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Outpatient Therapist

NORTHERN PINES MENTAL HEALTH CENTER·Aitkin, Minnesota

$62,000 - $77,000/yr·Other·On Site·0-2 yrs·
Posted 3 months ago
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About the role

The therapist will facilitate individual, group, and family therapy sessions while conducting diagnostic evaluations and developing treatment plans. They are also responsible for collaborating with community partners and maintaining accurate clinical records.

Job DetailsJob Location

  • Aitkin
  • Outpatient -
  • Aitkin,
  • MN 56431Position
  • Type:
  • Full-Time/Part-TimeSalary
  • Range: $62,000.00 - $77,000.00
  • SalaryJob
  • Shift: DayNorthern Pines Mental Health Center is proud to offer competitive wages and an exceptional benefits package! We are seeking a Mental Health Professional or Clinical Trainee to join our Outpatient Team. Travel to other outpatient offices in Central Minnesota to serve clients may be required.
  • Essential
  • Functions include: Facilitate and co-facilitate individual, group, family, and crisis therapies Competencies and ability to provide empirically-supported psychotherapy to address a wide range of clinical and behavioral issues Provide intakes, diagnostic evaluations, and updates to evaluations Develop and implement a treatment plan Complete a Behavior Intervention/Crisis Plan Complete third party billing requirements such as obtaining prior authorizations and communicating with the billing office as necessary
  • Collaborate regularly with both staff and community partners including: schools, social services, court services, medical agencies, mental health providers, managed care organizations and the community at large Participate in the referral process Maintain necessary written records in accordance with NPMHC policies and procedures and other applicable regulations Provide crisis intervention services as requested
  • Qualifications include: Master’s Degree in the Behavioral Sciences field (i.e. Clinical Counseling, Clinical Mental Health Counseling, Psychology, Marriage & Family Therapy, Social Work) A valid license in behavioral health without restrictions ( e.g. LICSW, LPCC, LP, LMFT, NP) in the State of MN. Clinical Supervision is available; License-seeking trainees encouraged to apply! Experience with adults and children struggling with mental illness Competencies and ability to provide empirically supported psychotherapy to address a wide range of clinical and behavioral needs Excellent written (computer based) and verbal skills
  • Valid
  • Driver’s
  • License
  • Compensation &
  • Benefits include:
  • Wage
  • Range: $62,000 - $77,000 annually Health, Dental, Disability and Life insurance with other additional voluntary options for spousal life, short term disability, accident, hospital indemnity and critical illness plans Health Savings account with employer contribution 401K with employer match Generous paid time off (Earn 19 days/ year your 1st - 3rd years. Increases with longevity!)
  • Nine holidays observed per year as follows: New Year’s Day, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving Day, the day after Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Eve Day, Christmas Day and a Weather Float Day. Supportive of time off for a healthy work/life balance Bereavement Pay Travel reimbursement Paid Supervision if working toward independent licensure, built into regular workday Northern Pines Mental Health Center is an Affirmative Action/ Equal Opportunity Employer. To apply, please submit a resume and cover letter.

Keywords

Outpatient, Therapist, Therapy, Psychotherapy, Mental Health Professional, Mental Health, Master's Degree, Full-time, LGSW, LICSW, LPCC, LPC, LMFT, MFT, LP, Psychiatric NP, Nonprofit, Community, Counseling, Minnesota

Requirements

Candidates must hold a Master's degree in a behavioral science field and possess a valid, unrestricted behavioral health license in Minnesota. Experience working with both adults and children struggling with mental illness is required.

  • postgraduate degree
  • Documentation
  • Collaboration
  • Treatment planning
  • Psychotherapy
  • Crisis intervention
  • Case management
  • Behavioral health
  • Diagnostic evaluations
  • Mental health assessment
  • Billing compliance
  • Clinical counseling
  • Crisis planning

Benefits

  • Health insurance
  • Dental insurance
  • 401k
  • Paid time off
  • Life insurance
  • Disability insurance
  • Health savings account
  • Bereavement pay
  • Travel reimbursement
  • Paid supervision

Posting details

Employment type
Other
Work arrangement
On Site
Experience
0-2 yrs
Salary
$62,000 - $77,000/yr
Location
Aitkin, Minnesota
Posted
Apr 14, 2026
Application
Employer website
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Hiring organization

NORTHERN PINES MENTAL HEALTH CENTER

Enhancing Lives, Restoring Hope. Northern Pines is a comprehensive community mental health center that was established in 1964, with a six county service area in Central Minnesota that includes Aitkin, Cass, Crow Wing, Morrison, Todd, and Wadena counties. We have offices in...

Salary listed on 5 jobs
IndustryMental Health Care
TypeNonprofit
Size201-500 employees
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Behavioral health openings in Minnesota often reflect steady demand in community, residential, and outpatient settings, especially for candidates who can meet licensing, safety, and transportation requirements. These roles can be competitive because employers look for reliability, CPR/First Aid certification, a valid Minnesota driver’s license, and a clean DHS background check. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save time, then confirm your certifications and driving record before applying.

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