Description

Christian Family Solutions Counseling Care and Services is looking for their next full-time Day Treatment for Teens Program Therapist in Mankato. This position offers a $1,000 sign on bonus after 6 months of employment and $1,000 retention bonus after 1 year!

Christian Family Solutions is a faith-based, religious organization committed to our mission, healing and helping people in need through the ministry of Jesus Christ. As more and more people seek help with difficult issues, we want to be the counseling resource they turn to for hope, healing, and peace. Clients receive evidence-based care and faith integration when requested. You can be part of this Christian community and the counseling resource individuals and families turn to for hope, healing, and peace.God has blessed us with an incredible privilege of healing and helping people in need. Click here to view a video about us . You’ll see what a privilege it is to call ourselves “Christian” and to reflect Christian love to everyone we serve.

This Program Therapist will be part of a CTSS team providing behavioral, emotional, and psychological treatment for teens ages 13-18 through both group format and individual therapy. It is the only day treatment program in Mankato and surrounding communities serving teens. If you would like to learn more about our Day Treatment program in Mankato, please click the following link to view our videos: MN Day Treatment - Mankato videos .

Applicants who align with our Christian mission and values and have a strong desire to learn more about integrating Christian counseling practices are encouraged to apply.

The applicant selected will be eligible for Christian Family Solutions' full benefits package, which includes health, dental, and vision insurance, short- and long-term disability, 401(K) plan and match policy, PTO, and mental health days. Clinical supervision is provided at no cost to you. Hours for this position are generally 8am to 4:30pm, Monday through Friday.

What you will be doing

Providing Christian based counseling services by facilitating psycho-educational groups, process groups, individual and family therapy for clients admitted to the program.

Quality mental health delivered with integrity is the first commitment we make to our clients. An additional commitment we make is to offer the option of Christian faith principles integrated with a client’s treatment, as needed and desired by the client. Research has proven that such faith-integrated treatment is effective and has longer lasting impact. It is an approach we are committed to delivering, and we train our staff to provide it. You will work in a unique environment where both your professional skills and your faith can grow.

Why work for Christian Family Solutions?

At Christian Family Solutions, you have the opportunity to focus 100% on counseling, as we are equipped with a top-notch support staff who handle credentialing with third party payers, intake process, billing, authorizations, marketing, and other operations. Christian Family Solutions will also provide training in the process of applying clinical treatment within a biblical worldview, regular in-service or continuing education opportunities, as well as regular supervision and consultation.

If you are motivated to assist clients in a comfortable, supportive, and Christ-centered atmosphere with a strong Christian Mission and Core Values , we want you to be a part of our team.

Requirements

• Preferred applicants will meet the qualification for Mental Health Professionals:
  • Possession of one of the following licenses as a Mental Health Professional under Minnesota statute 245I.04, subdivision 2:
    • Licensed professional clinical counseling: a licensed professional clinical counselor licensed under section 148B.5301; or
    • Licensed marriage and family therapy: a marriage and family therapist licensed under sections 148B.29 to 148B.392; or
    • Clinical social work: a licensed independent clinical social worker as defined in section 148E.050, subdivision 5.
• Applicants meeting the criteria for Clinical Trainee status under Minnesota statute 245I.04,subdivision 6 will also be considered:
• Enrolled in an accredited graduate program of study to prepare the staff person for independent licensure as a mental health professional and who is participating in a practicum or internship with the license holder through the individual's graduate program; or
• Completed an accredited graduate program of study to prepare the staff person for independent licensure as a mental health professional and who is in compliance with the requirements of the applicable health-related licensing board, including requirements for supervised practice.
• Experience working with adolescents and/or their families.
• Understanding of mental health conditions as they impact behavior.
• Ability to work with diverse populations.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Must possess a valid MN Driver’s License and Auto Insurance.
• Active member of a WELS or ELS or confessional Lutheran church preferred.
• Willingness to support the mission of Christian Family Solutions and uphold a biblical worldview in the clinical setting.