CLINICIAN - FULLY LICENSED - LH

Volunteers of America Northern Rockies; Sheridan (WY); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Volunteers of America Northern Rockies seeks a dedicated Clinician to provide and coordinate clinical and education-based treatment services at Life House in Sheridan, WY. The role requires licensure or eligibility per Wyoming standards and emphasizes person-centered care within an exempt, full-time framework.

The position reports to the Lead Clinician or Clinic Director, with a day shift schedule that may include evenings and on-call rotations, and up to 25% travel as needed.

Qualifications

• Fully certified as a CSW, CAP, or CAPA or eligible for licensure.
• PhD or Master in Counseling, Clinical Social Work, or related field from CACREP/CORE/CSWE accredited program.

Responsibilities

• Provide mental health and substance abuse evaluations with reports.
• Offer individual counseling and group education sessions.
• Maintain timely and accurate clinical documentation.
• Support daytime and after-hours on-call coverage.
• Coordinate services with staff and referrals to support patient care.

Skills

Effective communication

Time management

Confidentiality

Team collaboration

MS Office & Zoom

Education

Master's or PhD in Counseling/Social Work

CACREP/CORE/CSWE accredited program

Tools

Microsoft Suite

Zoom

Job description

Job Details: Job Location: Life House - Sheridan, WY 82801, Position Type: Full-time, Education Level: 4 Year Degree, Travel Percentage: Up to 25%, Job Shift: Day, Clinician

Classification: Exempt

Reports to: Lead Clinician or Clinic Director

Date: December 2025

Each day at Volunteers of America, we strive to exemplify our foundational pillar of Servant Leadership and Cultural Values of Communication, Compassion, Integrity, Respect, and Excellence.

At VOA, we are committed to providing opportunities that help staff grow and enhance their skill sets. As part of this commitment, we invest in on-the-job training to prepare employees for their new positions and offer professional development opportunities, coaching, and career pathways to promote our culture of helping staff advance their careers throughout the organization.

JOB DESCRIPTION

Summary/Objective

The Clinician provides and coordinates clinical and education-based treatment services throughout an individual's treatment. Ensures treatment practices are in accordance with accreditation and organizational standards, and are aligned with person-centered care.

Essential Functions

• Provides comprehensive mental health and substance abuse evaluations, prepares detailed reports with findings and recommendations, and ensures timely completion of all clinical documentation, including psychosocial histories, assessments, treatment plans, admission/ discharge summaries, other chart-related documents, and correspondence for assigned patientsProvide individual counseling and facilitate educational and counseling groups as assigned; accurately and promptly chart these activities in patient records
• Support with daytime on-call and after hours on-call support, as needed
• Understand and enforce expectations and policies related to patient care
• Maintain patient confidentiality
• Strive to increase professional growth and effectiveness through training and by keeping abreast of current trends and theories in relevant areas
• Assist patients in understanding and completing therapeutic change objective-driven treatment plans
• Work cooperatively with necessary staff members, other community resources, and referral sources to coordinate services to patients
• To ensure the smooth functioning of clinic operations, the certified clinician will attend staff meetings, supervisory conferences, and clinical supervision

Competencies

• Effective communicator; assertive when necessary
• Ethical practice
• Highly confidential
• Calm under pressure and in crisis
• Interacts with patients and team members in a professional manner
• Demonstrate exceptional time management skills to stay organized and meet tight deadlines
• Continuous demonstration of behaviors aligned with a posture of servant leadership and our cultural values
• Proficient in the use of computer software programs, including but not limited to Microsoft Suite and Zoom.

Supervisory Responsibility

This position has no direct supervisory responsibilities but may serve as a coach and mentor for other positions in the organization.

Work Environment

This job operates in a residential treatment facility or an outpatient clinic setting. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as laptops, photocopiers, and smartphones.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here represent those that an employee must meet to perform the essential functions of this job successfully.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and the ability to adjust focus. This position would require lifting files, opening filing cabinets, bending or stooping as necessary, and performing work at a computer for extended periods.

Position Type/Expected Hours of Work

This is a full-time position; the schedule includes evenings, weekends, and on-call rotational work.

Travel

Minimal travel is expected for this position.

Required Education, Experience, or Eligibility Qualifications

• Fully certified as a CSW, CAP, or CAPA through the Wyoming Mental Health Professions Licensing Board, or eligible for licensure if current certification is out-of-state.
• Ph.D. or Master's degree in Counseling, Clinical Social Work, or related field from a Council for Accreditation of Counseling and Related Educational Programs. (CACREP), Council on Rehabilitation Education (CORE) or Council on Social Work Education (CSWE) accredited program in counseling
• Meet qualifications required for a substance abuse professional, Clinician, or assistant by the State of Wyoming's Division of Behavioral Health Standards for the Operation of Community Mental Health and Substance Abuse Programs

Preferred Education and Experience

• Five years of post-certification clinical experience, with some of this experience directly related to serving persons with addiction disorders: alcohol, drugs, and gambling

EEO Statement

Volunteers of America Northern Rockies is committed to equal opportunity for all, regardless of race, religion, color, national origin, citizenship, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, veteran status, disability, genetic information, or any other protected characteristics. Volunteers of America Northern Rockies will make reasonable accommodations for known physical or mental limitations of otherwise qualified employees and applicants with disabilities unless the accommodation would impose an undue hardship on the operation of our business. If you are interested in applying for an employment opportunity and need a reasonable accommodation according to the ADA, please get in touch with us at 307-672-0475.