Child Play Therapist

Trusted Results Therapy Group

. Deliver play therapy as the primary treatment modality for children ages 1–13 .

Posted 9/18/2026full-timeRock Hill • South Carolina • United StatesMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in delivering play therapy to children ages 1–13, with a strong focus on developing individualized treatment plans and maintaining ethical clinical documentation. Collaborates effectively with families, schools, and community providers to support a holistic approach to child care.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Play TherapyChild-Centered Play Therapy (CCPT)Active Licensure in South CarolinaRPT Credential or PursuitStrong Clinical Documentation Skills

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Hard Skills

Developmental AssessmentsClinical AssessmentsIndividualized Treatment PlansTelehealth SessionsIn-Person SessionsTheraplayPCITFilial TherapySand Tray TherapyExperience with Early Childhood Trauma

Soft Skills

CollaborationConsultationCommitment to Child-Focused Population

Tools & Technologies

Electronic Health Record

Certifications & Qualifications

Master's or Doctoral Degree in CounselingLPCLMFTLISW-CPLMSWLPC-ALPRPT Credential

Industry Keywords

Child and Family ClientsBehavioral ConcernsDevelopmental DelaysAttachment DisruptionMedicaid CredentialingPrivate Insurance PanelsBilingual (Spanish/English)

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Deliver play therapy as the primary treatment modality for children ages 1–13
Provide parent and caregiver consultation and family sessions to reinforce therapeutic progress
Conduct developmental and clinical assessments and create individualized treatment plans
Maintain accurate, ethical, and timely documentation in the electronic health record
Collaborate with schools, pediatricians, and community providers as part of a whole-child care approach
Participate in supervision, if applicable, team meetings, and continuing education
Carry a full-time equivalent caseload composed primarily of child and family clients
Provide telehealth and in-person sessions

Requirements

What you’ll need

Master's or Doctoral degree in Counseling, Social Work, Psychology, or a related field
Active licensure in South Carolina (LPC, LMFT, LISW-CP, LMSW, LPC-A, or LP)
RPT credential or active pursuit of RPT designation through the Association for Play Therapy
Demonstrated experience providing play therapy to children ages 1–13
Commitment to a full-time equivalent caseload with a child-focused population
Strong clinical documentation skills
Experience with Child-Centered Play Therapy (CCPT), Theraplay, PCIT, Filial Therapy, or sand tray
Background working with early childhood trauma, attachment disruption, developmental delays, or behavioral concerns
Credentialed with Medicaid or private insurance panels
Bilingual (Spanish/English) a plus

Benefits

Comp & perks

Competitive compensation based on experience and licensure
Hybrid flexibility: telehealth and in-person sessions
Clinical supervision and support (if needed for licensure)
Administrative support to handle scheduling, billing, and credentialing
Opportunities for advancement and leadership roles
A collaborative and inclusive team culture
Flexible schedule