Dialectical Behavior Therapist (DBT)

Sagent Behavioral Health; Mankato (MN); On-site; USD 68,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision

401k, Long Term Disability, Short Term Disability and Life Insurance

Flexible scheduling

Free attendance for internal CEUs

Job summary

A leading behavioral health organization in Mankato is seeking a DBT Therapist to design and implement treatment reflective of patient needs. The role offers either an onsite or hybrid working model and involves leading DBT groups, conducting assessments, and providing ongoing therapy. The ideal candidate will hold an unrestricted mental health license and may have DBT experience. Offers competitive compensation between $68,000 and $75,000 for licensed individuals, with benefits including medical, 401k, and flexible scheduling.

Qualifications

• Must meet Mental Health Professional standards as per Minnesota State Statute.
• DBT experience is strongly preferred.
• Open to unlicensed candidates depending on experience.

Responsibilities

• Participate in virtual DBT Consultation team.
• Complete mental health diagnostic assessments on new patients.
• Provide ongoing therapy to patients.
• Help lead weekly DBT Groups.
• Maintain organized electronic health records.
• Coordinate care and collaborate with professionals.

Skills

Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)

Mental Health Assessment

Electronic Health Records Management

Education

Unrestricted license (LMFT, LPCC, LICSW, or LP)

Job description

Brief Description

Job Title: DBT Therapist

Location: 201 N Broad St #200, Mankato, MN 56001

Working Model: Onsite or hybrid

Employee Type: Full-Time or Part-Time

At Sagent Behavioral Health, we believe profound change is possible. As one of the largest behavioral health organizations in the Midwest—with 2,000+ team members across 80+ locations in five states—we offer the stability and resources to help you thrive.

Backed by more than 100 years of combined behavioral health experience, Sagent brings together the trusted legacies of Ellie Mental Health, LifeWorks, Nystrom & Associates, Psychiatric Associates, Sandhill Counseling & Consultation, and Vantage Point.

Here, you'll find a supportive, inclusive culture where you can hone your skills, collaborate with a fantastic team, and build a rewarding career focused on what matters most: helping others find hope. Guided by our HOPE values—Humility, Optimism, People-Centered, and Ethical Practice—we provide manageable caseloads, flexible schedules, and compensation options that work for you—from salary to production-based models.

As a DBT Therapist at Sagent Behavioral Health, you will participate in Minnesota’s leading adherent DBT program certified by the Department of Human Services (DHS). Working alongside a team of DBT‑Linehan Board Certified Clinicians, you will design and implement treatment/interventions reflective of identified patient needs. DBT Clinicians carry a caseload of both DBT and Outpatient Therapy clients.

Full Time Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision
• 401k, Long Term Disability, Short Term Disability and Life Insurance
• Reasonable caseload expectations and flexible scheduling
• Comfortable offices and clinic environment
• Free attendance for internal CEUs

Responsibilities

• Be part of a virtual DBT Consultation team, participate in all components of adherent DBT treatment, and attend monthly trainings facilitated by DBT teammates.
• Complete a mental health diagnostic assessment on new patients.
• Provide high quality ongoing therapy with patients.
• Help lead weekly DBT Groups.
• Maintain complete and organized outpatient electronic health records.
• Ensure appropriate coordination of care for patients and collaboration with other professionals.
• Attend and participate in all clinical staff meetings including case and peer reviews.

Requirements

• Mental Health Professional as per Minnesota State Statute 245i.04.02 regulations.
• Unrestricted license (LMFT, LPCC, LICSW, or LP).
• Open to considering unlicensed candidates depending on experience.
• Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) experience strongly preferred but not required.

Compensation

We offer multiple pay options to meet your professional and financial goals!

Salary

• Licensed: $68,000 – $75,000
• Pre‑licensed: $50,000 – $55,000

Commission Based

• Licensed: $66,000 – $124,000
• Pre‑licensed: $58,000 – $91,000
• Actual compensation may be determined by various factors such as education, experience, skillset, internal equity, schedule and/or location.
• Employees in these positions are W2.

Sagent Behavioral Health is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.