Clinical Therapist

Overview

Position Title:

Clinical Therapist - )

Organization:
Montana Department of Corrections, Flathead Valley Reentry Center (FVRC), Kalispell, MT

The Montana Department of Corrections is creating a safer Montana through Accountability, Rehabilitation and Empowerment. The FVRC plays an integral role in providing structure and accountability while supporting success for residents returning to their community. The Clinical Therapist will serve as a key member of the facility’s treatment and programming team by delivering evidence-based services to meet the mental health needs of residents.

• Provide clinical assessments, evaluations, diagnoses, therapeutic groups and individual sessions; conduct emergency evaluations and management; provide clinical consultations, observations, and referrals as needed.
• Coordinate with facility case managers for discharge planning and connection to community-based services.
• Manage case files and records for residents in treatment for mental and emotional illness.

• Master’s degree in social work, psychology, or counseling.
• 1 year of job-related experience.
• Licensed or eligible to be licensed as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) or Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC) by the State of Montana.

• Resume
• State of Montana Application

Materials submitted but not requested will not be considered; please ensure attachments are marked as RELEVANT.

Background screens may include criminal records check, abuse registries, and reference checks.

Salary: $36.05 - $38.05 hourly

Telework Eligibility:
Not Telework Eligible

Benefits Package Eligibility:
Health Insurance, Paid Leave & Holidays, Retirement Plan

• Number of Openings: 1
• Employee Status:
  Regular
• Schedule:
  
  Full-Time
• Job Type: Standard
• Shift: Day
• Travel:
  Yes, 5% of the time
• Primary
  
  Location:
  
  Kalispell
• Agency:
  Department of Corrections
• Posting Date:
  Jan 26, 2026;
  Closing Date:
  Feb 17, 2026

Contact:
Paula Plattner | paula.plattner |

The State of Montana is an equal opportunity employer. Reasonable accommodations are available in the application or hiring process. Montana Job Service Offices provide additional assistance with submitting applications.