Program Therapist 1 - School

Position Summary

At Yellowstone Boys & Girls Ranch, Program Therapists are integral members of the interdisciplinary care team, providing evidence-based interventions to support the mental health and well-being of youth facing emotional, behavioral, and psychiatric challenges. Responsibilities include conducting assessments, developing treatment plans, engaging with families, and ensuring compliance with external requirements.

Daily And Monthly Responsibilities

• Provides individual, group, and family therapy in various settings.
• Mentally assesses youth and documents services provided.
• Engages parents/guardians/caregivers in therapeutic activities.
• Works with youth and families in person and via telehealth.
• Intervenes in crises while maintaining staff and youth safety.
• Completes and verifies clinical documentation according to standards.
• Maintains positive relationships with treatment team members and stakeholders.
• Attends and participates in treatment team and staff meetings.
• Engages in peer supervision and consults with schools and CST/IEP meetings.
• Coordinates services with community agencies and collaborates with other providers.
• Maintains knowledge of Montana Medicaid and YBGR's Mental Health Center Licensure rules and regulations.

Qualifications

• Age 21 or older
• Criminal / Child Abuse Clearance: Required (State of Montana)
• Education: Master’s degree in Psychology, Social Work, Counseling, or similar field from an accredited university (60 Credit Hour Program)
• Professional License: Program Therapist 1 - Current Montana SWLC, PCLC, or MFLC; Program Therapist 2 - Current Montana LCSW, LCPC, or MLFT
• Licenses to operate a passenger vehicle

Required Abilities/Skills

• Ability to relate and build rapport with youth and families therapeutically
• Collaboration and cooperation with the treatment team
• Adherence to ethical codes including The Child and Youth Worker Code of Ethics, The National Association of Social Worker Code, and The American Psychological Association Code
• Knowledge of behavior modification and age-appropriate youth development
• Good computer skills and ability to quickly learn new software solutions
• Good judgment and decision-making skills
• Self-motivation, self-discipline, and diligence
• Team-oriented mindset and ability to think collectively
• Values: Faith, Integrity, Relationship, Stewardship