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YD
Youth Dynamics of Montana
Program Therapist
Career Insights for Family / Behavioral Therapist
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What they do
A Family or Behavioral Therapist works with clients who need help dealing with emotional disorders or problems with family and relationships. Addresses client problems in the context of family relationships; helps clients develop ways to recognize and change behavior patterns. Works with individuals, couples or families.
$52,826 / year median in Montana
+25% projected growth
Job Description
YBGR, WHERE YOU CAN MAKE A DIFFERENCE
We have employees providing services to youth throughout Montana, working to change the trajectory of children's lives and having a positive impact. We are a family of YBGR staff providing services to youth throughout Montana, working to change the trajectory of children's lives- to help them heal and recover!
Company:
Yellowstone Boys & Girls Ranch Industry:
Mental Health Care Level:
Full Time Location:
Deer Lodge Community Based- Deer Lodge, MT 59722
Compensation:
$54,280.20- $69,486.
OVERVIEW
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. Position Details 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.RESPONSIBILITIES
Therapy Provides individual, group and family therapy, and therapeutic intervention to youth in school/community/home settings, while maintaining financial viability of the program. Provides individual, group and family therapy, and mental health clinical assessments to youth in school/community/home settings, while maintaining financial viability of the program. Support Encourage and engage in parent/guardian/caregiver interactions. Intervene in crisis in a calm appropriate manner that maintains staff and youth safety. Quality Assurance Complete, submit and verify accuracy of paperwork including initial assessments, treatment plans, therapy notes, and other required clinical documentation for all services provided, while maintaining PQI standards as set forth by the CBS Administrators. Supervision Involved in peer supervision, whether individually or in a group setting, as directed by supervisor. Consulting 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 and youth system needs. Performance Establish and maintain effective working relationships with treatment team members and stakeholders and engage in regular communication through attendance and participation at treatment team and staff meetings. Maintain a working knowledge and understanding of Montana Medicaid and YBGR's Mental Health Center Licensure rules and regulations.REQUIREMENTS
Values Faith- is being sure of successfully achieving our mission, based upon our trust in a loving creator. Integrity
- doing what is right, putting the needs of others above your own, and living by the highest values. Relationship
- being committed to one another in a mutually respectful, dignified, healthy, and honoring manner.
Child Abuse Clearance:
Must pass criminal record and child abuse registry background check as required by the State of Montana. Knowledge Knowledge of and ability to maintain professional therapeutic boundaries and confidentiality with youth and families. Knowledge of behavior modification and age-appropriate youth development. Good computer skills and able to quickly learn and use YBGR selected software solutions. Education Master's degree in Psychology, Social Work, Counseling, or similar field of study from an accredited university (60 Credit Hour Program). Program Therapist 1- Current Montana SWLC, or PCLC, or MFLC. Program Therapist 2
- Current Montana LCSW, or LCPC, or MFLT.