Clinical Therapist II, Path Services

Job Description

Join a Mission-Driven Team

As one of South Dakota’s largest private nonprofit human service agencies, LSS serves individuals of all ages, faiths, races, and economic backgrounds with professional, confidential, and affordable services.

$600 Sign-On Bonus Available!

LSS Path Services seeks a Clinical Therapist II

With a heart for reducing barriers, so kids, adults and families have access to help and healing related to mental health care. If you are a compassionate individual who is seeking to be part of a clinical team, we invite you to apply. Come join our family-friendly environment. #YouareLSS

HOURS: Full-time, 40hours, Monday- Friday.

SALARY: Dependent on experience and qualifications.

BENEFITS: LSS is proud to offer a wide range of benefits to qualifying full-time employees. We support you with opportunities to help live balanced, healthy lives. Benefits are designed to meet needs of today and into the future.

• $600 hiring bonus* external candidates only
• PTO Time Frontload Up to 24 Hours for benefit-eligible employees
• 8 Paid Holidays
• 401(k) 3% match
• Four Wellmark BCBS medical plan options, with HSA & FSA options
• Dental and Vision plans
• Employer paid life insurance to provide support for your family
• Career development opportunities, hands-on training, and mentorship
• Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Eligibility

RESPONSIBILITIES: Clinical Therapists work as members of the LSS team in caring for, supporting, and strengthening individuals, families, and communities. PATH clinicians provide professional mental health services in schools to students in grades kindergarten through 12th in the Sioux Empire United Way area. They provide advocacy for their clients and their families and work collaboratively with their schools in meeting the needs of their clients. This position provides the opportunity to provide therapeutic services in an outpatient setting for children and teens. This position is expected to transport program materials and supplies to and from school locations.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Clinical Therapist – Bachelor’s

• Must be in process of completing master’s degree in counseling, social work, or related field.

Clinical Therapist I , II, III – Master’s degree required in counseling, social work, or related field; prefer two years’ experience.

• Clinical Therapist I: Must be in process of obtaining licensure or certification in respective field of practice.
• Clinical Therapist II: Must be licensed or certified in respective field of practice (i.e. CSW, LPC), and/or certified in an evidence-based practice (i.e. FFT, EMDR, TF-CBT).
• Clinical Therapist III: Must be licensed or certified at the highest level in respective field of practice (i.e. CSW-PIP, LPC-MH, LAC**).

**A Master’s degree may not be required if the individual is licensed at the highest level

• Must be able to pass any tests, assessments, and able to complete orientation training according to agency program standards.
• Must be at least 21 years old.
• Must possess a valid driver's license, maintain proof of automobile insurance, and successfully meet agency requirements for approved driver status as a condition of employment prior to the first day of work.
• Must successfully complete all agency background checks, which include checks for criminal convictions, behavior harmful towards children, spousal abuse, and drug or sex crimes.

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LSS Expectations & Core Values

At LSS , we are committed to upholding the following values in all aspects of our work:

Compassionate – We engage with empathy and provide non-judgmental services.
Appreciative – We recognize and develop the strengths of our clients and employees.
Respectful – We build professional and collaborative relationships with clients, partners, and colleagues.
Ethical – We uphold high standards of integrity and quality in all actions.
Strategic – We anticipate and respond proactively to community needs.

LSS is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.

Please note: As part of our hiring process and to meet accreditation requirements, applicants will be asked to complete a prescreen questionnaire.

*Hiring bonus available to external candidates only.

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