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Employment Opportunities

Contract Clinical Therapist
(Part-Time / After-School Program)

Location: Western Pennsylvania (Hybrid – school/community-based)


Organization: Unplug and Connect LLC


Employment Type: Contract (1099)


Compensation: $40–$60 per hour (based on experience and credentials)

About Us

Unplug and Connect LLC is an innovative, wellness-focused organization that blends therapeutic recreation, counseling, and experiential learning to support youth and families in developing emotional regulation, social skills, and resilience. We partner with schools and families to provide after-school programming that integrates recreation therapy and clinical support in a fun, structured, and evidence-informed environment.

Position Overview

We are seeking a Contracted Clinical Therapist (CTRS, LPC, LCSW, LMFT, or pre-licensed) to join our multidisciplinary team. The therapist will provide group and/or individual counseling in an after-school therapeutic recreation framework, collaborating closely with Certified Therapeutic Recreation Specialists (CTRSs) and program staff.


This role is ideal for a clinician who values creativity, collaboration, and whole-person approaches to youth and family mental health.

Key Responsibilities

  • Facilitate small-group and/or individual therapy sessions (ages 8–17) aligned with the program’s recreation-based curriculum.

  • Collaborate with CTRSs to design and integrate therapeutic recreation interventions into group activities.

  • Provide clinical oversight, treatment planning, and progress documentation for assigned participants.

  • Conduct brief assessments, safety screenings, and goal reviews as needed.

  • Maintain ethical and compliant documentation in accordance with LPC licensing standards.

  • Participate in interdisciplinary team meetings and contribute to case conceptualization and parent communication.

  • Offer consultation and guidance to recreation therapy staff regarding behavioral and emotional needs.

Qualifications

  • Active Pennsylvania license, certification or pre-licensure in one of the following: CTRS, LPC, LCSW, LMFT.

  • Minimum of 2 years clinical experience working with children or adolescents.

  • Experience in school-based, community, or recreational settings preferred.

  • Strong collaboration skills and comfort working with multidisciplinary teams.

  • Excellent communication, documentation, and boundary management skills.

  • (Preferred) Familiarity with trauma-informed care, family systems theory, CBT, or experiential modalities.

Compensation & Schedule

  • Contract rate: $40–$60/hour, commensurate with experience and responsibilities.

  • Schedule: Typically 2–4 afternoon/evenings per week (3:30–8:00 PM) during the school year, with optional summer opportunities.

  • Flexible, part-time contract role with potential for expanded clinical hours and program development input.

Why Join Us

  • Collaborate with passionate CTRSs and educators who believe in holistic, movement-based therapy.

  • Flexible scheduling and creative autonomy.

  • Supportive, values-driven organization committed to professional growth and community impact.

  • Opportunities to co-develop new therapeutic recreation group curricula and wellness initiatives.

To Apply

Submit a résumé and short cover letter outlining your clinical experience and interest in integrating therapy and recreation-based approaches to:


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