Pediatric Counselor (Okinawa, Japan)

Kona Medical Consulting

Exciting Career Opportunity in Japan for Pediatric Counselors!
Take your expertise abroad and make a difference in the lives of children and families. Join a rewarding career in Japan, where you can grow professionally, experience a rich culture, and contribute to quality child-centered care in a supportive and dynamic environment.

1. Position Overview

Job Title: Full-Time Pediatric Counselor
Location: Okinawa, Japan
Facility Type: Private Pediatric Clinic
Target Start Date: July 1, 2026

2. Candidate Requirements

Education: Master's or Doctorate degree in Counseling, Psychology, Social Work (LCSW), or a related mental health field from an accredited institution.
Experience: Experience working with children is required.
Language Skills: Native or professional English fluency.
Licensure: Must hold a valid, unrestricted state or national license to practice independently (e.g., LPC, LMHC, LCSW, or Registered Psychologist). Proof of licensure and a clean disciplinary record are required.

3. Key Responsibilities

Conduct clinical intakes, bio-psycho-social assessments, and evidence-based therapeutic interventions for children and adolescents.
Develop and implement individualized treatment plans focusing on emotional regulation, social skills, and behavioral management.
Provide parent coaching and family consultation to support the child's progress outside of sessions.
Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team (OTs, SLPs, and ABA Therapists) to ensure holistic care.
Maintain clinical documentation and patient privacy in accordance with United States healthcare standards (e.g., HIPAA compliance).

4. Compensation & Benefits

Annual Salary: ¥6,888,000 JPY
Relocation Package: A one-time relocation allowance of ¥220,000 JPY upon arrival.
Housing Support: 50% of monthly rent covered by the company (up to ¥80,000 JPY/month).
Paid Leave: 15 days of paid vacation plus 12 paid public holidays per year.
Sick Leave: 80 hours of accrued sick leave.
Professional Development: Access to a continuing education (CEU) platform and clinical supervision support.
Insurance & Pension: Enrollment in the Japanese national workers' insurance and pension programs.

5. Visa & Legal Support

Sponsorship: Full visa sponsorship provided for the duration of the employment contract.
Family Support: Dependent visas and health insurance coverage are available for spouses and children.
Contract Duration: Initial 1-year contract; a 2-3 year professional commitment is preferred.

Apply

Vacancy posted 2 days ago

Similar jobs that could be interesting for youBased on the Pediatric Counselor (Okinawa, Japan) in San Diego, CA vacancy

Licensed Clinical Social Worker in Okinawa, Japan
...sponsor H1B. Arcetyp LLC is looking for a Licensed Clinical Social Worker . This position is onsite and located in Kadena, Okinawa, Japan AFB. ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS: Conduct brief cognitive/behavioral interventions for patients with a range of...
Suggested
Full time
Temporary work
For contractors
Work experience placement
H1b
Work at office
Local area
Arcetyp LLC
San Diego, CA
12 days ago
Licensed Clinical Social Worker LCSW On Site Okinawa, Japan
...sponsor H1B. Arcetyp LLC is looking for a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW). This position is onsite and located in Okinawa, Japan. POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES: Essential Job Functions: Practice as an interdependent member of the health team and...
Suggested
Full time
Contract work
H1b
Work at office
Local area
Arcetyp LLC
San Diego, CA
22 days ago
Full Time LCSW Contract
$36 - $50 per hour
...Licensed Clinical Social Worker - (LCSW) - Japan - DHA Contract San Diego, CA ( Apply Job Type Full-time Description... ...that is second to none. Location:Services will be on-site in Okinawa, Japan or Kadena, Japan Relocation option available. Position...
Suggested
Hourly pay
Full time
Contract work
Work experience placement
Relocation
Valor Health
San Diego, CA
4 days ago
Substance Use Disorder Counselor - CERTIFIED
$100k
...but are not limited to adult care, chronic disease management, pediatrics, comprehensive women’s care including obstetrics, dental,... ...Centers of San Diego (FHCSD) is looking for Substance Use Disorder Counselor (SUDC) - CERTIFIED to provide substance abuse screening, brief...
Suggested
Full time
Local area
Family Health Centers of San Diego
San Diego, CA
4 days ago
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor (LPC)
$20 per hour
About Rula: At Rula, our mission is simple: help people get better. We partner with a nationwide network of licensed clinicians committed to delivering compassionate, effective care for individuals, couples, and families. We make this possible by supporting our...
Suggested
Live in
Work at office
Remote work
Rula Health
San Diego, CA
2 hours ago
Telehealth Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor
Provide mental health care as a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, offering telehealth and optional in-person sessions to individuals, couples, and families. You will complete assessments, create and update treatment plans, deliver ongoing psychotherapy, track clinical...
Rula Health
Chula Vista, CA
2 hours ago
Counselor (LPC) - Remote
help people get better. We partner with a nationwide network of licensed clinicians committed to delivering compassionate, effective care for individuals, couples, and families. From marketing and insurance to billing and technology, we take care of the administrative...
Live in
Work at office
Remote work
Rula Health
San Diego, CA
2 hours ago
Referral Management Clerk Onsite Misawa, Japan
...(C2C) candidates. Arcetyp LLC is looking for a Referral Management Clerk . This position is onsite and located in Misawa, Japan. DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Comply with the standards of The Joint Commission, applicable provisions of law, and the rules...
Full time
Contract work
For contractors
H1b
Work at office
Local area
Remote work
Arcetyp LLC
San Diego, CA
25 days ago
Health Coverage Counselor
...McAlister Institute Substance Use Disorder Counselor Join McAlister Institute, a 49-year beacon in San Diego's Recovery Community. We are seeking a compassionate and dedicated Substance Use Disorder (SUD) Counselor to join our McAlister team. The ideal candidate...
Contract work
Work at office
Local area
Trial period
Free visa
McAlister Institute for Treatment & Education, Inc.
Chula Vista, CA
1 day ago
Counselor - Hourly
$24 - $28 per hour
...and equitable society where all have unlimited potential. General Description: Under the supervision of the Program Manager, SUD Counselor provides counseling and case management services to clients requesting SUD treatment, including screening, assessment, referrals...
Hourly pay
Episcopal Community Services
San Diego, CA
4 days ago
Substance Use Counselor
$29 - $38 per hour
...Outpatient Mat Opioid Treatment Program Substance Use Counselor Full Time Hours: Monday - Friday 5:30 AM - 2:00 PM Our Benefits: Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance Competitive 401(k) plan Paid vacation and sick time Employer-paid clinical supervision...
Hourly pay
Full time
Local area
Monday to Friday
Early shift
Acadiana Treatment Center
Chula Vista, CA
1 day ago
Part-Time Nutrition Counselor
...healthy eating, and referrals to health care for residents of San Diego County. Under the direction of the WIC Breastfeeding Peer Counselor Supervisor, the WIC Breastfeeding Peer Counselor will provide basic breastfeeding information and support to new mothers, helping...
Hourly pay
Contract work
Part time
Work at office
Local area
Sdsu Research Foundation
Chula Vista, CA
4 days ago
SUD Counselor - Residential
...Institute, a 49-year beacon in San Diego's Recovery Community. We are seeking a compassionate and dedicated Substance Use Disorder (SUD) Counselor to join our McAlister team. The ideal candidate will have experience working with diverse populations in various settings such as...
Contract work
Work at office
Local area
Trial period
Free visa
Monday to Friday
Shift work
McAlister Institute
Lemon Grove, CA
5 days ago
SUD Counselor
$26 - $30 per hour
...SUD Counselor Regular Full time over 30 hrs Professional 273 TURN to Recovery, San Diego, CA, US Salary Range: $26.00 To $30.00 Hourly At TURN our mission is Improving Lives. Our organization embraces the tenets of client-centered care, and our core values People, Culture...
Hourly pay
Full time
Contract work
Work at office
Local area
TURN Behavioral Health Services
San Diego, CA
3 days ago
Counselor
Job Posting All required documents, including a copy of your credential demonstrating eligibility for the pool, must be scanned and attached to your Ed-Join application prior to applying to the eligibility pool. PDF format is recommended. Incomplete applications will...
Work at office
Sweetwater Union High School District
Chula Vista, CA
5 days ago
Substance Use Counselor
...Monday - Thursday, 8:00 am to 5:30 pm (9 hours) and Friday, 8:00 am to 4:30 pm (8 hours), off every other Friday As a Substance Use Counselor, you will: Provide crisis intervention, case management and rehabilitative counseling services and provides and/or...
Monday to Friday
Flexible hours
Shift work
Community Research Foundation
San Diego, CA
1 day ago
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor (LPCC)
$107k - $122k
Job Description Is this you? Wanting to deliver high quality behavioral healthcare. Seeking work life balance. Interested in growing professionally. What we offer Therapists: Sign on bonus Competitive Compensation: $107,000 - $122,000, compensation ...
Relocation package
Flexible hours
LifeStance Health
Chula Vista, CA
4 days ago
Spiritual Counselor
...care alone. This is a full-time position. The typical schedule is 8:00 am - 4:30 pm. Job Summary: The Staff Spiritual Counselor is responsible for the delivery of Spiritual care to Participants, their loved ones, guests, and, as appropriate, staff. Provides...
Daily paid
Full time
Local area
Flexible hours
Day shift
St. Paul's Senior Services
Chula Vista, CA
5 days ago
Board Certified Behavior Analyst (Opportunity in Japan)
Exciting Career Opportunity in Japan for BCBA! Take your expertise abroad and make a difference in the lives of children and families. Join a rewarding career in Japan, where you can grow professionally, experience a rich culture, and contribute to quality child-centered...
Monday to Friday
Flexible hours
Kona Medical Consulting
San Diego, CA
2 days ago
Behavioral Health Counselor
$90k - $95k
...! In this role, you will be working with unaccompanied minors within 72 hours of their arrival under border control. Position: Counselor Location: San Diego, CA Schedule: Day shifts 8 hours on duty, 4 on call. Rotating days on/off (3 days on, 2 off) Salary: $90,000 -...
Day shift
Valeo Resources
San Diego, CA
4 days ago
EAP Mental Health Counselor
...EAP Counselor Valeo Resources has partnered with a nationwide EAP group, and we're looking to add a Counselor to the team in Newark! In this role, you will be working with US Customs and Border Protection employees. The position is about 20% counseling - the rest of...
Temporary work
Shift work
Day shift
Valeo Resources
San Diego, CA
1 day ago
PART TIME- Certified Alcohol and Drug Counselor - Remote
...Recover Counselor Position Recover is working to make addiction treatment and mental healthcare more effective, accessible, and affordable. We work with governments to use medicine to improve outcomes for people who need care. Our program is an outpatient and intensive...
Contract work
Part time
Remote work
Recover Inc
San Diego, CA
3 days ago
EOPS Counselor: Adjunct POOL (college/continuing education)
...Posting Details Posting Details (Default Section) Closing Date: Open Until Filled Yes Classification Title EOPS Counselor: Adjunct POOL (college/continuing education) Working Title Adjunct faculty Recruitment Limits Location District Wide Pay Information...
Temporary work
Part time
Summer work
Immediate start
Flexible hours
Afternoon shift
San Diego Community College District
San Diego, CA
1 day ago
Registered Alcohol and Drug Counselor (Per Diem)
$23 per hour
...Registered Alcohol And Drug Counselor (Clinical Technician) Position: Registered Alcohol And Drug Counselor (Clinical Technician) Type: Contractual, Per-Diem Compensation: $23/hr Estimated Hours: Approximately 10 hours per week Employment Growth Opportunity...
Daily paid
Full time
10 hours per week
AKUA Mind & Body
San Diego, CA
1 day ago
Fitness Counselor
$17.75 - $18.75 per hour
...excel? If you are motivated, energetic, and passionate about working with people in the fitness industry then a career as a Fitness Counselor may be just the fit for you. Our Fitness Counselors will actively pursue enrollment of new members through self-generated and...
Hourly pay
Daily paid
Full time
Part time
Shift work
Weekend work
Weekday work
EŌS Fitness
San Diego, CA
4 days ago
Chemical Dependency (CD) Counselor
$23 - $27.02 per hour
...team, discharge planning and aftercare follow-up and marketing with community agencies and professionals. The Chemical Dependency Counselor will document clinical assessments and treatment plans for assigned patients and participate in the Performance Improvement Program...
Full time
Local area
Shift work
Prime Healthcare
Chula Vista, CA
5 days ago
Licensed Therapist (LCSW, LMFT, LPCC, or LCP)
$100k - $125k
...but are not limited to adult care, chronic disease management, pediatrics, comprehensive women's care including obstetrics, dental,... ...Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), Licensed Professional Clinical Counselors (LPCC) or Clinical Psychologist. Work Environment FHCSD...
Work at office
Local area
Remote work
Relocation package
Family Health Centers of San Diego
San Diego, CA
1 day ago
Hospice Spiritual Counselor/Chaplain
$40 - $50 per hour
...before and after the death of a loved one. Serve as a liaison and resource to community clergy, faith leaders, and spiritual counselors. Assist in the recruitment, training, and support of spiritual care volunteers as assigned. Facilitate memorial services, celebrations...
Hourly pay
Daily paid
Local area
Flexible hours
Weekend work
Afternoon shift
Aligned Hospice
San Diego, CA
5 days ago
Instructor of Counselor Education
$22 - $25.75 per hour
...trauma-informed counseling strategies and counseling services to participants in the Driving Under the Influence Program (DUIP). The Counselor/Instructor will demonstrate the importance of ensuring the physical and emotional safety of clients and the understanding of...
Contract work
Internship
Sdsu Research Foundation
San Diego, CA
3 days ago
Head Counselor
$25 - $28 per hour
...: $25-$28 per hour Schedule: Monday – Friday: 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. Need: Bilingual in Spanish strongly preferred Summary: The Head Counselor will assist in the oversight and administration of the ETS County program by serving as a team lead. Provide the development, implementation...
Hourly pay
Full time
Contract work
Work at office
Remote work
Monday to Friday
Flexible hours
Shift work
Night shift
Afternoon shift
Wahupa Educational Service
San Diego, CA
5 days ago

Do you want to receive more vacancies?

Subscribe and receive similar vacancies to Pediatric Counselor (Okinawa, Japan). Be the first to apply!