Family Therapist -Juvenile Counseling Services

Lutheran Social Services of South Dakota; Sioux Falls (SD); On-site; USD 52,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hiring bonus

PTO 24 hours frontload

8 paid holidays

401(k) 3% match

Health insurance (BCBS) with HSA/FSA

Dental and Vision plans

Life insurance

Career development

Job summary

Lutheran Social Services of South Dakota is seeking a Family Therapist for the LSS Behavioral Health-JJRI program in Sioux Falls, SD. This full-time, in-office role requires a Master’s degree in Counseling/Social Work or related field, with FFT responsibilities to support at-risk youth and families.

The position includes a $600 hiring bonus for external candidates, PTO frontload, holidays, 401(k) match, multiple health plans with HSA/FSA, and career development opportunities.

Qualifications

• Masters degree in Counseling, Social Work, or related Human Services field.
• Open to Master’s Level Interns in their final internships.
• Must be at least 21 years old and able to complete orientation training.

Responsibilities

• Provide Functional Family Therapy (FFT) services to at-risk youth and their families.
• Strengthen family communication, reduce conflict, and promote healthy home environment.
• Complete assessments, treatment planning, case documentation, and other required records in a timely and accurate manner.

Skills

FFT experience

Education

Masters degree in Counseling/Social Work or related field

Job description

LSS Behavioral Health-JJRI program seeks a Family Therapist with a heart for youth and families.

If you would like to be part of a dynamic team that makes a difference in the community, we invite you to apply.

#YouareLSS

HOURS: Full-time, 40 hours a week. Monday through Friday, varied schedule.

Onsite/In-Office Positions Available In:
Sioux Falls, SD., Travel is required. Mileage reimbursement.

SALARY: Dependent on experience and qualifications.

BENEFITS: LSS is proud to offer a wide range of benefits to qualifying full-time employees. We support you with opportunities to help live balanced, healthy lives. Benefits are designed to meet needs of today and into the future.

• $600 hiring bonus* external candidates only
• PTO Time Frontload Up to 24 Hours for benefit-eligible employees
• 8 Paid Holidays
• 401(k) 3% match
• Four Wellmark BCBS medical plan options, with HSA & FSA options
• Dental and Vision plans
• Employer paid life insurance to provide support for your family in the event of death
• Career development opportunities, hands-on training, and mentorship
• Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Eligibility

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Provide Functional Family Therapy (FFT) services to at-risk youth and their families. Strengthen family communication, reduce conflict, and promote healthy, supportive home environment. Help youth recognize harmful thinking patterns and improving decision-making skills and developing positive coping strategies. Supports emotional well-being, trauma recovery, and behavior change through evidence-based therapeutic practices. LSS will provide training in the evidence-based model and program-specific requirement. Participate in required training, supervision, and ongoing professional development activities. Complete assessments, treatment planning, case documentation, and other required records in a timely and accurate manner.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Masters Degree in Counseling, Social Work, or related Human Services field. Will accept applications from Master’s Level Interns in their final Internships.

• Must be at least 21 years old and able to complete orientation training according to agency program standards.
• Requires active auto-insurance, a valid driver’s license or the ability to obtain one with approved driver status.
• Must successfully complete all agency background checks, which include checks for criminal convictions, behavior harmful towards children, spousal abuse, and drug or sex crimes.

LSS Expectations & Core Values

At LSS, we are committed to upholding the following values in all aspects of our work:

Compassionate – We engage with empathy and provide non-judgmental services.
Appreciative – We recognize and develop the strengths of our clients and employees.
Respectful – We build professional and collaborative relationships with clients, partners, and colleagues.
Ethical – We uphold high standards of integrity and quality in all actions.
Strategic – We anticipate and respond proactively to community needs.

LSS is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.

Please note: As part of our hiring process and to meet accreditation requirements, applicants will be asked to complete a prescreen questionnaire.

*Hiring bonus available to external candidates only.