Trauma-Informed School Therapist (Day Program)

Children

Rapid City (SD)

On-site

USD 55,000 - 69,000

Full time

10 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Work-Life Balance

Comprehensive Benefits

Tuition/Reimbursement

Competitive Compensation

Paid Time Off

Retirement Plan

Referral Bonuses

Job summary

Children’s Home Society of South Dakota is seeking a Therapeutic Day School Therapist to support students’ emotional, behavioral, social, and relational functioning within the school day. The role collaborates with families, school staff, and districts to integrate therapeutic supports and guide students toward educational success.

The position offers a comprehensive benefits package, competitive compensation with raises, and opportunities for licensure advancement.

Qualifications

Master’s degree in counseling or a related field.
Experience providing mental health or therapeutic services to children and adolescents.
Eligible for or pursuing relevant professional licensure.

Responsibilities

Provides individual therapy to assigned students and group/interventions in classrooms.
Supports students in developing therapeutic skills across school settings.
Assesses social-emotional and behavioral needs and informs planning.
Collaborates with school staff, families, and districts to integrate therapy.
Maintains clinical documentation and participates in program development.

Education

Master’s degree in counseling, social work, psychology, marriage and family therapy, or another related behavioral health or human services discipline

Graduate-level education or specialized training related to child and adolescent mental health, trauma, behavioral health, or therapeutic educational services

Eligible for or actively pursuing appropriate professional licensure