✨Join a group of passionate advocates on our mission to improve the lives of youth! Rite of Passage Team is hiring a Therapist at Norris Academy in Andersonville, TN ✨
Are you ready to make an IMPACT from day one? Nestled just outside the Great Smoky Mountains, around 30 miles North of Knoxville, in a small, quaint, beautiful town, called Andersonville, sits Norris Academy, a residential treatment facility that offers comprehensive, holistic services to youth with autism spectrum disorders, and/or other neurodevelopmental diagnosis.
Compensation: $58,000 per year. Negotiable, with experience/education/license.
Perks & Benefits: There are SO many benefits that come with working at ROP!
Be sure to check out all the benefits ROP has to offer here:
What you will do: A day in the life of a Therapist at Norris Academy is rarely the same, HARD WORK, EXCITING, IMPACTFUL, and very REWARDING. Our therapists are responsible for the overall delivery and implementation of each individual Client Treatment Plan, attending child and family team meetings, and attending treatment team meetings. You will complete individual and group therapy sessions, and complete assessments and reports as required by the county and state. This is a 100% onsite position.
To be considered you should:
Schedule/hours/shifts: Monday through Friday, 8-hour shifts
Apply today and Make a Difference in the Lives of Youth!
After 40 years of improving the lives of youth, we are looking for passionate advocates to continue the legacy of helping young people become successful adults. As a therapist, you will have the unique opportunity to create a positive, safe and supportive environment for the youth we serve while building a career rich in growth opportunities and self-fulfillment.
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At Rite of Passage, improving lives has been our guiding mission since our organization was established in 1984. We are passionate youth advocates committed to empowering the next generation by giving them the tools, skills, and support they need to thrive. As a leading national provider of youth services, we implement evidence-based, trauma-responsive, and innovative programs as unique as the individuals we serve.
Our organization is committed to working in partnership with youth, families, and communities, and we are proud to provide creative solutions that meet the dynamic needs of the individuals in our care.