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

Children's Home Society of South Dakota•Sioux Falls, SD

14d•$60,370 - $83,054•Onsite

About The Position

Children’s Home Society of South Dakota is seeking an Outpatient Therapist that provides high-quality, trauma-informed mental health services to children, families, and individuals engaged in Children’s Home Society (CHS) therapeutic programs. This role primarily serves clients within the Outpatient Mental Health Clinic while supporting continuity of care across additional CHS service lines as needed. In alignment with the organization’s Mission, Vision, and Values, the therapist delivers evidence-based interventions that are compassionate, developmentally appropriate, culturally responsive, and designed to support healing for those impacted by trauma. 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.
Normal office environment with minimal exposure to dust, noise, etc.
Extended PC viewing and keyboarding required.
Extended periods of sedentary work required.
Client home visits may be required.
Must successfully complete all required background and pre-employment checks

Nice To Haves

South Dakota advanced licensure, including CSW-PIP, LPC-MH, or LMFT preferred.
Two years’ experience in children and/or family programs preferred.
You are a team player that promotes a positive work environment.
You are capable of handling highly sensitive, confidential information.
You are able to effectively communicate.
You align with our mission, vision, and values.
You are organized and are able to pay strong attention to detail.
You are able to have professional and kind client and public interactions.
You are able to show awareness and respect for the diverse cultural backgrounds of our employees and clients.

Responsibilities

Conduct comprehensive assessments of children and families to identify mental health needs and develop individualized treatment plans.
Utilize evidence-based practices to deliver therapy that meets client needs both in the outpatient mental health clinic and in other CHS service lines as needed.
Collaborate with families to create a supportive environment conducive to healing and positive change.
Monitor client progress and adjust treatment plans as necessary to ensure optimal outcomes.
Maintain accurate and timely documentation of client progress, treatment plans, and clinical notes in compliance with organizational policies and regulations.
Develop and maintain positive and professional relationships with community resources and referral agencies.
Participate in clinical supervision and peer consultation to enhance professional development and ensure best practices.
Stay informed about current trends and research in trauma-informed care and mental health practices.
Knowledge of evidence-based therapeutic modalities and trauma-informed care principles.

Benefits

Flexible scheduling options are available , including: Four 10-hour shifts (e.g., Monday–Thursday), Half-day Fridays for those maintaining a full caseload. We support work-life balance and are open to discussing scheduling needs
Equal up to 30% of your salary . Two health insurance options (Traditional Plan & High-Deductible Health Plan with HSA), vision, dental, employer-paid Group Life Insurance and Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D), Short Term & Long-Term Disability, and additional voluntary life and critical illness plans.
Up to $200 per month in tuition reimbursement or student loan repayment for qualifying employees.
Education/continued learning yearly stipend & Licensure supervision
$60,369.60 to $83,054.40 (DOE & Certifications) with yearly merit-based raises and built-in steps based on licensure accrual.
$1,000 after 1 month of employment and $3,000 after your first, second, and third anniversary here at CHS totaling to $10,000.
Clinical Supervision for licensure is included as part of the role as long as they are supervised by our internal Clinical Director.
Includes a generous PTO package with 40 hours upfront, 10 paid holidays, and 8 hours "Day of Service" for volunteering in the community.
Once entry into the plan, employees receive a 3% employer contribution each pay period and an up to an additional 5% profit sharing . Employees are 100% vested after 4 years of credited service.
Earn up to $1,000 for referring new employees.