PATH Therapist – Youth & School Counseling

LSS of South Dakota•Sioux Falls, SD

2d•Onsite

About The Position

LSS Path Services seeks a Clinical Therapist with a heart for reducing barriers, so kids, adults and families have access to help and healing related to mental health care. If you are a compassionate individual who is seeking to be part of a clinical team, we invite you to apply. Come join our family-friendly environment. PATH clinicians provide professional mental health services in schools to students in grades kindergarten through 12th in the Sioux Empire United Way area. They provide advocacy for their clients and their families and work collaboratively with their schools in meeting the needs of their clients. This position provides the opportunity to provide therapeutic services in an outpatient setting for children, teens and adults.

Requirements

Master’s degree in counseling, social work, or a related human service field is required.
Candidates may be considered for the following levels, depending on qualifications: Clinical Therapist I: In process of obtaining licensure. Clinical Therapist II: Licensed or certified (e.g., CSW, LPC); or certified in an evidence-based practice (e.g., FFT, EMDR, TF-CBT). Clinical Therapist III: Licensed at the highest level (e.g., CSW-PIP, LPC-MH, LAC). A master’s degree may not be required for Clinical Therapist III if highest-level licensure is held.
Must be able to pass any tests, assessments.
Must be at least 21 years old and able to complete orientation training according to agency program standards.
A valid driver’s license or the ability to obtain one for approved driver status.
Must successfully complete all agency background checks, which include checks for criminal convictions, behavior harmful towards children, spousal abuse, and drug or sex crimes.

Nice To Haves

Licensure is preferred.

Responsibilities

Clinical Therapists work as members of the LSS team in caring for, supporting, and strengthening individuals, families, and communities.
PATH clinicians provide professional mental health services in schools to students in grades kindergarten through 12th in the Sioux Empire United Way area.
They provide advocacy for their clients and their families and work collaboratively with their schools in meeting the needs of their clients.
This position provides the opportunity to provide therapeutic services in an outpatient setting for children, teens and adults.