Clarvida - Idaho·Boise, Idaho
The clinician will assess, develop, and implement treatment plans for youth in the foster care program while providing ongoing therapy and clinical intervention. They act as a key member of the treatment team, monitoring progress and coordinating with foster parents and caseworkers to determine discharge readiness.
Date Posted: 05-04-2026
The Treatment Foster Care Clinician is responsible for working with children and youth in the TFC program to assess needs, develop service and treatment plans, provide therapy, and deliver clinical interventions as necessary. This role supports youth with serious behavioral, emotional, or medical needs in a family-based placement setting and collaborates closely with foster parents, caseworkers, and families to ensure individualized, goal-oriented care. The clinician serves as a key member of the TFC Treatment Team, monitoring progress and supporting discharge planning while also participating in a broader clinical team with access to ongoing supervision and training.
· Assess children and youth in the Treatment Foster Care program · Develop individualized service and treatment plans · Provide therapy and clinical interventions as needed · Collaborate with foster parents, caseworkers, and biological families to establish treatment goals · Monitor treatment progress and adjust plans as necessary · Participate as an active member of the TFC Treatment Team · Support discharge planning and readiness assessments · Maintain clinical documentation and ensure compliance with program standards · Participate in clinical team meetings, training, and supervision · Provide crisis intervention and trauma-informed care
Required Qualifications · Licensed in Idaho as LMSW, LPC, LCPC, LCSW, or LMFT · Knowledge and experience utilizing psychological theories · Ability to pass background checks, including Enhanced Fingerprinting with Idaho Department of Health and Welfare · Strong clinical, communication, and collaboration skills
· 401(k) · Free licensure supervision · Pet insurance · DailyPay – access your earnings without waiting for payday · Mileage reimbursement and cellphone stipend (or company phone) · Student loan refinancing support (SoFi at Work) · Financial wellness programs and tools · Company laptop and IT support · Verizon and Dell discounts · Perks @ Pathways – national discounts on travel, shopping, and entertainment (*Benefits may vary by state or county)
If you are a licensed clinician passionate about supporting youth in foster care through trauma-informed and family-based services, click “Apply Now” to join the team as a Treatment Foster Care Clinician.
About Clarvida Clarvida, formerly Pathways, is a national behavioral health organization dedicated to improving lives through accessible, person-centered care. We provide a wide range of mental health and supportive services designed to empower individuals, families, and communities. Learn more: http://www.pathways.com/mission-vision-and-values/ [http://www.pathways.com/mission-vision-and-values/] See other opportunities: https://www.pathways.com/working-at-pathways [https://www.pathways.com/working-at-pathways]
Equal Opportunity Employer Clarvida is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic.
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Keywords Treatment Foster Care Clinician, TFC, Foster Care, Behavioral Health, Mental Health Clinician, Trauma-Informed Care, Child and Family Services, Clinical Services, Clarvida Careers
Candidates must hold a valid Idaho license as an LMSW, LPC, LCPC, LCSW, or LMFT. Experience working with children, youth, foster care services, or trauma-informed care is preferred.
Market context
In Idaho, behavioral-health roles typically see steady demand in community clinics, outpatient programs, schools, and integrated care settings. These positions are competitive because employers often look for an active Idaho substance abuse or mental health license, at least one year of relevant experience, and strong interpersonal skills aligned with licensure ethics. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits on this platform to save time comparing postings, then confirm your license status and prepare examples of client-facing work before applying.