Therapist III

TURNWELL MENTAL HEALTH OF SOUTH DAKOTA PC; Yankton (SD); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

MWI Health in Yankton, SD is seeking a Licensed Mental Health Therapist to help individuals, couples, and families achieve meaningful change within a collaborative, multidisciplinary team. The role emphasizes clinical autonomy, professional growth, teamwork, and work-life balance in a patient-centered environment.

The ideal candidate holds an active license and a Master’s degree in a behavioral health field, with strong assessment and documentation skills and a commitment to evidence-based care.

Qualifications

• Active, unrestricted licensure as an LCSW, LAC, CAC, LPC, LMFT, LMHC, or equivalent state license.
• Master’s degree or higher in Counseling, Social Work, Marriage and Family Therapy, Psychology, or related field.
• Strong clinical assessment, treatment planning, and documentation skills.

Responsibilities

• Conduct biopsychosocial assessments and diagnostic evaluations.
• Develop individualized treatment plans based on patient needs and goals.
• Provide evidence-based psychotherapy services.
• Facilitate individual, family, couples, and group therapy sessions.
• Monitor patient progress and adjust treatment plans as indicated.
• Complete timely and accurate clinical documentation.
• Coordinate care with psychiatric, primary care, school and community resources.
• Maintain compliance with ethical, legal, and regulatory standards.
• Participate in clinical consultations and treatment team meetings.
• Contribute to a positive, patient-centered clinical environment.

Skills

Mental health licensure

Clinical assessment

Documentation skills

Communication

Education

Master’s degree in behavioral health

Job description

Job DetailsJob Location: Yankton - Yankton, SD 57078At MWI Health, we believe exceptional mental health care starts with exceptional clinicians. We are seeking a Licensed Mental Health Therapist who is passionate about helping individuals, couples, and families achieve meaningful change while working within a collaborative, multidisciplinary team. If you are looking for a practice environment that values clinical autonomy, professional growth, teamwork, and work-life balance, we would love to meet you.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive biopsychosocial assessments and diagnostic evaluations
• Develop individualized treatment plans based on patient needs and goals
• Provide evidence-based psychotherapy services
• Facilitate individual, family, couples, and group therapy sessions as appropriate
• Monitor patient progress and adjust treatment plans as clinically indicated
• Complete timely and accurate clinical documentation
• Coordinate care with psychiatric providers, primary care providers, schools, and community resources when appropriate
• Maintain compliance with ethical, legal, and regulatory standards
• Participate in clinical consultation and treatment team meetings
• Contribute to a positive, patient-centered clinical environment

Qualifications

• Active, unrestricted licensure as an LCSW, LAC, CAC, LPC, LMFT, LMHC, or equivalent state-recognized mental health license
• Master’s degree or higher in Counseling, Social Work, Marriage and Family Therapy, Psychology, or a related behavioral health field
• Strong clinical assessment, treatment planning, and documentation skills
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities
• Commitment to providing compassionate, evidence-based care

Preferred

• Experience in outpatient behavioral health
• Experience treating children, adolescents, and adults
• Group therapy or Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP) experience for substance use
• Substance use treatment experienceFamiliarity with electronic health record systems
• Bilingual candidates encouraged to apply