Clinical Therapist

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.