Residential Therapist-Full or Part Time

Social Worker / Therapist : Full or Part-Time

We are seeking to hire an experienced and dedicated Mental Health Therapist to provide mental health care for children and adolescents aged 10-17. We are open to LBSW, LMSW, and LCSW.

The Ranch is unlike any place you have worked! We are a place of hope and healing where children with psychiatric and behavioral issues find professional care, compassionate expertise, and new possibilities. In short, we help the kids no one else can become the best version of themselves. If you want to make a difference in the lives of children and their families, join our team!

The Ranch provides free supervision hours for those pursuing licensure.

Additional therapeutic modality training paid for by the Ranch.

Responsibilities :

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

• Provide evidence-based services to help youth meet their goals.
• Work with a professional, multi-disciplinary team to coordinate and collaborate on services.
• Conduct individual, family, and group therapy.
• Communicate and document services, care, and treatment.
• Complete assessments and regularly evaluate the effectiveness and outcomes of techniques.
• See the treatment plan unfold and help children in real time.

Are part-time hours a better fit for your work / life balance?

Part-time Therapists experience :

Starting Wage : Competitive salary, dependent on licensure and experience

Qualifications :

The successful applicant must :

Why choose Dakota Boys and Girls Ranch?

Our clinical team carries smaller caseloads that allow us to build relationships with the clients as we are able to see them multiple times each week in group and individual sessions. We are able to work directly with the Care Team to influence the environment leading to goal achievement.

Dakota Boys and Girls Ranch 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 flourish professionally as they work alongside a group of compassionate, practiced experts who provide care for children and adolescents with complex behavioral health issues.

Our Culture of Purpose

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 and find creative solutions to ensure each child reaches their goals.

Our Culture of Caring

Take comfort in working in a faith-based organization that believes employees must take care of themselves and be able to help others become their best selves.

Our Culture of Learning

Continue your professional development through mentoring and support from our practiced experts. Share your expertise by advising and guiding the development of others.

Benefits :

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

We can't wait to hear from you!