Lighthouse Child & Family Services (LCFS) is seeking motivated and caring Mental Health Therapists (or Clinical Trainees) to join our dynamic School-Linked Behavioral Health (SLBH) team.
Opportunities are available across a range of positions, including Early Childhood Mental Health (ECMH) and elementary-age focused roles in Cambridge, as well as roles serving students of all ages at Woodland Campus in Isanti.
If you are ready to make a difference in the lives of children and their families while growing your career as part of a dynamic and supportive agency, we want to hear from you!
What You’ll Be Doing (Duties/Responsibilities)
- Provide clinical mental health services to students and their families within school district buildings along with in-home and community settings as needed
- Provide individual, family and group psychotherapy or skills training to students and their families
- Complete documentation and data collection in a timely manner
- Demonstrate ability and skills to use EHR system and Microsoft Office products such as Teams and Outlook
- Multitask and collaborate with colleagues while maintaining the ability to work independently, remain organized and maintain client appointments
- Attend school meetings and collaborate with school personnel
- Continue progression towards licensure and follow supervision requirements (if not fully licensed)
- Light cleaning/tidying up your office space as needed
- Other duties as needed to support our clients and team
What You Need (Therapist Requirements/Qualifications)
- An awarded master’s degree in psychology, social work, counseling, marriage and family therapy, or a related behavioral health field.
- Be on the path to LMFT, LPCC, LP, LICSW licensure (or already licensed).
- A reliable car, driver’s license, valid auto insurance, and an acceptable driving record.
- Ability to pass a criminal background check facilitated through MN DHS that may include fingerprinting and photo identification.
Incentives, Perks and Extras LCFS is excited to offer it’s Mental Health Therapists (or Clinical Trainees):
- Student Loan Forgiveness: Certain locations are approved for providers to apply to receive up to $50,000 over two years through the National Health Service Corps
- Free Supervision: Available to pre-licensed providers on track to obtain their LICSW, LMFT, or LPCC licensure ($4,000 – $6,000 annual benefit
- Free Consultation: Access to consultation groups across several professional interest
- CEU Allotments: $300 & 16 paid hours to use towards applicable and required training
- In-house Trainings: Access to free live and pre-recorded trainings ($150 annual benefit)
- Provided Equipment: Technology equipment, office supplies, and furniture will be provided to get you up and running. Your personal touch will then make the space your own and welcoming to your clients
- Flexible Schedules: Flexible schedule options, like reducing working hours during summer months, help staff thrive and balance their professional and personal lives. Workday examples for full-time (40hr/week) staff:
- Five 8-hours workdays
- Four 10-hour workdays
- Four 9-hour workdays and one 4-hour workday
- In-house Operations Staff: Dedicated staff assigned to duties such as intake/referral processing, appointment and waitlist management, client insurance and billing management, and credentialing support.
- Organic Referral Sources: Receive client referrals from existing agency and community partners.
- Dynamic Colleagues & Leadership Team: Work with engaging and adaptable peers who provide guidance, encouragement, and foster collaboration and growth.
- Staff Gatherings & Get-Togethers: Enjoy team-building events with your department, an annual all-staff holiday party, and get-togethers such as Book Club and Crochet Club!
- Employee Wellness Resources & Events: Staff-planned initiatives promoting health and well-being throughout the year.
Compensation and Classification
- Pay Range: $24.50 – $32.69 per hour, depending on qualifications and experience.
- Job Status: Full-time and Part-time options available
- Job Class: Non-exempt (Maximum 40 working hours/week)
Benefit Overview
- Full-time (30+ weekly hours): Medical (4 plans and HSA options available), Paid Time Off (PTO), Ten Paid Holidays, SIMPLE IRA with Employer Match
- Part-time (20+ weekly hours): Dental, Vision, Short-term Disability, Supplemental Life AD&D, Group Accident, Hospital Confinement, Dependent Care Flexible Savings Account
- Other (0-29.99 weekly hours): Earned Sick & Safe Time (ESST)
LCFS is an equal opportunity employer.
