Licensed Social Worker / Clinical Program Therapist 2

State of Minnesota; Fergus Falls (MN); On-site; USD 60,000 - 88,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hiring incentive $2,500

Job summary

CARE Fergus Falls, part of Direct Care & Treatment, seeks a Social Worker to join our residential treatment team for adults with substance use and co-occurring disorders. You will provide individual and group therapy, advocate for clients, and coordinate aftercare in a supportive, recovery-focused environment.

The role emphasizes collaboration with treatment teams, funding coordination, and developing recovery plans. Minnesota licensure and experience in behavioral health are required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in psychology, social work, behavior analysis, or related field.
• Licensure as a Social Worker in Minnesota required; LGSW/LISW/LICSW preferred.
• One year of post-bachelor’s experience in behavioral health with at least 4 listed activities.

Responsibilities

• Provide individual support and group therapy to promote progress toward treatment goals.
• Advocate for equitable support based on person-centered needs and accommodations.
• Collaborate with clients, treatment teams, county case managers, families, attorneys, and Court liaisons to arrange aftercare.
• Serve as a conduit for funding needs during treatment and aftercare.

Skills

Therapy

Group therapy

Direct care

Advocacy

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in psychology/social work/related field

Master’s degree in psychology/social work/related field with MN license

Job description

Working Title: Licensed Social Worker

Job Class: Clinical Program Therapist 2

Agency: Direct Care and Treatment

This posting was previously announced on 09/10/2026. If you already applied, you do not need to reapply.

• Job ID : 96756

• Location : Fergus Falls

• Telework Eligible : No

• Full/Part Time : Full-Time

• Regular/Temporary : Unlimited

• Who May Apply : Open to all qualified job seekers

• Date Posted : 09/18/2026

• Closing Date : 10/05/2026

• Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit : Direct Care and Treatment / DCT MAPE State Operated Svcs

• Division/Unit : Mental Health & Substance Abuse Treatment Services / CARE Fergus Falls Clinical

• Work Shift/Work Hours : Day Shift / 8:00am-4:30pm; 1 evening/wk 11:30am-8:00pm

• Days of Work : Monday - Friday except every 8th Saturday

• Travel Required : No

• Salary Range: $28.75 - $42.16 / hourly; $60,030 - $88,030 / annually

• Classified Status : Classified

• Bargaining Unit/Union : 214 - MN Assoc of Professional Empl/MAPE

• FLSA Status : Nonexempt

• Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities (https://mn.gov/mmb/careers/diverse-workforce/people-with-disabilities/connect700/) : Yes

Direct Care & Treatment (DCT) is unable to provide sponsorship for work visas. Applicants must be eligible to work in the United States at the start of employment. DCT does not participate in E-Verify.

The work you'll do is more than just a job.

At the State of Minnesota, employees play a critical role in developing policies, providing essential services, and working to improve the well-being and quality of life for all Minnesotans. The State of Minnesota is committed to equity and inclusion, and invests in employees by providing benefits, support resources, and training and development opportunities.

Social Workers may be eligible for a hiring incentive of up to $2,500!

The Community Addiction Recovery Enterprise (CARE) in Fergus Falls, MN is seeking a talented, mission driven, person-centered Social Worker to join our team and make a difference in the lives of others. CARE specializes in providing residential treatment services for adults with substance use and co-occurring disorders. All services are person-centered, building on the individual's interests and capacity for growth, leading to a lifelong process of recovery. Don't miss this excellent opportunity to be part of a great team!

Responsibilities include:

• Provision of individual support and group therapy interventions to promote client progress toward treatment goals.

• Promotion of advocacy and equitable support for all clients based on person-centered needs and relevant accommodations.

• Collaboration with clients and their treatment team, both internally and externally (county case managers, family/personal supports, attorneys, and Court liaisons, etc.) to develop and arrange aftercare plans conducive to recovery.

• Service as a conduit related to funding needs, both while in treatment and as part of aftercare.

Minimum Qualifications

Clinical Program Therapist 2

• Bachelor's degree in psychology, social work, behavior analysis, or related field; and

• Licensure as a Social Worker in the State of Minnesota; and

• One year (1) of post-bachelor's degree experience providing behavioral health services including at least 4 of the 6 activities listed below:

• Providing direct care and therapeutic support to individuals ¿

• Assisting with assessment of behavior health challenges including data collection¿

• Experience leading and/or facilitating educational groups or therapeutic activities with individuals with mental health symptoms¿

• Experience developing or implementing support plans or treatment plans that addresses behavior through adaptations, activities, interventions, education,

• Assisting in planning and hand-off communication of support plans and strategies for supporting individuals upon discharge¿

• Developing/assisting in development of behavioral interventions and recommendations for interdisciplinary staff implementation¿

engagement, and support¿

* Supervised training experience obtained as a part of requirements for a bachelor’s degree program may be counted towards years of experience. (Pre-graduation experience)

OR

• Master’s degree in psychology, social work, behavior analysis, or related field; and

• License/Certification in the State of Minnesota as an LGSW, LISW, or LICSW

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working with clients navigating complex legal issues that span both civil and criminal court systems.

• Experience working with diverse populations and an understanding of cultural dynamics.

• Knowledge of the continuum of care for individuals with substance use and mental health disorders in Minnesota.

Additional Requirements

To facilitate proper crediting, please ensure that your resume clearly describes your experience in the areas listed and indicates the beginning and ending month and year for each job held.

REFERENCE/BACKGROUND CHECKS – Direct Care & Treatment will conduct reference checks to verify job-related credentials and criminal background check prior to appointment.

Direct Care & Treatment (DCT) healthcare facilities require employees to provide documentation that they are free from tuberculosis (TB) through a blood test prior to employment. DCT does not accept TB skin testing.

AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Minnesota State Colleges and Universities is an Equal Opportunity employer/educator committed to the principles of diversity. We prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their race, sex, color, creed, religion, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or membership in a local commission as defined by law. As an affirmative action employer, we actively seek and encourage applications from women, minorities, persons with disabilities, and individuals with protected veteran status.

Reasonable accommodations will be made to all qualified applicants with disabilities. If you are an individual with a disability who needs assistance or cannot access the online job application system, please contact the job information line at 651-259-3637 or email [e-mail] . Please indicate what assistance is needed.