Equine Therapist
Idaho Youth Ranch Inc•Coeur d'Alene, ID
•$28 - $38•Onsite
About The Position
The Equine Therapist provides individual, group, and family counseling to youth and families, using trauma-oriented, evidence-based, and age-appropriate therapeutic techniques. The role includes preparing complete and accurate psychotherapy documentation, conducting appropriate assessments, and identifying mental health issues. Sessions may be scheduled in the late afternoon or evening based on client needs and availability. This is an on-call position with no guaranteed hours, located in Idaho; candidates must live within a reasonable distance of the work location. Horse experience is not required.
Requirements
- Master’s degree in a human services field such as social work, counseling, psychology, or marriage and family therapy.
- Current licensure as LMSW, LCSW, LMAFT, LMFT, LPC, LCPC, or PhD.
- Valid Idaho driver’s license, or obtain one within 15 days of hire as a condition of continued employment.
- At least 25 years of age.
- Must be within a reasonable distance of the Idaho work location.
Responsibilities
- Provide individual, group, and family counseling sessions.
- Use therapeutic techniques that are trauma-oriented, evidence-based, and age-appropriate.
- Prepare psychotherapy documents covering patient care and ensure mental health forms are complete and accurate.
- Provide assessments appropriate to the age group and population, demonstrate understanding, and identify mental health issues.
Benefits
- Supportive, knowledgeable clinical supervision.
- Trauma-informed practice informed by current best and evidence-based practices.
- Employee discount on purchases at thrift stores.
- Paid opportunities for training in treatment modalities including EAGALA, EMDR, and CBT.
- Collaborative, caring team environment focused on supporting youth and families.
- Collaboration with IYR Case Managers and Equine Specialists.
- Work environment with a team of more than 20 horses.
- Public Service Loan Forgiveness qualifying employer; the organization can partner with loan providers to review options.
