Job Description
Job DescriptionSalary: DOE
Clinical Therapist
Department: Clinical Services
Reports To: Clinical Director or Program Director
Status: Exempt / Full-Time
Position Summary
The Clinical Therapist Therapist provides individual, group, and family therapy to a varied clientele experiencing emotional, behavioral, or mental health challenges. The therapist is responsible for conducting assessments, developing individualized treatment plans, and delivering evidence-based interventions designed to support stabilization, growth, and resilience. This position works closely with families, group homes, and community partners to ensure coordinated, trauma-informed care.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide individual, family, and group therapy for adolescents utilizing evidence-based approaches such as CBT, DBT, TF-CBT, Circle of Security, and MI.
- Complete intake and diagnostic assessments, including risk and safety evaluations.
- Develop, implement, and regularly update treatment plans in collaboration with youth and their families.
- Maintain timely, accurate, and confidential clinical documentation in accordance with state and agency standards.
- Participate in treatment team meetings, case consultations, and multidisciplinary collaboration to support client progress.
- Coordinate with schools, probation officers, CFSD, targeted case managers, and other providers to promote continuity of care.
- Respond effectively to crisis situations, following safety and escalation protocols.
- Participate in clinical supervision and ongoing professional development, maintaining required licensure and training standards.
- Uphold trauma-informed, culturally responsive, and professionally ethical clinical practices.
Qualifications
Required:
- Current Montana licensure or eligibility as LCPC, LCSW, LMFT, or candidate under supervision.
- Experience working with children, adolescents, and families in a clinical setting.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills with ability to engage resistant youth.
- Knowledge of trauma-informed care, and developmental stages.
Preferred:
- Experience in community mental health, school-based services, or outpatient therapy programs.
- Training or certification in DBT, TF-CBT, EMDR, Circle of Security or other evidence-based models for youth.
- Familiarity with electronic health record systems such as BestNotes.
Work Environment
- Primarily office based with opportunities for telehealth and community-based sessions.
- Regular interaction with clients, families, and other treatment team members.
- Occasional evening hours may be required to accommodate client schedules.
Compensation and Benefits
- Competitive salary based on licensure and experience.
- Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, retirement, and paid time off.
- Clinical supervision and training provided toward licensure and continuing education.
- Supportive, mission-driven work environment focused on improving child/adolescent mental health and family functioning.