Lead Trauma Therapist for Youth & Family Programs

Youth & Family Services; Rapid City (SD); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

Long-term disability

Life insurance

Paid holidays

Paid vacation

Sick leave

401K

Job summary

Youth & Family Services (YFS) in Rapid City, SD is seeking a Lead Mental Health Therapist to supervise clinical staff and oversee trauma-related programs. The role encompasses range of clinical supervision, program budgeting, and collaboration with community resources.

The incumbent will deliver trauma-focused therapies to youth and families, maintain HIPAA compliance, and coordinate training and program evaluation.

Qualifications

• Master's degree with licensure in social work or professional counseling.
• Title 19 certification necessary.
• Background in crisis intervention; alcohol & drug abuse prevention and counseling.
• Experience with youth and family systems; community networking; and public relations.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and flexible hours.
• Trained in TF-CBT (Trauma Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy).
• TB test required; current driver's license and insurance required.

Responsibilities

• Supervise Mental Health Therapists and lead clinical meetings.
• Oversee the Youth Trauma Project reporting, productivity, data collection and evaluation.
• Ensure compliance with HIPAA and Performance standards.
• Assist in developing and managing the program budget and expenses.
• Coordinate counseling services including screening, assessment and therapy.
• Coordinate trauma trainings for staff and community stakeholders.
• Represent the agency in network committees and trauma resources development.
• Provide individual, group and family trauma-focused counseling to youth and families.
• Develop community referrals network for appropriate clients and case management.

Skills

Crisis intervention

Youth & family systems

Public relations

Community networking

Confidentiality

TF-CBT

Team leadership

Trauma-informed care

Education

Master's degree with licensure (SW or professional counselor)

Title 19 certification

Tools

TB test

Driver's license

Vehicle liability insurance

Job description

Youth & Family Services (YFS) in Rapid City, SD is seeking a Lead Mental Health Therapist to supervise clinical staff and oversee trauma-related programs. The role encompasses range of clinical supervision, program budgeting, and collaboration with community resources.

The incumbent will deliver trauma-focused therapies to youth and families, maintain HIPAA compliance, and coordinate training and program evaluation.