The therapist will provide high-quality individual, group, and family therapy for adult clients in residential treatment, focusing on integrating mental health care into substance use disorder services using trauma-informed and culturally grounded approaches. This role also involves case management, coordinating care, and collaborating with cultural practitioners and medical staff to support holistic healing.
Requirements summary
Candidates must possess a Master's degree in a relevant field and hold an active license as a Mental Health Professional (LPCC, LICSW, LMFT, or LP). Preferred qualifications include two years of experience in substance abuse residential settings or dual licensure as an LADC.
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Job description
Come join the Shakopee Mdewakanton Sioux Community (SMSC) as a Mental Health Therapist!
In this rewarding role, you’ll support our Residential Healing Center by providing high-quality individual, group, and family therapy for adults in treatment.
We’re looking for a licensed mental health professional, ideally with experience in SUD treatment or dual LADC licensure, who is passionate about delivering meaningful, skillful therapy and can adapt with compassion to diverse client needs.
You’ll enjoy weekly pay, great health benefits, and ongoing training and development to support your long-term growth.
This role is targeted to begin on April 20th, 2026.
Whatever your career goals may be, let SMSC help you get there!
This position is full-time 40 hours per week (on-site) following a consistent four-day, 10-hour shift schedule and will work either Sunday through Wednesday or Wednesday through Saturday.
Job Overview
The Mental Health Therapist provides individual, group, and family therapy for adult clients in residential treatment at the Healing Center. This role is critical to the integration of mental health care into substance use disorder (SUD) treatment services, with an emphasis on trauma-informed, culturally grounded, and strengths-based approaches. The ideal candidate will be a licensed mental health professional with prior experience in SUD treatment or dual licensure as an LADC. In addition to therapy, this position includes case management responsibilities, supporting clients in accessing services, planning transitions, and navigating barriers to recovery. The Mental Health Therapist works closely with cultural practitioners and medical and addictions staff to support holistic healing for Native American clients, especially those from the four Dakota tribes. Initial staffing plan for this position follows a consistent four-day, 10-hour shift schedule and will work either Sunday through Wednesday or Wednesday through Saturday.
Create Your Path
The
Work
You’ll Do:
Provide mental health assessments, treatment planning, and ongoing therapy to adult clients with co-occurring mental health and substance use disorders.
Facilitate individual, group, and family therapy sessions tailored to the needs and cultural identities of clients.
Provide case management support, including assisting clients in accessing community resources, coordinating care with outside providers, and addressing housing, legal, or financial needs related to recovery.
Benefits
Dental Insurance
Disability Insurance
Life Insurance
Paid Time Off
Health Insurance
Tuition Reimbursement
401(k) Retirement Plan
Collaborate closely with LADC staff, medical providers, cultural advisors, and other staff to ensure integrated and person-centered care.
Incorporate trauma-informed and culturally responsive approaches into all aspects of therapy.
Contribute to diagnostic formulations and treatment recommendations that support client recovery and wellness.
Maintain accurate, timely, and confidential documentation in the electronic health record (NextGen).
Participate in clinical staffings, treatment planning meetings, and interdisciplinary team discussions.
Support clients through crises, de-escalation, and emotional regulation, ensuring safety and stability.
Conduct discharge planning and referrals for continuing care, mental health services, or community support.
Educate clients and staff on mental health topics relevant to recovery, resilience, and Native wellness.
Participate in quality assurance, training, and professional development activities.
Promote and model respect for Dakota traditions, healing practices, and community values.
Perform other duties as assigned in support of the Healing Center’s mission
Job Requirements
Master’s degree in counseling, psychology, social work, or a related field.
Active license as a Mental Health Professional (LPCC, LICSW, LMFT, or LP).
Preferred: At least two (2) years of experience providing therapy to adults in substance abuse residential settings.
Preferred: Dual licensure as a Licensed Alcohol and Drug Counselor (LADC) or previous experience working in substance use disorder treatment.
Experience providing case management services in a behavioral health setting.
Strong understanding of trauma-informed care, co-occurring disorders, and culturally responsive treatment.
Knowledge of or respect for Dakota culture and language, or a willingness to learn.
Excellent interpersonal, documentation, and organizational skills.
Must pass a background check and meet credentialing requirements.
Must maintain client confidentiality in accordance with HIPAA and 42 CFR Part 2 regulations.
Valid driver’s license and insurability under organizational policy.
Outstanding Benefits & Awesome Perks
Enjoy competitive weekly pay, outstanding benefits and advancement opportunities. Generous benefits include medical, dental, life and disability insurance, onsite medical clinics and pharmacy, 401(k) retirement plan, paid time off, wellness programs and more. Plus, take advantage of perks like discounts on childcare, fuel, bus passes and fitness membership, free uniforms, free uniform cleaning and tuition reimbursement.
Who We Are
The Shakopee Mdewakanton Sioux Community contributes both time and financial resources across the region, state, and country. The SMSC has donated more than $400 million to organizations and causes, provided $500 million in economic development loans to other tribes, and contributed millions more to support regional governments and infrastructure. The SMSC's Native Green initiative annually diverts hundreds of tons of waste from landfills, has implemented compostable containers throughout our properties, and restored hundreds of acres of prairie land. Team members are eligible to participate in SMSC Gives, a community outreach initiative that organizes various opportunities in the local community. To empower its team members to take part in the Dakota tradition of giving, the SMSC provides paid hours to team members to volunteer at events. Learn more at shakopeedakota.org
