Mental Health Therapist

Location: Pierre, SD

Agency: Capital Area Counseling Service

Employment Category: Full-time

Employment Type: Salary

Starting Salary: $56,175

Benefits: health, dental and life insurance coverage; 401K participation; paid holidays; paid YMCA family membership, and annual and medical leave

Perquisites: Opportunities for licensure supervision; ability to pursue on-going training, specialization and/or certification; maintain a flexible work schedule; part of a team approach to treatment; supportive environment that promotes staff wellness and self-care

*CACS is a National Health Service Corps (NHSC) and South Dakota State Loan Repayment Program approved site which can provide opportunities for student loan reimbursement.

Position Description

Provide evidenced-based therapy as part of a collaborative team. Opportunities to serve individuals, groups, and families. Client population served dependent on agency need with consideration for therapist preference and expertise.

Responsibilities

• Complete comprehensive mental health assessments
• Develop, implement, and regularly review treatment plans
• Complete progress notes and other necessary documentation within Electronic Health Record (EHR) according to agency, state, and federal guidelines
• Coordinate client care with other professionals and community partners
• Demonstrate competency in utilizing the DSM-5-TR, or its successor, to diagnose psychiatric disorders
• Apply evidenced-based therapeutic interventions according to clients’ individual needs
• Respond to crisis situations compassionately and appropriately
• Deliver services in outpatient office setting or wherever necessary to meet clients’ needs
• Participate in Mobile Crisis Response (MCR) on-call team and complete risk assessments with individuals who are in crisis (additional compensation provided)
• Pursue continuing education with opportunity to specialize based on personal interest and agency need

Requirements

• Master’s degree in counseling, social work, or psychology and licensed in the State of South Dakota or working toward licensure (supervision for licensure provided on site)
• When eligible, complete training for and obtain Qualified Mental Health Professional (QMHP) certification
• Adhere to HIPAA guidelines and agency policies
• Be self-directive while also seeking clinical supervision when appropriate
• Maintain calendars and manage workload effectively
• Demonstrate effective communication and organizational skills
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with clients and colleagues
• Proficient in computer applications and related technology
• Meet deadlines
• Understands the value of honoring diverse cultures and learning from others
• Follow all local, state, and federal laws
• Adhere to professional codes of ethics and agency policies and procedures
• May need to use personal vehicle for work-related tasks
• Work hours may include some evening and weekend hours
• Must have a valid driver’s license

For questions, contact Kellie Shuman at 605-224-5811.