Licensed Outpatient Therapist with 4000 Hiring Bonus
Licensed Outpatient Therapist with 4000 Hiring Bonus
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Pay: Annual Salary of $70000 with a $4000 Hiring Bonus
Come join our team in a new and exciting role! This is a grant funded opportunity that connects youth experiencing housing instability and homelessness to mental health and wellness. This position is located at the LSS Center for Changing Lives in Duluth and will provide some support to young people working with the Renaissance Transitional Living and Another Door Emergency Shelter programs. We are looking for someone who can move out of the traditional medical model and provide psycho-ed skills and crisis support beyond traditional therapy sessions. We are committed to engaging with the youth and each other in authentic and strength-based interactions and we have a deep commitment to ensure care for those who experience barriers.
Your Impact as a Licensed Outpatient Therapist:
In this role you will provide individual and group therapy to youth (ages 16-24) experiencing housing instability and/or homelessness. Youth will be accessing shelter transitional housing and/or aftercare services from within the LSS youth services team. You will also provide skills training for youth as well as education and support to the youth services team of professionals and volunteers. You will be instrumental in improving the quality of life for individuals and families completing diagnostic assessments and developing tailored treatment plans to support their growth and well-being. You will maintain clinical oversight and ensure compliance with mental health statutes all while contributing to a vibrant collaborative environment that values continuous professional development.
Qualifications and Requirements:
- Masters degree and active licensure as an LICSW LPCC LMFT or LP required.
Pre-licensed clinicians may also be considered. - Experience in diagnosing and treating a broad range of mental health disorders using trauma-informed therapeutic approaches.
- Knowledge of and experience with the most current Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (DSM).
- Strong skills in critical thinking decision-making and interpersonal effectiveness.
- A passion for delivering high-quality culturally competent care with a focus on social justice.
- Valid drivers license and ability to pass a background check.
- Knowledge of:
- Housing instability and homelessness
- Adolescent psychological development
- Chronic stress and PTSD
- Anxiety and depression
- Crisis intervention and risk assessment
- Substance use disorders and harm reduction
- Multicultural counseling
- Ethics in counseling/social work and confidentiality
- Diagnosis and treatment approaches
What We Offer:
- Student Loan Repayment LSS is a HRSA approved site providing opportunities for loan repayment assistance.
- Competitive Benefits Package Including medical dental life and vision insurance; 403B retirement plan with a match; wellness program and more.
- Flexible Work Environment Enjoy work/life balance.
- Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) Including paid holidays 3 float days and additional wellness benefits.
- Training and Professional Development We provide paid opportunities for specialized training ensuring you maintain and grow your clinical knowledge as the field progresses.
- Collaborative Supportive Team Work with colleagues who are passionate supportive and dedicated to making a difference.
Lutheran Social Service MN is a dynamic social service organization serving children youth and families people with disabilities older adults and military veterans. Trustworthiness is a value and strength shared by our employees and recognized by the communities we serve. We offer an ALIVE Workplace (Supportive Positive and Fun) and careers that challenge energize and rewards employees. Consider joining us!
Lutheran Social Service of MN is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer of all people regardless of gender race culture religion ethnicity protected veteran status and/or disability. We actively foster an environment that is free of racism discrimination bias and harassment where all individuals are treated with dignity safety and respect.
Employment Type
Full-Time
