Residential Therapist

Child Saving Institute; Council Bluffs (IA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental and vision insurance options

Paid vacation and sick accruals starting day one

401(k) matching up to 5%

10 paid holidays per year

Referral Bonuses

Tuition reimbursement

Discounted, on-site childcare tuition

Paid leave for birthing and non-birthing parents

NO NIGHTS AND NO WEEKENDS

Job summary

Child Saving Institute (CSI) in Council Bluffs is looking for a compassionate Therapist to join their Residential Services Department. This role involves providing individual, family, and group therapy to empower children and families through evidence-based, trauma-informed care.

Qualified candidates need a Master’s Degree or higher along with a PLMHP. Benefits include health insurance, paid vacation, 401(k) matching, and no night or weekend work. Join CSI and contribute to a culture focused on child welfare!

Qualifications

• Provisionally Licensed Mental Health Practitioner (PLMHP) is required.
• Minimum 1 year of experience in therapy with children and families.
• Collaborative and eager to create therapeutic experiences.

Responsibilities

• Provide individual, family, and group therapy services.
• Empower children and families through evidence-based interventions.
• Promote optimal mental and emotional health in a residential setting.

Skills

Provisionally Licensed Mental Health Practitioner (PLMHP)

Experience in providing therapy to children and families

Ability to maintain confidentiality and boundaries

Collaborative mindset

Understanding of individual developmental stages

Education

Master's Degree or Higher

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: Children Square Campus - Council Bluffs, IA 51503

About CSI

Our story begins in Omaha in 1892, when, due to epidemics, poverty and the difficulties of pioneer life, many children were left in need of parental care. CSI met the need in a revolutionary way – putting the well‑being of children first and working to be a voice for the voiceless. We seek to champion children and families by providing the mental, emotional and physical spaces they need to feel empowered and to thrive.

Child Saving Institute (CSI) is looking for someone who is empathetic, passionate, and has a heart‑filled desire to work closely with families!

Responsibilities

As a Therapist in our Residential Services Department at our Pedicatric Medical Institute for Children, you’ll be an essential part of our team. Your responsibilities include providing individual, family, and group therapy services. In short, the Therapist will empower children and families by promoting optimal mental and emotional health through evidence‑based therapeutic interventions and trauma‑informed care in a residential setting.

Qualifications & Competencies

• Provisionally Licensed Mental Health Practitioner (PLMHP)
• Master's Degree or Higher (Required)
• Collaborative and eager to create therapeutic experiences that promote growth and healing.
• Observant of individual developmental stages and growth of children.
• Able to maintain confidentiality and boundaries at all times.
• Experienced in providing therapy to children and families (1 year minimum, including internships).
• Eligible to participate in Medicaid and private insurance provider panels.

Bonus Points

• Familiarity with evidence‑based practices such as Parent‑Child Interaction Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or Circle of Security.
• Experience with the child welfare system.

What You’ll Get

• Medical, dental and vision insurance options
• Paid vacation and sick accruals starting day one
• 401(k) matching up to 5% and fully vested right away
• 10 paid holidays per year
• Referral Bonuses
• Tuition reimbursement
• Discounted, on‑site childcare tuition
• Birthing (up to 6 weeks) & non‑birthing (up to 2 weeks) leave at full pay
• NO NIGHTS AND NO WEEKENDS
• The opportunity to be a part of a forward‑thinking culture!

Child Saving Institute (CSI) is committed to the full inclusion of all individuals and takes steps to ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations.