Explore a Career with LSS of South Dakota

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$600 Sign-On Bonus Available!

LSS Path Services seeks a Clinical Therapist with a heart for reducing barriers, so kids, adults and families have access to help and healing related to mental health care. If you are a compassionate individual who is seeking to be part of a clinical team, we invite you to apply. Come join our family-friendly environment. #YouareLSS

Only applications submitted through our company page will be considered. Please apply at https://lsssd.org/careers/

HOURS: Full-time, 40hours, Monday- Friday.

BENEFITS: LSS is proud to offer a wide range of benefits to qualifying full-time employees. We support you with opportunities to help live balanced, healthy lives. Benefits are designed to meet needs of today and into the future.

• $600 hiring bonus* external candidates only
• PTO Time Frontload Up to 24 Hours for benefit-eligible employees
• 8 Paid Holidays
• 401(k) 3% match
• Four Wellmark BCBS medical plan options, with HSA & FSA options
• Dental and Vision plans
• Employer paid life insurance to provide support for your family
• Career development opportunities, hands-on training, and mentorship
• Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Eligibility

SALARY: Dependent on experience and qualifications

RESPONSIBILITIES: Clinical Therapists work as members of the LSS team in caring for, supporting, and strengthening individuals, families, and communities. PATH clinicians provide professional mental health services in schools to students in grades kindergarten through 12th in the Sioux Empire United Way area. They provide advocacy for their clients and their families and work collaboratively with their schools in meeting the needs of their clients. This position provides the opportunity to provide therapeutic services in an outpatient setting for children, teens and adults.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Master’s degree in counseling, social work, or a related human service field is required. Licensure is preferred.

Candidates may be considered for the following levels, depending on qualifications:

• Clinical Therapist I: In process of obtaining licensure.
• Clinical Therapist II: Licensed or certified (e.g., CSW, LPC); or certified in an evidence-based practice (e.g., FFT, EMDR, TF-CBT).
• Clinical Therapist III: Licensed at the highest level (e.g., CSW-PIP, LPC-MH, LAC).
  A master’s degree may not be required for Clinical Therapist III if highest-level licensure is held.
• Must be able to pass any tests, assessments.
• Must be at least 21 years old and able to complete orientation training according to agency program standards.
• A valid driver’s license or the ability to obtain one for approved driver status.
• Must successfully complete all agency background checks, which include checks for criminal convictions, behavior harmful towards children, spousal abuse, and drug or sex crimes.

LSS Expectations & Core Values

At LSS, we are committed to upholding the following values in all aspects of our work:

Compassionate – We engage with empathy and provide non-judgmental services.
Appreciative – We recognize and develop the strengths of our clients and employees.
Respectful – We build professional and collaborative relationships with clients, partners, and colleagues.
Ethical – We uphold high standards of integrity and quality in all actions.
Strategic – We anticipate and respond proactively to community needs.

To apply for this position, click the link LSS of South Dakota Careers https://lsssd.org/careers/

External Candidates only eligible for sign on bonus*

LSS is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.

Please note: As part of our hiring process and to meet accreditation requirements, applicants will be asked to complete a prescreen questionnaire.

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