TFC-UNACCOMPANIED CHILDREN CLINICIAN
Lutheran Services CarolinasColumbia, South Carolina, United States
Posted July 18, 2025
52000 - 61000
Full Time
About the Company
Lutheran Services Carolinas (LSC) delivers a comprehensive suite of residential and at‑home services for seniors, veterans, individuals with mental illness, and those with intellectual or developmental disabilities, fostering dignity and independence. The organization also safeguards children through foster care and adoption programs, welcomes refugees into supportive communities, and partners with faith groups and volunteers to address homelessness and disaster preparedness. LSC’s distinctive approach blends faith‑based compassion with evidence‑based practices, creating a holistic support network that empowers clients to live proudly and autonomously. By leveraging community partnerships and a volunteer‑driven model, LSC maintains a flexible, responsive framework that meets diverse needs across the Carolinas.
Job Description
The Clinician will provide comprehensive clinical services to clients within their assigned program, including conducting intake assessments, providing individual and group counseling, and linking clients to necessary resources and services.
Requirements
- Master's degree in counseling, social work or related human service field.
- Licensure preferred (LMSW, LISW, LPC, LMFT).
- Three years clinical experience working with foster care children or with children who have mental health needs.
- Knowledge and experience in treating traumatized people.
- Awareness and sensitivity to the service population's cultural and socioeconomic characteristics.
- Knowledge of mental health diagnoses and experience diagnosing especially with children and adolescents.
- Knowledge of psychotropic medications.
- Knowledge of drug and alcohol related issues.
- Knowledge of sex trafficking issues.
- Strong oral and written communication skills.
- Ability to excel in multi-tasking and have flexibility skills to meet the ever-changing needs of the client and program.
