CentraCare·Saint Cloud, Minnesota
The psychotherapist provides diagnostic and biopsychosocial evaluations to execute therapeutic treatment for clients in addiction services. They lead the therapy team and manage coordinated case management while acting as a liaison between treatment teams and referral resources.
Make an impact as a Psychotherapist with our CentraCare - Addiction Services Unit! The psychotherapist provides diagnostic, psychological, or biopsychosocial evaluation and executes therapeutic treatment toward defined goals. The psychotherapist works to strengthen motivation and commitment to specific change goals through a collaborative, goal-oriented style of communication using motivational interviewing and evidence-based psychotherapy.
St. Cloud Hospital/Addiction Services serves as primary clinical site; however additional consultative services may be provided to other behavioral health sites through in-person or TeleHealth assessment. The psychotherapist takes a leading role on the therapy team and is ultimately responsible for coordinated case management of assigned clients. Acts as a liaison between treatment team and consulting and referral resource personnel.
Pay and Benefits
Psychotherapist starting pay begins at $77,563.20 per year; exact wage determined by years of related experience.
Salary range: $77,563.20 - $116,334.40 per year
Salary and salary range are based on a 1.0 FTE, reduced FTE will result in a prorated offer rate
Full time benefits [https://jobs.centracare.com/us/en/benefits]: medical, dental, PTO, retirement, employee discounts and more!
$6,000 hiring bonus for those hired into a Psychotherapist role (with current MN license of LP, LICSW, LMFT, or LPCC)!
To be eligible for the hiring bonus you must be an external candidate who is hired into an eligible full or part-time benefited position. Previous employees qualify if they have not worked for CentraCare for at least 9 months at the date of hire. CentraCare pay incentives to include but not limited to, hiring bonuses may be discontinued at any time due to business needs.
CentraCare has made a commitment to diversity in its workforce. All individuals including, but not limited to, individuals with disabilities, are encouraged to apply. CentraCare is an EEO/AA employer.
Requires a Master's degree in Psychology or a related field and a Bachelor's degree in Chemical Dependency Counseling. Candidates must hold dual licensure in Minnesota as an LADC and one of the following: LP, LICSW, LMFT, or LPCC, with at least one year of experience.
Market context
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.