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Yellowstone Boys and Girls Ranch

Program Therapist -School

Yellowstone Boys and Girls Ranch, Anaconda, Montana, United States, 59711

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Position Summary At Yellowstone Boys & Girls Ranch, our Program Therapists are an integral part of the interdisciplinary care team for youth experiencing emotional, behavioral, and psychiatric challenges. They provide evidence‑based interventions to promote the mental health and well‑being of the youth on their caseload. This position involves conducting assessments and developing treatment plans based on varying diagnoses. Program Therapists are also responsible for working with different funding agencies, complying with external contract requirements, and federal and state guidelines.

Starting Salary Range

Current Montana SWLC, or PCLC, or MFLC: $2,087.70 – $2,349.72 biweekly

Current Montana LCSW, or LCPC, or LMFT: $2,374.53 – $2,672.55 biweekly

Daily and Monthly Responsibilities

Provides individual, group, and family therapy, and therapeutic intervention to youth in school/community/home settings, while maintaining financial viability of the program.

Provides mental health clinical assessments to youth in school/community/home settings.

Encourages and engages in parent/guardian/caregiver interactions.

Comfortable and willing to engage with youth and families in person and via telehealth.

Intervenes in crisis in a calm appropriate manner that maintains staff and youth safety.

Completes, submits, and verifies accuracy of paperwork including initial assessments, treatment plans, therapy notes, and other required clinical documentation while maintaining PQI standards set by the CBS Administrators.

Establishes and maintains effective working relationships with treatment team members and stakeholders and engages in regular communication through attendance and participation at treatment team and staff meetings.

Involved in peer supervision, individually or in a group setting, as directed by supervisor.

Attends meetings and provides consultation to, and advocates for, youth with schools; participates in CST/IEP meetings as needed; coordinates services with community agencies; and cooperates with other providers to meet youth system needs.

Maintains a working knowledge and understanding of Montana Medicaid and YBGR’s Mental Health Center Licensure rules and regulations.

Qualifications

21 years old or older

Criminal / Child Abuse Clearance: Must pass criminal record and child abuse registry background check as required by the State of Montana.

Education: Master’s degree in psychology, social work, counseling, or similar field of study from an accredited university. (60 Credit Hour Program)

Professional License

Program Therapist 1 – Current Montana SWLC, or PCLC, or MFLC

Program Therapist 2 – Current Montana LCSW, or PCLC, or MFLT

License to operate a passenger vehicle.

Required Abilities/Skills

Ability to relate and build rapport with youth and families therapeutically.

Ability to work in cooperation and collaboration with the treatment team.

Ability to adhere to code of ethics, including: the Child and Youth Worker Code of Ethics, the National Association of Social Workers code, and the American Psychological Association code.

Willingness to maintain and enhance clinical skill set.

Knowledge of professional therapeutic boundaries and confidentiality with youth and families.

Knowledge of behavior modification and age‑appropriate youth development.

Good computer skills and ability to quickly learn and use YBGR selected software solutions.

Good judgment and decision‑making skills.

Self‑motivated, self‑disciplined, and diligent with forward thinking.

Team‑oriented mindset, prioritizing collective success over individual gain.

Excellent interpersonal and communication skills for building and maintaining relationships, collaborating with colleagues, resolving conflicts, and navigating social situations.

Demonstrate the following values.

Faith – belief in successfully achieving our mission, based on a loving creator.

Integrity – doing what is right, prioritizing the needs of others, and living by the highest values.

Relationship – commitment to one another in a mutually respectful, dignified, and honoring manner.

Stewardship – managing any resources or talents entrusted by YBGR to fulfill the mission and values.

Seniority Level Entry level

Employment Type Full-time

Job Function Health Care Provider

Industries Mental Health Care

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