Job Description

Job Description

Job Description

Now Hiring: Contract Therapist – Christian Based Counseling Facility with Equine & Animal-Assisted Therapy

Are you a licensed therapist passionate about faith-based counseling and the healing power of animals? Our Christ-centered counseling office is seeking a professional, compassionate therapist to join our team as an independent contractor. Experience with equine or animal-assisted therapy is a plus, and a background in addiction counseling is a strong plus.

 

Position: Licensed Therapist (Contract)

Location: Metamora, Illinois

Schedule: Flexible hours – part-time or full-time caseload

Compensation: Competitive per-session rate

 

About Us:

We are a Christian-based practice dedicated to holistic healing—mind, body, and spirit. Our team integrates clinical excellence, biblical principles, and animal-assisted interventions to support individuals, couples, and families in their journey toward recovery and growth.

Services Offered Include:

• Equine-assisted therapy
• Small animal-assisted therapy
• Faith-integrated counseling
• Addiction recovery support
• Trauma-informed care
• Specialized programs per client 

Role Responsibilities:

• Provide therapy sessions with integration of Christian faith and animal-assisted methods
• Develop treatment plans tailored to individual client needs
• Maintain accurate documentation and uphold ethical standards
• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary, faith-driven team
• Optional: Lead or assist in addiction recovery groups or individual sessions

Requirements:

• Current licensure (LCP, LCPC, LMFT, LCSW, PsyD, etc.)
• Experience in equine or animal-assisted therapy (certification a plus)
• Strong Christian faith and ability to integrate it into therapy
• Knowledge or experience in addiction treatment preferred
• Self-motivated, reliable, and committed to client care

We Offer:

• Supportive and mission-driven work environment
• Beautiful facility with on-site animals for therapy
• Steady referrals and administrative support
• Flexible schedule and autonomy
• Opportunity to grow within a unique, spiritually grounded practice

To Apply:

Please send your resume, a brief statement of faith, and a cover letter detailing your therapy experience—especially with animals and/or addiction—to info@mended-hearts.org

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