Group Therapist (Resident In Counseling)

Group Therapist (Resident in Counseling) - A Path to Full-Time

At a Glance

• Position: Resident in Counseling – IOP/PHP Group Clinician
• Pay: $36–$40 per hour, paid for all hours worked
• Hours: Part-time, 20–32 hours per week (primarily IOP, plus PHP group support), with a path to full-time
• Schedule: Daytime, Monday–Friday. IOP meets Monday, Wednesday, and Thursday, 2:00–5:00 PM. PHP groups run 9:00 AM–3:00 PM. No evenings, weekends, or on-call.
• Setting: IOP is mostly virtual (telehealth). PHP groups are in person in North Chesterfield, VA (Richmond, Chesterfield, and Midlothian area).
• License Required: Resident in Counseling registered with the Virginia Board of Counseling (LPC residency)
• Supervision: Free weekly LPC licensure supervision (approximate value of $5,000/year)

Grow Your Clinical Skills. Build Toward Licensure

• At Virginia Family Wellness, we see pre-licensed clinicians as essential members of our clinical team. We are committed to developing your skills through meaningful responsibility, strong mentorship, and professional respect. We are seeking a motivated Resident in Counseling to join us as an IOP/PHP Group Clinician.

• You will serve as the primary group facilitator for our Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP), and also support groups in our in-person Partial Hospitalization Program (PHP). This is an opportunity to gain experience across two levels of care in a boutique setting while completing your LPC residency in Virginia.

The "Wellness" Advantage

• Two Levels of Care: Lead IOP groups and gain hands-on experience supporting our PHP, building a versatile clinical skill set early in your career.
• Hours That Count: Every group you lead is direct client contact toward the 2,000 direct hours required for LPC licensure in Virginia. Between IOP and PHP groups, you can build direct hours quickly.
• Team-Based Model: Our therapists rotate across IOP and PHP sessions, so no one clinician carries the load alone. You get variety, built-in support, and protection from burnout.
• Room to Grow: This part-time role has a clear path to full-time as our programs grow, including our planned in-person IOP step-down group.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead IOP Groups: Facilitate IOP Monday, Wednesday, and Thursday afternoons, 2:00 PM – 5:00 PM (three 1-hour sessions, mostly virtual), creating a safe, dynamic, and empathetic milieu for clients engaging with anxiety, depression, and trauma. We do not accept active psychosis, aggressive detox, or acuity that belongs in a hospital setting.

• Support PHP: Rotate into PHP groups alongside our PHP clinicians, sharing the group load so the team stays fresh and supported. PHP is always in person and runs Monday–Friday, 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM, in five 1-hour sessions.

• Design Curriculum: Exercise your creativity by designing engaging group topics (e.g., Art Therapy, ACT, Mindfulness) in collaboration with our Clinical Director.

• Coordinate Care: Manage intakes, help oversee daily group schedules, complete timely and accurate documentation, and collaborate with the treatment team and families to ensure a holistic approach to client support.

• Manage Risk: Develop skills in risk assessment and crisis management under the direct mentorship of experienced clinical leadership.

Why You Will Thrive Here

• Predictable Schedule: IOP meets Monday, Wednesday, and Thursday from 2:00 PM – 5:00 PM. IOP is currently mostly virtual, with the potential to expand to an in-person group. No evenings, weekends, or on-call shifts.

• Consistent Hours: IOP and PHP groups combine for 20–32 hours per week, with a path to full-time as our programs grow.

• Invested Supervision: We provide your weekly licensure supervision at no cost (an approximate value of $5,000/year), supporting your continuous learning and development.

• Mentorship: You will report directly to the Clinical Director and receive training in advanced clinical skills, group facilitation, and program operations.

Qualifications

• Licensure: Must be approved (or eligible immediately) as a Resident in Counseling with the Virginia Board of Counseling.
• Education: Master's Degree in Counseling.
• Experience: Previous group facilitation experience is required (IOP, PHP, or Inpatient experience is a strong plus).
• Attributes: We are looking for a clinician who balances clinical expertise with creativity. You should feel comfortable facilitating dynamic groups and addressing complex situations with calm confidence.

Compensation

• Pay: $36–$40 per hour, based on experience, paid for all hours worked, including groups, documentation, and intakes.
• Hours: 20–32 hours per week, primarily IOP groups, plus PHP group support, documentation, and care coordination.
• Path to Full-Time: Opportunity to transition to a full-time position as programs grow.
• Benefits: Free weekly licensure supervision, plus free professional training and CEUs. This part-time position is not eligible for medical, retirement, or PTO benefits.

Frequently Asked Questions

• What does this Resident in Counseling position pay? $36–$40 per hour, based on experience. You are paid for all hours worked, including groups, documentation, and intakes.

• How many hours per week is this job? Part-time, 20–32 hours per week. Your primary role is leading IOP groups, and supporting PHP groups is part of the position. There is a path to full-time.

• Do the hours count toward LPC licensure in Virginia? Yes. Group therapy you lead counts as direct client contact toward the 2,000 direct hours required for LPC licensure in Virginia.

• Is clinical supervision free? Yes. We provide weekly LPC licensure supervision at no cost, valued at approximately $5,000 per year.

• Is this job remote? It's hybrid. IOP groups are mostly virtual (telehealth). PHP groups are in person at our North Chesterfield, VA office.

• Are there evening or weekend hours? No. All groups run during the day, Monday–Friday, with no evenings, weekends, or on-call shifts.

To Apply

• Please submit your resume and a cover letter answering the following: "If you could design a 1-hour group therapy session on any topic, what would it be and why?"