Therapist and Wellbeing Educator

Therapist and Wellbeing Educator

Center for Wellbeing and Care
Christ Church Charlotte

Christ Church Charlotte is seeking a compassionate, clinically skilled, and faith-aware Therapist and Wellbeing Educator to join our Center for Wellbeing and Care. This part-time role is an opportunity to help nurture emotional, relational, and spiritual health within a vibrant congregation of more than 6,000 members and in the wider community.

This position blends counseling, education, and community connection, serving individuals, couples, families, and groups while helping expand the church’s holistic approach to wellness and healing.

What You’ll Do

Counseling & Care

• Provide individual (teen–adult) counseling and support groups for parishioners
• Assess, diagnose, and treat clients using sound clinical practices
• Maintain ethical standards and confidential clinical records
• Offer support in times of crisis, illness, or major life transitions
• Provide referrals to regional clinicians and resources

Education & Formation

• Develop and share mental health and wellness resources
• Lead workshops, presentations, classes, and support groups for all ages
• Help evaluate the effectiveness of programs and track outcomes

Navigation & Community Partnerships

• Build and maintain a strong referral network of therapists, psychiatrists, and care providers
• Connect individuals and families with appropriate professional and community resources
• Collaborate with agencies, treatment centers, and helping organizations

Ministry & Staff Life

• Work collaboratively with clergy and ministry staff
• Participate in weekly staff meetings
• Help shape the church’s expanding vision for spiritual and mental wellbeing

What We’re Looking For

• Master’s degree in counseling, social work, psychology, or related field
• Current North Carolina license (LCMHC, LCSW, LMFT, PsyD, or PhD required — no associate licenses)
• Minimum two years of postgraduate counseling experience
• Ability to provide psychotherapy to individuals and groups
• Strong communication skills for teaching and public presentations
• Appreciation for integrating faith, spirituality, and emotional wellbeing
• Desire to help grow a Center focused on healing, connection, and care

Position Details

• Part-time, exempt (28 hours/week, Monday–Friday)
• Occasional evening or Sunday programming
• Office space and administrative support provided
• Annual stipend toward professional liability insurance

Why This Role Matters

This role is central to Christ Church’s mission to Love God, Care for Each Other, and Serve the World. The Therapist and Wellbeing Educator helps create a culture where emotional health, spiritual growth, and compassionate community are deeply connected.

Christ Church is an inclusive church that believes in equality and justice and is understanding and accepting of all lifestyles. Please take a moment to review our website www.christchurchcharlotte.org to learn more about us and our ministries.

To Apply

If you are interested in this position, please submit your resume and a cover letter introducing yourself to Agatha Belvin, careers@christchurchcharlotte.org. Qualified candidates should expect a thorough interview process and reference check.

Pay: $50,000.00 - $55,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Employee assistance program
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan

Work Location: In person