Family Therapist -Youth Treatment at Lutheran Social Service of South Dakota (LSSSD)

Join a Mission-Driven Team

 "Are you passionate about promoting safety, stability, and connection for children and youth in South Dakota?"

LSS seeks a Therapist with a heart for youth and families. If you would like to be part of a dynamic team that makes a difference in the community, we invite you to apply. #YouareLSS

HOURS: Full-time, 40 hours a week. Monday through Friday, varied schedule.

SALARY: Dependent on experience and qualifications 

BENEFITS: LSS is proud to offer a wide range of benefits to qualifying part-time and full-time employees. We support you with opportunities to help live balanced, healthy lives. Benefits are designed to meet needs of today and into the future.

• $600 hiring bonus*
• 401K Match  
• Paid Time Off & Holidays 
• Comprehensive medical, dental and vision plans with HSA & FSA options
• Including a comprehensive $1 monthly premium for a $5,000 coinsurance plan (full-time, single coverage) for 2025 coverage.

RESPONSIBILITIES: Provide Treatment Needs Assessments and evidence-based groups for at-risk youth. Complete assessments and corresponding documentation. Provide Functional Family Therapy if needed. LSS provides training for client treatment modalities. Through a team effort, analyze information collected to determine appropriateness of service or referral to other specialists or institutions. Communicate relevant client therapy issues to residential or out-patient team. 

 QUALIFICATIONS: 

• Must be licensed or certified in respective field of practice (i.e. ACT or LAC).
• Preferred: Master’s degree in counseling, social work, or currently in a Master’s program. 
• Must successfully complete all agency background checks, which include checks for criminal convictions, behavior harmful towards children, spousal abuse, and drug or sex crimes.
• Must be at least 21 years old and able to complete orientation training according to agency program standards.
• Must have a valid driver’s license or the ability to obtain one for approved driver status.

LSS Expectations & Core Values

At LSS, we are committed to upholding the following values in all aspects of our work:

Compassionate – We engage with empathy and provide non-judgmental services.
Appreciative – We recognize and develop the strengths of our clients and employees.
Respectful – We build professional and collaborative relationships with clients, partners, and colleagues.
Ethical – We uphold high standards of integrity and quality in all actions.
Strategic – We anticipate and respond proactively to community needs.

LSS is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.

 *Hiring bonus available to external candidates only. 

Please note: As part of our hiring process and to meet accreditation requirements, applicants will be asked to complete a prescreen questionnaire.