Outpatient Therapist

Dakota Family Services is a community-based mental health clinic serving children, adolescents, and adults across the state of North Dakota. Our team has a passion for community mental health, by using multi-disciplinary, evidence-based approach as we walk alongside our patients and help them create better lives. Our team provides fully present care to our patients through honest and open communication to meet their individual needs. 

Join Our Team:

We are seeking an experienced and dedicated Therapist as we expand our outpatient clinic in Fargo, ND.

Starting Wage: $64,000-80,000 DOE with option to have on-demand daily pay

Responsibilities:

Walk alongside patients during their mental health journey and advocate for them by connecting them with the resources they need to accomplish their mental health goals.

• Provide evidence-based services to help patients meet their treatment goals.
• Conduct therapy, groups, and family therapy when clinically indicated.
• Provide client diagnosis as appropriate, using the DSM-V, and in consultation with psychology or psychiatry providers as necessary to coordinate patient care. 
• Provide integrated services by communicating and documenting services, care, and treatment. 
• Modify the patient's treatment plan as needed to meet their therapeutic needs. 

Minimum qualifications/education: 

• Must be licensed as an LPCC, LCSW, or LMSW in North Dakota, or be able to obtain licensure in North Dakota.
• Master's or doctorate degree required.  
• Must have an insurable driving record to be able to drive agency vehicles.

Why choose Dakota Family Services?

Dakota Family Services cultivates a culture of purpose, caring, and learning. The accepting and compassionate work environment unites employees around a common mission. Staff are encouraged to learn new things, share new ideas, and explore alternatives. The warm, collaborative, and inviting work environment supports teamwork, trust, and positive relationships. Our behavioral health providers continue to professionally flourish as they work alongside a group of compassionate, practiced experts providing outpatient care for children and adolescents with complex behavioral health issues.

Our Culture of Purpose is exemplified by idealism and altruism. We are tolerant, compassionate, and respectful people trying to do good for the long-term future of children and families. The ideal applicant must have a passion for providing care for children and adolescents with complex behavioral health issues, be devoted to promoting the needs of youth and families, and be willing to advocate for resources to ensure each patient reaches their goals.

Our Culture of Caring is built on relationships and mutual trust. We are warm, welcoming, collaborative, and supportive of each other. We are united by loyalty, and leaders emphasize sincerity, teamwork, and positive relationships. We respect all voices, cultures, and perspectives. We treat all with dignity. At Dakota Family Services, you will work in a faith-based organization that believes employees must care for themselves before they can help others become their best selves. Work flexible, daytime clinic hours (Mon-Fri). Paid time off accrual begins immediately.

Our Culture of Learning is exemplified by exploration, expansiveness, and creativity. We are inventive and open-minded, explore alternatives, and encourage new ideas. We are united by curiosity; leaders emphasize innovation, knowledge, and adventure. We own our mistakes, learn from them, and move on. At Dakota Family Services, you can continue your professional development through mentoring and support from our practiced experts. And, share your expertise by advising and guiding the development of others.

Benefits: 

As we support treatments that care for others, we also care for our team member’s professional and personal growth and well-being. 

• 403(b) Retirement Savings Plan with 100% employer match up to 5%
• Medical and Dental Insurance. Employees participate in the cost of premiums and have the option of purchasing additional coverage for dependents
• Health Savings Account with a $125/month employer contribution if enrolled in the Ranch’s Medical plan 
• Employer-Paid Life Insurance and Long-Term Disability Insurance policies
• Employee Assistance Program through Telus Health
• Generous Paid Time Off (accrual based on hours worked)
• Seven paid holidays each year
• Dependent Care Flex Spending Account 
• Voluntary Vision Insurance, Short-Term Disability, and Term Life Insurance
• 20% discount on items at all Ranch Thrift Store locations
• STAR leadership program
• Free meals at the cafeteria while on shift
• Work Today, Get Paid Today option

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