Clinical Therapist – School-Based Services; Children, Adolescents & Families

Full-Time or Part-Time (School-Year or Year-Round Options Available)

On-site at Lutheran School Campus (Pre-K–12) and Telehealth, Sioux Falls office

Director of Counseling Services / Clinical Supervisor

The Clinical Therapist provides professional mental health counseling services to children, adolescents, and families within a Lutheran school setting serving students from Pre‑Kindergarten through High School. This role integrates evidence-based clinical practice with a compassionate, developmentally appropriate, and Christ‑centered approach that aligns with Lutheran theology and the mission of the school.

• Provide individual counseling to students across developmental stages (Pre‑K–12)
• Provide family counseling and parent consultations
• Conduct assessments, treatment planning, and progress evaluation
• Address anxiety, depression, behavioral challenges, trauma, grief, and executive functioning concerns
• Maintain accurate and compliant clinical documentation
• Collaborate with teachers, administrators, and staff as appropriate
• Participate in consultation meetings with proper consent
• Support school staff with mental health awareness guidance
• Uphold FERPA and HIPAA standards

• Provide services aligned with Lutheran theology and Christian values
• Integrate faith into counseling when appropriate and desired

• Participate in supervision as required
• Maintain licensure and continuing education
• Adhere to ethical guidelines
• Attend meetings and trainings as required

• Master’s degree in Counseling, Social Work, MFT
• Active clinical license
• Experience with children/adolescents
• Strong communication and collaboration skills

• School-based counseling experience
• Play therapy or trauma-informed training
• Familiarity with ADHD/executive functioning
• Experience in faith-based settings
• LCMS affiliation (preferred, not required)

Competitive compensation based on licensure and experience. Benefits may include insurance, retirement, CEU support, and paid time off.

This position supports Lutheran education by providing compassionate, professional mental health care that reflects Christ’s love and Lutheran values.