Program Therapist - Outpatient

Yellowstone Boys and Girls Ranch•Glendive, MT

23h•$54,280 - $69,486

About The Position

At Yellowstone Boys & Girls Ranch, Program Therapists are part of the interdisciplinary care team serving youth experiencing emotional, behavioral, and psychiatric challenges. They provide evidence-based interventions to support the mental health and well-being of youth on their caseload, conduct clinical assessments, and develop treatment plans based on varying diagnoses. The role also involves working with funding agencies, complying with external contract requirements, and following federal and state guidelines. The therapist provides individual, group, and family therapy and therapeutic interventions in school, community, and home settings. They engage parents, guardians, and caregivers; work with youth and families in person and via telehealth; and respond to crises in a calm manner that supports the safety of staff and youth. The role includes completing accurate clinical documentation, maintaining program financial viability and PQI standards, coordinating with treatment teams and community stakeholders, consulting with and advocating for youth in school settings, and maintaining knowledge of Montana Medicaid and YBGR Mental Health Center licensure requirements. The position is based in Glendive, Montana, and is full time. The listed salary range is $54,280.20–$69,486.30, with the starting salary determined by education and relevant experience. The posting also gives separate biweekly ranges by license: $2,087.70–$2,349.72 for SWLC, PCLC, or MFLC; and $2,374.53–$2,672.55 for LCSW, LCPC, or MLFT.

Requirements

Must be at least 21 years old.
Must pass the criminal record and child abuse registry background check required by the State of Montana.
Master’s degree in Psychology, Social Work, Counseling, or a similar field from an accredited university; a 60-credit-hour program is specified.
Program Therapist 1 requires a current Montana SWLC, PCLC, or MFLC license.
Program Therapist 2 requires a current Montana LCSW, LCPC, or MFLT license.
License to operate a passenger vehicle.
Ability to build therapeutic rapport with youth and families.
Ability to work cooperatively and collaboratively with the treatment team.
Ability to adhere to applicable codes of ethics, including the Child and Youth Worker Code of Ethics, National Association of Social Workers Code, and American Psychological Association Code.
Ability and willingness to maintain and enhance clinical skills.
Knowledge of professional therapeutic boundaries and confidentiality with youth and families.
Knowledge of behavior modification and age-appropriate youth development.
Good computer skills and ability to learn and use YBGR-selected software solutions.
Good judgment and decision-making skills.
Self-motivation, self-discipline, diligence, and forward thinking.
Ability to prioritize the team and define success collectively.
Ability to interact and communicate effectively with others, including collaborating, resolving conflicts, and navigating social situations.
Demonstrate the stated values of Faith, Integrity, Relationship, and Stewardship.

Responsibilities

Provide individual, group, and family therapy and therapeutic interventions to youth in school, community, and home settings.
Conduct mental health clinical assessments and develop treatment plans based on diagnoses.
Encourage and engage in interactions with parents, guardians, and caregivers.
Provide services to youth and families in person and via telehealth.
Intervene in crises calmly and appropriately to maintain staff and youth safety.
Complete, submit, and verify the accuracy of initial assessments, treatment plans, therapy notes, and other required clinical documentation.
Maintain PQI standards and the financial viability of the program.
Establish and maintain effective working relationships with treatment team members and stakeholders, including regular communication and participation in treatment team and staff meetings.
Participate in peer supervision as directed by the supervisor.
Attend meetings and provide consultation to and advocacy for youth with schools; participate in CST/IEP meetings as needed.
Coordinate services with community agencies and cooperate with other providers to meet youth and youth-system needs.
Maintain working knowledge of Montana Medicaid and YBGR Mental Health Center licensure rules and regulations.