Child Therapist

Overview

Be a Tar Heel!: A global higher education leader in innovative teaching, research and public service, the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill consistently ranks as one of the nation’s top public universities. Known for its beautiful campus, world-class medical care, commitment to the arts and top athletic programs, Carolina is an ideal place to teach, work and learn. One of the best college towns and best places to live in the United States, Chapel Hill has diverse social, cultural, recreation and professional opportunities that span the campus and community.

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Department: OBGYN-Horizons - 412480

Position Details

• Posting Open Date: 01/22/2026
• Final date to receive applications: 02/13/2026
• Position Type: Temporary Staff (SHRA)
• Position Title: Child Therapist
• Position Number:
• Vacancy : S026775
• Full-time/Part-time: Part-Time Temporary
• Hours Per Week: 20
• Position Location: North Carolina, US
• Hiring Range: $28.00 per hour
• Estimated Duration Of Appointment: 6 months not to exceed 11 months

UNC Horizons is seeking a part-time licensed child and family therapist to work afternoons (M-Th; typically 2-6pm) as needed in the Chapel Hill area. Child therapist will work with current Child Therapist/Supervisor to assess and treat at-risk children ages 3-11. We use a dyadic treatment model, so familiarity with dyadic interventions is preferred, such as Child Parent Psychotherapy, Attachment and Biobehavioral Catch-up, TFCBT, etc.

Hours will vary based on case load but approximately 5-20 hours per week.

Bachelor’s degree in a Human Services discipline with coursework related to the area of assignment. Some positions may require certification to practice as a certified or licensed Clinical Social Worker as required by the North Carolina Social Work Certification Board.

Experience working with at-risk children ages 3-11. Preferences for training in evidence-based modalities, such as TF-CBT, Circle of Security Parenting, Child Parent Psychotherapy, and Attachment and Biobehavioral Catch-Up. Knowledge of or interest in gender-specific substance abuse treatment is preferred;
Experience working with justice-involve individuals, maternal/child health, child mental health, and substance use treatment.

Must be able to ascend/descend stairs. Duties to be performed with or without reasonable accommodation.

Not Applicable.