Outpatient Mental Health Therapist (LPC or Social Worker) - Sign-On Bonus!

Children's Home Society of South Dakota • Rapid City, SD

79d • $60,369 - $83,054

About The Position

Children’s Home Society of South Dakota is seeking an Outpatient Therapist to provide high-quality mental health care to children and families who have experienced trauma within the Outpatient Therapy program in accordance with the organization’s Mission, Vision, and Values. As a leader in compassionate, trauma-informed care, Children’s Home Society is committed to fostering equity and inclusion in all aspects of our work. By joining our team, you will make a difference every day—creating positive change for individuals, families, and communities. Each smile, hug, and heart you touch will reflect the meaningful impact of your work.

Requirements

• Must have obtained a Master’s Degree in Social Work, Counseling, or Marriage and Family Therapy.
• Current South Dakota license as a CSW, LPC, or LMFT licensure required.
• Must be, or have the ability to be, certified as Adoption Competent.
• QMHP (Qualified Mental Health Professional) certification or the ability to obtain is required.
• South Dakota advanced licensure, including CSW-PIP, LPC-MH, or LMFT preferred.
• Two years’ experience in children and/or family programs preferred.

Responsibilities

• Complete assessments, screening, and other documentation during the evaluation phase of treatment for each client.
• Support a typical caseload of 25 billable hours per week, or 100 per month, depending on Full or Part-Time status.
• Develop individualized treatment plans, prepare treatment plan reviews, and discharge summaries with treatment team.
• Consult with other service providers as needed.
• Provide therapy to meet client needs.
• Collaborate with the treatment team to ensure client’s needs are met appropriately.
• Maintain positive working relationship with community resources and referral agencies.
• Complete required reports and other documentation.
• Assist in the development and facilitation of caregiver training as needed.
• Actively participate in required trainings. Maintain licensure requirements.
• Assist in the development and facilitation of an annual training curriculum for caregivers.
• Assist with development of program forms, as necessary.
• Provide public education presentations, as necessary.
• Develop and maintain relationships with community agencies, schools, and universities as applicable.
• Compile monthly, quarterly and annual statistics and other data as requested.
• Provide on-call support, as necessary.

Benefits

• Flexible scheduling options including Four 10-hour shifts or Half-day Fridays.
• Comprehensive Benefits equal to 30% of salary including health insurance options, vision, dental, and life insurance.
• Up to $200 per month in tuition reimbursement or student loan repayment for qualifying employees.
• Support for continued learning and licensure through yearly stipend & Licensure supervision.
• Yearly merit-based raises and built-in steps based on licensure accrual.
• Bonus opportunity totaling $10,000 over three years.
• Clinical Supervision for licensure included.
• Generous PTO package with 40 hours upfront, 10 paid holidays, and 8 hours for volunteering.
• Retirement plans with employer contributions and profit sharing.
• Referral bonuses up to $1,000 for referring new employees.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Master's degree