Lily Pad Child & Adolescent Counseling, PLLC Play Therapist, Private Practice Frisco, TX · Full time

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Job Summary

Lily Pad Child & Adolescent Counseling is seeking a warm, playful, and highly compassionate Play Therapist to join our growing private practice as a W2 employee. This role is part-time or full-time, with a minimum caseload of 10 sessions per week as part-time or 25+ a week for full-time. The ideal candidate is passionate about working with children, teens, and parents, and is grounded in child-centered play therapy.

Our mission is rooted in love and connection: A place where children are loved exactly as they are. If this speaks to your heart, we’d love to meet you.

Education & Licensure

• Master’s degree in Counseling, Marriage & Family Therapy, Social Work, or related mental health field (required)
• Active Texas license as LPC, LMFT, or LCSW (or eligible associates: LPC-Associate, LMFT-Associate, LMSW with clinical supervision)
• Registered Play Therapist (RPT) credential preferred, or working toward RPT status
• Open to applicants graduating in the Spring/ Summer 2025 with coursework in play therapy/ play therapy experience in internship!

Experience

• Minimum 1 year of experience working with children (internship hours may count)
• Experience with play therapy (ideally CCPT)
• Experience collaborating with parents or caregivers in the therapeutic process

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

• Strong foundation in child development
• Ability to engage children and teens in non-directive play therapy
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills—especially with parents
• Openness to feedback, supervision, and collaborative teamwork
• Commitment to cultural humility, inclusivity, and neurodiversity-affirming care
• Organizational skills to manage case notes, scheduling, and treatment planning in a timely manner

Primary Job Duties

• Provide individual play therapy and counseling to children and adolescents
• Maintain a caseload of at least 10 clients per week for part time; 25+ for full time
• Complete all required documentation (intakes, notes, treatment plans) in a timely and ethical manner
• Collaborate with parents/caregivers as clinically appropriate
• Attend team meetings, consultation, and supervision as needed
• Uphold Lily Pad’s mission and values

Work Context & Environment

• Fully stocked play room designed for play therapy
• Flexible schedule on assigned days (you choose your working hours on Fridays and Saturdays; an evening Mon-Thurs is possible)
• Administrative support provided
• Electronic Health Record system for all documentation
• HIPAA compliant phone number provided
• Opportunities for professional development, growth within the practice, and potential full-time employment as the practice expands

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive session rate, based on experience and licensure status
• Retirement plan
• W2 employment (taxes handled, no contractor worries)
• All materials, toys, office space, and administrative support provided
• Supportive, collaborative, and encouraging team environment
• Paid Time Off