Clinical Therapist

Job Description

The Montana Department of Public Health and Human Services (DPHHS) has a career opportunity within Montana State Hospital.

Clinical Therapists
provide patient treatment to include individual therapy, group therapy, and psycho/educational services on and off treatment units at the Montana State Hospital. Responsibilities include providing clinical evaluation and assessment services; recommending and implementing therapeutic interventions and treatment approaches based on evaluation and assessment findings which may include discharge planning/placement; and assisting with social assessments and treatment plan production and coordination as needed
.

Why Join DPHHS

Our mission at DPHHS is serving Montanans in their communities to improve health, safety, well-being, and empower independence
. By joining our department, you will have the opportunity to perform meaningful work in public service to our state and its residents.

The State of Montana's comprehensive benefits package includes healthcare coverage, retirement plans, paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays, work/life balance, and eligibility to participate in the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program. In addition, DPHHS is the largest state agency with a wide range of advancement opportunities whether you are joining the workforce or have several years of experience.

Qualifications for this Career Opportunity:

Master's degree in a clinical treatment discipline that may include nursing, psychology, social work, rehabilitation therapy, or similar background involving the treatment of adult psychiatric patients.
Two years of experience providing therapeutic mental health care to seriously mentally ill individuals.
Licensure as a Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), Professional Counselor (LCPC),
Applicants with candidate licensure will also be considered.

How to Apply

To be considered for a DPHHS position, submit the following required documents with your application on the State of Montana Careers website. When submitting the required documents, you must check the "relevant document" box to ensure your attachments are uploaded correctly to your application for this position.
Resume

Successful applicants will be subject to background checks relevant to the position and must pass reference checks before an offer will be extended. DPHHS is an equal opportunity employer. Women, minorities, and people with disabilities are encouraged to apply. For a copy of the full job description or if you need a reasonable accommodation in the application or hiring process, contact DPHHS Human Resources listed below.

Additional Information
This position is open until filled with frequent screening of applicants.

Applicant Pool Statement
:

If another department vacancy occurs in this job title within six months, the same applicant pool may be used for the selection.

Training Assignment
:

This agency may use a training assignment. Employees in training assignments may be paid below the base pay established by the agency pay rules. Conditions of the training assignment will be stated in writing at the time of hire.

Salary: $

39.05

-

39.05

Hourly

Telework Eligibility
:

Not Telework Eligible

Benefits Package Eligibility
:

Health Insurance, Paid Leave & Holidays, Retirement Plan

Number of Openings
:

4

Employee Status
:

Regular

Schedule
:

Full-Time

Job Type
:

Standard

Shift
:

Day Job

Travel
:

Yes, 5 % of the Time

Primary Location
:

Warm Springs

Agency
:

Department of Public Health & Human Services

Union
:

Montana Federation of Public Employees

Posting Date
:

Jun 29, 2026, 7:04:53 PM

Closing Date (based on your computer's timezone)
:

Sep 13, 2026, 1:59:00 AM

Required Application Materials
:

Resume

Contact Name
:

Kathleen Tarkalson

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Contact Email
:

kathleen.tarkalson@mt.gov

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Contact Phone
:

406-693-7392

The State of Montana has a decentralized human resources (HR) system. Each agency is responsible for its own recruitment and selection. Anyone who needs a reasonable accommodation in the application or hiring process should contact the agency's HR staff identified on the job listing or by dialing the Montana Relay at 711.
Montana Job Service Offices
also offer services including assistance with submitting an online application.
State government does not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, childbirth or medical conditions related to pregnancy or childbirth, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information, marital status, creed, political beliefs or affiliation, veteran status, military service, retaliation, or any other factor not related to merit and qualifications of an employee or applicant.

Requirements

Qualifications for this Career Opportunity:

Master's degree in a clinical treatment discipline that may include nursing, psychology, social work, rehabilitation therapy, or similar background involving the treatment of adult psychiatric patients.
Two years of experience providing therapeutic mental health care to seriously mentally ill individuals.
Licensure as a Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), Professional Counselor (LCPC),
Applicants with candidate licensure will also be considered.