Clinical Therapist

State of Montana • Warm Springs, MT

8d • Onsite

About The Position

The Montana Department of Public Health and Human Services (DPHHS) has a career opportunity within Montana State Hospital. Clinical Therapists provide patient treatment to include individual therapy, group therapy, and psycho/educational services on and off treatment units at the Montana State Hospital. Responsibilities include providing clinical evaluation and assessment services; recommending and implementing therapeutic interventions and treatment approaches based on evaluation and assessment findings which may include discharge planning/placement; and assisting with social assessments and treatment plan production and coordination as needed. Our mission at DPHHS is serving Montanans in their communities to improve health, safety, well-being, and empower independence. By joining our department, you will have the opportunity to perform meaningful work in public service to our state and its residents.

Requirements

• Master’s degree in a clinical treatment discipline that may include nursing, psychology, social work, rehabilitation therapy, or similar background involving the treatment of adult psychiatric patients.
• Two years of experience providing therapeutic mental health care to seriously mentally ill individuals.
• Licensure as a Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), Professional Counselor (LCPC), or candidate licensure.

Responsibilities

• Provide patient treatment to include individual therapy, group therapy, and psycho/educational services on and off treatment units at the Montana State Hospital.
• Provide clinical evaluation and assessment services.
• Recommend and implement therapeutic interventions and treatment approaches based on evaluation and assessment findings which may include discharge planning/placement.
• Assist with social assessments and treatment plan production and coordination as needed.

Benefits

• Healthcare coverage
• Retirement plans
• Paid vacation
• Sick leave
• Holidays
• Work/life balance
• Eligibility to participate in the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level