Licensed Clinician

Secure Detention Clinician

The Secure Detention Clinician is responsible for using evidence‑based treatment modalities and assessment tools to be used by the court and to develop a behavioral management plan for youth in care. The goal of the position is to implement clinical treatment plans by facilitating case management services, individual and/or family counseling sessions.

• Builds therapeutic relationships, working with youth one on one and with their families.
• Utilizes assessment tools to develop behavior management plans for youth in care.
• Implements evidence based clinical models to provide counseling for youth in care and their families to build skills for when they are discharged from our services.
• Other related activities may be performed although not listed.

• Ability to implement change including ability to help youth progress towards discharge goals.
• Demonstrated written and verbal communication skills required including listening and consultation skills.
• Demonstrated organizational, time management and prioritization skills required.
• Demonstrated computer literacy skills including MS Office suite and other database programs.
• Ability to provide and practice trauma‑informed care services and modalities by actively using empathy and understanding in treatment of individuals or other tasks assigned.
• Ability to handle confidential and sensitive information with extreme discretion, demonstrated knowledge of HIPAA regulations, and an understanding of agency policies and ethics.
• Ability to work independently as well as in a team environment in a fast‑paced culture; must be able to adapt to a changing environment.
• Ability to work with economically and culturally diverse population.

• LMSW, LMHC, LMFT, or LCAT required.
• Minimum of a Master’s degree in Social Work, or Mental Health Counseling or related field.
• Minimum 1–2 years of clinical experience working with the population served.
• Knowledge of juvenile justice systems preferred.
• Must have a clean valid driver’s license and reliable vehicle.

Together for Youth is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate based on age, race, creed, color, national origin, sexual orientation, military status, sex, pregnancy, gender identity or expression, disability, marital status, or any other basis covered by appropriate law. We are committed to fostering an inclusive, equitable, and accessible environment where diversity is valued and recognized as a source of strength and enrichment.

We seek to attract talented people from diverse backgrounds and cultures. As a federal contractor, Together for Youth will not discharge or discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees with access to compensation information of other employees or applicants as part of their essential job functions cannot disclose this information unless it is in response to a formal complaint or charge, in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, or consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information.

41 CFR 60‑1.35(c).

Entry level

Full‑time

Health Care Provider

Individual and Family Services