Therapist

Lutheran Social Services of the South, Inc. dba Upbring Equal Employment Opportunity/M/F/disability/protected veteran status. Therapist US-TX-Canyon Lake Job ID: 2026-7048 # of Openings: 1 Category: Residential Treatment Centers – Upbring Overview At Upbring, our team is united by a shared mission: to break the cycle of child abuse and advance the wellbeing of children, families and communities, empowering them to thrive. As servant‑leaders, we lead by example, working passionately to create a brighter future for those we serve. Every day, we strive to embody our core values: We are Warriors: Fierce, resilient, and courageous, we face challenges head‑on with unwavering loyalty and passion. We are Servants: We dedicate ourselves to serving others, empowering those around us to thrive. We are Family: We work together as a supportive, caring community, creating a sense of belonging and strength. Joining Upbring means becoming part of a family of passionate individuals who are fearless in their pursuit of lasting change. Together, we are making a difference, one life at a time. Your Mission in Action As a key member of the Clinical team, the therapist provides individual, group, and, when needed, family therapy while managing a caseload of up to 10 youth. This role involves collaborating with program and school staff to develop treatment plans with appropriate goals. The therapist is responsible for addressing the therapeutic and mental health needs of residents in compliance with agency policies, licensing standards, and all applicable regulations. Maintaining licensure and credentialing with STAR Health and other regulatory bodies is also required. Responsibilities Complete a preliminary treatment plan, calming coping skills card, and minimization restraint plan with the new resident within 72 hours of admission. Establish goals and treatment through a collaborative process with the resident utilizing advanced counseling skills, including evidence‑based practices; create and update treatment plans, including resident treatment goals and activity formulation. Prepare for periodic treatment review meetings by completing and/or updating treatment plans. Coordinate, schedule, and facilitate individual, family, and group therapy sessions to address residents’ emotional, mental, and social wellbeing and as outlined in the treatment plan. Provide emergency crisis intervention, on‑call clinical services as needed and follow through to stabilization of residents who are in psychological distress. Complete suicide assessment to determine emergency detention or psychiatric hospitalization. Utilize positive child management techniques, including verbal redirection, deescalation and physical containment when handling behavioral issues and crises with residents. Attend weekly clinical team meetings and staff meetings to provide and discuss any information on each resident. May be required to complete driving duties as driver and/or accompany residents during transport. Subject to being designated as an authorized driver. Comply with HIPAA privacy regulations and maintain confidentiality at all times. Other duties and projects as assigned. Minimum Qualifications Master’s degree in Mental Health Counseling, Counseling, Psychology, or Social Work. LPC, LMFT, or LCSW full licensure. One year relevant experience. Ability to establish rapport, trust, and boundaries with children, parents, and families. Strong people and interpersonal skills with the ability to interact with diverse groups of people. Demonstrated ability to maintain a high level of professionalism consistent with the Counseling and/or Social Work Code of Ethics. Strong organizational and time management skills with the ability to manage a heavy caseload and meet deadlines. Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a group, apply compassion and empathy when dealing with stressful or difficult situations. Must have valid TX driver license and auto insurance in order to be designated as an authorized driver. Must be 21 years of age or older per licensing requirements. Preferred Qualifications One year previous therapy/clinical experience with children and/or adolescents. Previous experience providing therapy in an RTC environment, highly preferred. Travel This position may be required to travel up to Perks at Upbring Competitive PTO & paid holidays. Health, dental, vision insurance & more. 403(b) Plan. Employee Assistance Program. Discounted Gym Memberships. Physical Demands & Work Conditions This position requires sitting and looking and using a computer for long periods of time. Position works in a child facility and has constant exposure to children. Position requires frequent standing, walking and time in units/cottages where children reside. Lift, push, pull, and move up to 125 lbs. Upbring is an Equal Employment Opportunity/AA Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, ancestry, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender, pregnancy, marital status, national origin, genetic information, physical or mental disability, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. #J-18808-Ljbffr