Clinical Therapist

Clinical Therapist

Department:
Clinical Services

Reports To:

Clinical Director or Program Director

Status:
Exempt / Full-Time

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.

• 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.

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 Best Notes.

• 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.

• 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.