Therapist, MST

Therapist, MST

Join to apply for the Therapist, MST role at Community Solutions, Inc. (CSI). Make a real impact in your community by helping individuals overcome substance abuse and reclaim their lives.

We need a MST Therapist at our Kansas City Office in Overland Park, KS
. You will provide evidence‑based therapeutic interventions to youth, their families, communities, and other key members. You may need to drive within a 90‑minute radius from CSI Kansas City Office and travel to surrounding counties:
Wyandotte, Doniphan, Atchison, Leavenworth, Douglas, Johnson, Miami
.

Multisystemic Therapy typically targets chronic, violent, or substance‑abusing juvenile offenders ages 12–17. Its home‑based therapy design helps overcome barriers, increases family retention, limits therapists to a maximum of six cases, and enhances behavior‑change maintenance.

• Life‑Changing Work:
  Help individuals on parole rebuild their lives and contribute to their communities.
• Trauma‑Informed Approach:
  Ongoing training to support clients with care and compassion.
• Collaborative Environment:
  Work with the Program Director, MST Experts, and external stakeholders.
• Growth Opportunities:
  Training, certification, and professional development in a growing organization.

• Conduct comprehensive assessments of individuals and families to identify presenting problems, strengths, and systemic factors.
• Develop individualized treatment plans based on MST principles.
• Provide direct therapeutic interventions to at‑risk youth and families, and collaborate with key members.
• Implement crisis management strategies for immediate safety concerns.
• Participate in individual and group supervision to enhance clinical skills and ensure MST fidelity.
• Maintain accurate documentation of client progress, session notes, treatment plans, and outcomes.
• Collaborate with other professionals and service providers involved in the client ecosystem.

$50,000–55,000

• Master's degree in Social Work, Counseling, Psychology, or related field. Bachelor's degree considered with experience.
• Valid driver's license and reliable transportation to client homes.
• Must reside within a 90‑minute travel time from the service area.
• Ability to work independently and manage a caseload under program requirements.
• Strong clinical assessment and diagnostic skills, and ability to formulate comprehensive treatment plans.
• Demonstrated commitment to cultural competence and trauma‑informed practice.

• Generous Time Off: 2 weeks vacation first year (3 weeks after 1 year), 7 days sick time, and 4 floating holidays.
• Health & Wellness:
  Medical, dental, voluntary vision, FSA, short‑term disability, accident insurance, hospital coverage, life insurance, AD&D.
• 401(k) Retirement Plan:
  Automatic enrollment and 100% company match up to 4%.
• Professional Development:
  Tuition reimbursement after 1 year, plus ongoing training and certification opportunities.
• Mileage Reimbursement:
  Business‑related travel reimbursement at the current IRS rate.

CSI is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Ready to help others overcome challenges and achieve success? Apply today and be part of a team that transforms lives every day!