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Kindbridge Behavioral Health
South Dakota · Remote OK

Licensed Therapist (South Dakota Licensure)

Counselor 9.2 Work-LifePart-Time

Compensation

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Posted 1mo ago

Job Description

Help Shape the Future of Behavioral Addiction Treatment

As online gambling and gaming continue to expand, so does the need for specialized behavioral health care. At Kindbridge Behavioral Health, we help individuals and families affected by gambling, gaming, and related challenges while providing therapists the opportunity to build expertise in this growing field.

We're seeking part-time Therapists licensed to practice in South Dakota (residency in SD not required) who are interested in expanding their clinical skill set, working with a unique client population, and making a meaningful impact through flexible, remote work.

Why Choose Kindbridge

Develop a Specialized Clinical Skill Set — Gain hands-on experience treating gambling, gaming, and other behavioral addictions while building expertise in one of behavioral health's fastest-growing specialties

Receive Clinical Training & Mentorship — We provide ongoing education, clinical consultation, and support pursuing the International Certified Gambling Counselor (ICGC-I) credential through mentorship from a nationally recognized, Ph.D.-trained, ICGC-II-certified gambling addiction clinician

Focus on Clinical Work — We handle credentialing, billing, insurance claims, collections, and other administrative tasks so you can focus on providing care

Build a Flexible Remote Practice — Set your own schedule and maintain a caseload that aligns with your availability and professional goals

Work Alongside Experts in the Field — Join a collaborative team of clinicians who are passionate about advancing care for individuals and families seeking support for compulsive or overuse behaviors, or emotional dysregulation struggles through compassionate, evidence-based treatment

What We Provide

  • ICGC-I certification support
  • Ongoing training and professional development
  • Clinical consultation and peer support
  • Insurance credentialing support
  • Assistance with and funding for additional state licensure
  • Administrative and billing support
  • Flexible scheduling and remote work
  • W-2 employment
  • 401(k) with employer match

Who We're Looking For

  • Active clinical licensure in the state of South Dakota: LPC, LPCC, LCSW, LMFT, or equivalent license
  • Interest in gambling disorder, gaming disorder, and other behavioral challenges
  • Desire to pursue ICGC-I certification with company support
  • Commitment to evidence-based, client-centered care
  • Interest in collaborating with a team that’s driving innovation in teletherapy
  • Spanish fluency is a plus

Join Our Mission

At Kindbridge, you'll have the opportunity to expand your expertise into a highly specialized area of behavioral health while helping individuals and families affected by gambling, gaming, and related behavioral challenges.

If you're looking for meaningful clinical work, ongoing mentorship, and the opportunity to become a leader in an emerging field, we'd love to hear from you.

Key Responsibilities

Provide specialized behavioral health therapy for individuals and families affected by gambling, gaming, and related challenges. Manage clinical caseloads while collaborating with a team of experts in a remote, evidence-based treatment environment.

Requirements

Must hold an active clinical license in South Dakota such as LPC, LPCC, LCSW, or LMFT. Candidates should have a strong interest in behavioral addiction treatment and a desire to pursue ICGC-I certification.

Qualifications

Education
Professional certificate or licensure
Experience
2+ years of experience

Key Skills

Behavioral therapyClinical documentationEvidence-based practiceGambling disorder treatmentGaming disorder treatmentCase managementCrisis interventionEmotional dysregulation support

Work-Life Balance Analysis

WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Licensed Therapist (South Dakota Licensure) at Kindbridge Behavioral Health a 9.2 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as exceptional. This places the position in the top 5% in Mental Health Therapy (Counseling) — ranked against 8,062 active Mental Health Therapy (Counseling) listings on WeekdayDoc. Contributing factors include remote work flexibility.

Counselor Career Context

Kindbridge Behavioral Health holds silver-tier status on WeekdayDoc's Top Employers work-life index, composite score 75/100, 9 active listings.

Of the 50 active Mental Health Therapy listings this role was benchmarked against, 62% are remote, 30% have no call, 70% require no weekends — this position is remote.

Location & Logistics

South Dakota has no state income tax, which can significantly increase take-home pay compared to high-tax states.

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Benefits & Perks25 jobs · 22 employers

401k / retirement match
88% this job
CME allowance
40%
Sign-on bonus
28%
Loan repayment
20%
PSLF eligible
4%

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Work-life snapshot

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Among the best 10% of Mental Health Therapy (Counseling) listings for work-life

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About Kindbridge Behavioral Health

Mental Health Care
Denver, Colorado
11-50 employees

Benefits & Perks

401(k) with employer match
ICGC-I certification support
Ongoing training and professional development
Clinical consultation and peer support
Insurance credentialing support
Assistance with and funding for additional state licensure
Administrative and billing support
Flexible scheduling and remote work