Trauma-Informed Child & Family Therapist

Friends of the Children Montana; Missoula (MT); On-site; USD 58,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Life insurance

401(k) with employer match

PTO 4 weeks + holidays

PSLF Eligibility

Job summary

Friends of the Children Montana in Missoula, MT seeks a licensed Therapist to deliver trauma-informed clinical services to youth in the program and their siblings. The therapist works with the Mental Health Center Manager and the care team to provide high-quality, evidence-based treatment and collaborative supports.

You will conduct assessments, therapy, safety planning, and coordinate with schools, caregivers, and community partners while ensuring accurate records and adherence to licensure

Qualifications

• Master’s degree or higher in psychology, social work, counseling, or related field.
• Licensure in Montana or candidates working toward licensure.
• At least 2–3 years of direct experience with children, youth and families.
• Strong understanding of evidence-based practices in mental health treatment.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Actively participate in direct client care, including assessments, therapy and safety planning.
• Provide trauma-informed, person-centered, evidence-based therapy to youth and caregivers.
• Maintain accurate and confidential client records in compliance with legal and ethical standards.
• Coordinate wrap-around services with community partners and caregivers.
• Collaborate with the treatment team to develop coordinated supports and quality improvement initiatives.
• Stay updated on clinical policies, procedures and licensure requirements.

Skills

Trauma-informed care

Child development knowledge

Cultural humility

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Documentation and EHR

Education

Master’s degree or higher in Psychology, Social Work, Counseling, or related field

Tools

Electronic Health Records (EHR)

Job description

Friends of the Children Montana in Missoula, MT seeks a licensed Therapist to deliver trauma-informed clinical services to youth in the program and their siblings. The therapist works with the Mental Health Center Manager and the care team to provide high-quality, evidence-based treatment and collaborative supports.

You will conduct assessments, therapy, safety planning, and coordinate with schools, caregivers, and community partners while ensuring accurate records and adherence to licensure