Behavioral Health Therapist or Counselor | Eating Disorders

Sanford Health•Fargo, ND

10d•$28 - $47•Onsite

About The Position

Join our Compassionate, Multidisciplinary Eating Disorders Team! Be part of a dedicated team committed to helping individuals build healthier relationships with food, body image, and overall well-being. Our Eating Disorders program delivers comprehensive, evidence-based care to adults and adolescents (ages 12 and older) experiencing anorexia, bulimia, binge eating disorder, and related conditions. In this therapist role, you will work within a dynamic, patient-centered care model alongside a highly skilled, collaborative team of professionals. Therapists support both inpatient and Partial Hospitalization Program (PHP) levels of care, typically managing a caseload of approximately 6–8 patients when programs are at capacity. Responsibilities include conducting individual therapy sessions, facilitating group therapy, and providing family-based therapy for adolescent patients. This role offers the opportunity to make a meaningful impact by supporting individuals and their families as they navigate complex behavioral health challenges and progress toward recovery.

Requirements

Master's degree in Counseling, Social Work, Psychology, or related Behavioral Health Sciences required
License must be in good standing in state(s) of practice.
In Iowa, must have one of the following: Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) Licensed Master's of Social Worker (LMSW) Licensed Independent Social Worker (LISW)
In Minnesota, must have the following: Intermediary license required (LGSW, LAMFT, LPC) OR Seeking LPCC or LMFT licensure tracks and meet criteria for Clinical Trainee
In North Dakota, must have one of the following: Licensed Associate Professional Counselor (LAPC) Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor (LPCC) Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW) Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT)
In South Dakota, must have one of the following: Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) Licensed Professional Counselor - Mental Health (LPC-MH) Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) Certified Social Worker (CSW) Certified Social Worker - Private or Independent Practice (CSW-PIP)
In Wisconsin, must have one of the following: Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) Advanced Practice Social Worker (APSW) Licensed Professional Counselor - In Training (LPC-IT) obtained within 90 days of hire
If hired prior to January 1, 2013, in lieu of licensure, a master’s degree in counseling was acceptable.
In some states, will consider candidates seeking licensure by reciprocity in instances where obtaining licensure in the state of practice can be accomplished within 90 days of hire.
Exceptionally qualified new graduates in the process of obtaining license appropriate to education will be considered with evidence demonstrating experience and exposure to behavioral health.
Non-licensed candidates must provide documentation that they are in the process of obtaining appropriate license.
If applicable to position, may be required to possess a valid class D driver's license and auto insurance.
If class D driver’s license is required, must maintain a good driving record and have access to personal vehicle and willingness to use the vehicle in carrying out position responsibilities.

Nice To Haves

Graduation from an accredited school preferred.

Responsibilities

Conducting individual therapy sessions
Facilitating group therapy
Providing family-based therapy for adolescent patients
Conducts scheduled face-to-face therapy sessions designed to assess and improve patient's emotional, mental, and behavioral health.
Assesses patient needs, may diagnose disorders, develops treatment plans, and implements treatment interventions specific to patient needs.
Continually assesses patient's progress and revises diagnosis(es), treatment plans, and interventions accordingly.
Documents treatment sessions.
Provides patient progress updates to interdisciplinary team, as needed.
May educate patient support members about patient issues and interventions.
May refer for additional clinical services or to specialists, as needed.
Must stay current on emerging issues in the profession.