Therapist

DescriptionThis position requires that you direct therapeutic activities, individual, family and group therapy. Additionally, you will plan, implement and direct treatment while working in partnership with an assigned Behavioral Intervention Specialist (BIS) as well as the school staff at the assigned program. The assignment is based on the district's decision to contract for services and is reviewed annually.Minimum of a Master’s Degree in Social work or related counseling field from as accredited Master’s program. Currently eligible or possessing LCSW, LPC or LCPC in Montana. Must have good recommendation and satisfactory work record from previous employer. A minimum of two (2) years experience in the area of child and/or adolescent mental health is preferred, along with a thorough knowledge of seriously emotionally disturbed youth. A thorough understanding of intervention techniques in working with children and families as well as regulatory requirements and Montana laws regarding working with SED youth. A basic knowledge of educational, psychological and social work systems as related to special education and the school environment. Must have knowledge of behavioral contingency management. Supports the company’s mission, vision, and values by exhibiting excellence and competence, collaboration, innovation, respect personalization, commitment to our community, and accountability and ownership.Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with DisabilitiesThe contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information.QualificationsSkillsPreferred

Problem Solving: Expert

Planning & Organizing: Expert

Written Communication: Expert

Communication: Expert

Attention to Detail: Expert

BehaviorsPreferred

Leader: Inspires teammates to follow them

Detail Oriented: Capable of carrying out a given task with all details necessary to get the task done well

Dedicated: Devoted to a task or purpose with loyalty or integrity

MotivationsPreferred

Goal Completion: Inspired to perform well by the completion of tasks

Flexibility: Inspired to perform well when granted the ability to set your own schedule and goals

Ability to Make an Impact: Inspired to perform well by the ability to contribute to the success of a project or the organization

EducationRequired

Masters or better in Social Work

Licenses & CertificationsRequired

Lic Clin Prof Cnslr

Lic Clin Social Wkr

ExperiencePreferred

2 years: minimum of two (2) years experience in the area of child and/or adolescent mental health

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with DisabilitiesThe contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information.