LICENSED SENIOR THERAPIST I - HAWAII ISLAND
About The Position
Rooted in aloha and kuleana, Hale Kipa is dedicated to supporting and empowering Hawai‘i’s youth, young adults, and families who are navigating trauma, injustice, and systemic barriers. Through safe and nurturing housing, culturally grounded care, and trauma-informed relationships, we encourage them to discover their passions, embrace their resilience, and thrive as compassionate, responsible leaders in their families and communities. Since 1970, Hale Kipa has championed Hawai'i's youth and children. We provide youth outreach, independent living facilities, therapeutic foster care, a haven for runaways, and more. Our founders recognized a need for a nonprofit to step in to assist this deserving population and we are still doing that critical work today, on O'ahu, Kaua'i, and the Island of Hawai'i.
Requirements
- Master’s degree in social work, counseling, marriage & family therapy, or related field required.
- Active state of Hawai’i license (LCSW, LMFT, LMHC, or equivalent) required.
- Ability to be credentialed by CAMHD and commercial insurance companies required.
- Access to a vehicle for the purpose of transporting youth.
- Possession of a valid driver's license.
- Current auto insurance and safety check.
Nice To Haves
- Strong communication, empathy, and problem-solving skills preferred.
- Strong time management and documentation skills preferred.
- Ability to navigate an electronic health record/billing software preferred.
- Experience with diverse populations and evidence-based practices preferred.
Responsibilities
- Provide mental health evaluations and services under our various contracts, including Child and Adolescent Mental Health Division (CAMHD), Medicaid, HMSA, UHA, HMAA, WellCare, and AlohaCare
- While awaiting credentialing from insurance carriers, must carry a full CAMHD caseload, producing a minimum of 25 billable hours per week to cover salary
- Provide individual, family, and/or group therapy to clients via in-person, community outreach, and telehealth
- Develop and implement individualized treatment plans
- Conduct assessments and maintain accurate clinical documentation
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary team members and community resources
- Maintain compliance with ethical and legal standards of practice
Benefits
- Medical/Drug/Vision/Dental
- Flexible Spending Account
- Paid Time Off (PTO) / 6 Paid Holidays
- 403(b) Retirement Plan
- Group Term Life Insurance
- Access to Voluntary Supplemental Insurance Plans
- Supportive Work Environment: Collaborative team culture with strong administrative and clinical support
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
Number of Employees
11-50 employees
