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Watson's Children Shelter
Missoula, MT (In Person)
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Lead Therapist at Watson's Children Shelter Lead Therapist at Watson's Children Shelter in Missoula, Montana Posted in 10 days ago.
The ideal candidate is passionate about working with children and adolescents, values relationship-based care, and understands the impact of trauma on development, behavior, and emotional regulation.
Essential Duties and ResponsibilitiesProvide individual therapy sessions for children and adolescents residing in shelter care. Facilitate therapeutic and psychoeducational group sessions focused on emotional regulation, coping skills, communication, safety, and healthy relationships. Collaborate with shelter staff to implement trauma-informed behavioral interventions and support plans. Provide guidance and consultation to direct care staff regarding therapeutic approaches and de-escalation strategies. Complete clinical documentation, treatment notes, assessments, and service plans in a timely manner. Participate in multidisciplinary team meetings and case coordination with community providers, schools, CPS, and other stakeholders. Support crisis intervention and stabilization efforts within the shelter environment. Maintain confidentiality and comply with ethical, legal, and licensing standards. Help foster a safe, supportive, and healing-centered environment for youth and families. QualificationsMasters degree in Counseling, Social Work, Psychology, or related behavioral health field preferred. Licensure or licensure candidacy in Montana preferred (LCPC, LCSW, LMFT, or equivalent). Experience working with children, adolescents, and families strongly preferred. Knowledge of trauma-informed care, attachment, child development, and crisis intervention. Strong communication, collaboration, and relationship-building skills. Ability to work effectively within a team-oriented residential setting. Preferred Skills and ExperienceExperience facilitating therapeutic groups. Familiarity with evidence-based practices related to trauma and emotional regulation. Understanding of behavioral support strategies within residential or shelter environments. Ability to remain calm, flexible, and compassionate in high-stress situations. BenefitsMeaningful work supporting vulnerable youth and families Collaborative and mission-driven team environment Opportunities for professional growth and training Paid time off and holiday benefits Health benefits and retirement options, if applicable recblid 0g3nqerxzq7qzbd3wt7p0lh0qb1b6a
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Position SummaryWatson Childrens Shelter is seeking a compassionate, trauma-informed Therapist to join our multidisciplinary team supporting children and youth experiencing crisis, abuse, neglect, and family instability. This position provides therapeutic services to shelter residents while also supporting shelter staff through consultation, therapeutic intervention strategies, and collaborative care planning.The ideal candidate is passionate about working with children and adolescents, values relationship-based care, and understands the impact of trauma on development, behavior, and emotional regulation.
Essential Duties and ResponsibilitiesProvide individual therapy sessions for children and adolescents residing in shelter care. Facilitate therapeutic and psychoeducational group sessions focused on emotional regulation, coping skills, communication, safety, and healthy relationships. Collaborate with shelter staff to implement trauma-informed behavioral interventions and support plans. Provide guidance and consultation to direct care staff regarding therapeutic approaches and de-escalation strategies. Complete clinical documentation, treatment notes, assessments, and service plans in a timely manner. Participate in multidisciplinary team meetings and case coordination with community providers, schools, CPS, and other stakeholders. Support crisis intervention and stabilization efforts within the shelter environment. Maintain confidentiality and comply with ethical, legal, and licensing standards. Help foster a safe, supportive, and healing-centered environment for youth and families. QualificationsMasters degree in Counseling, Social Work, Psychology, or related behavioral health field preferred. Licensure or licensure candidacy in Montana preferred (LCPC, LCSW, LMFT, or equivalent). Experience working with children, adolescents, and families strongly preferred. Knowledge of trauma-informed care, attachment, child development, and crisis intervention. Strong communication, collaboration, and relationship-building skills. Ability to work effectively within a team-oriented residential setting. Preferred Skills and ExperienceExperience facilitating therapeutic groups. Familiarity with evidence-based practices related to trauma and emotional regulation. Understanding of behavioral support strategies within residential or shelter environments. Ability to remain calm, flexible, and compassionate in high-stress situations. BenefitsMeaningful work supporting vulnerable youth and families Collaborative and mission-driven team environment Opportunities for professional growth and training Paid time off and holiday benefits Health benefits and retirement options, if applicable recblid 0g3nqerxzq7qzbd3wt7p0lh0qb1b6a