Youth Therapist
Listed compensation
Up to $77,034
The week · per this posting · weekdays assumed
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Job Description
Youth Therapist
As a Youth Therapist, you will deliver trauma-informed care to children and adolescents across our region. We are seeking two dedicated, compassionate Youth Therapists to join our team with the option for a 10-month work schedule (August through June), aligning with the school year, or a 12-month schedule providing services over the summer.
We Are Currently Hiring for Two Focus Areas
- Grand Forks County: This position focuses on youth and their families throughout Grand Forks County providing services at CVIC main office, shelter and local schools.
- Rural: This role provides in-person therapy directly within rural school settings and community outreach sites.
Therapy services may also be provided at CVIC offices.
What You’ll Need
- Master’s degree in social work or counseling.
- North Dakota license - LMSW or LAPC required; LCSW or LPCC preferred.
- Experience providing therapy services and work with children and victims of violence preferred.
- Valid driver’s license and willingness to travel locally or rural, depending on position.
What You’ll Do
- Deliver individual and group therapy to youth (under age 18) impacted by domestic violence, sexual abuse, stalking, bullying, and related trauma.
- Develop personalized treatment plans using evidence-based approaches.
- Provide support and resources to caregivers and collaborate with partner agencies to ensure youth and families have access to the help they may need.
- Maintain accurate records and assist with billing and insurance processes.
- Participate in community outreach, prevention, and education efforts.
Why Join CVIC?
- Competitive Salary: Up to $77,034 for LMSW, LAPC or LPC; Up to $94.781 for LCSW or LPCC.
- Generous Benefits: Paid annual, personal and sick leave; paid holidays; health, dental, vision, and life insurance;
403(b) retirement plan with employer match.
- Professional Growth: Employer-funded training in therapies like EMDR and CPT, plus weekly clinical supervision.
- Work-Life Support: Flexible work schedule and potential eligibility for federal student loan forgiveness
- Impactful Work: Be part of a team dedicated to preventing violence, promoting safety, and building hope.
Ready to Change Lives?
Apply today at cviconline.org or contact Kristina Stepps, Director of Human Resources, at kristinas@cviconline.org with questions. Applications will be accepted until filled.
Key Responsibilities
Deliver individual and group trauma-informed therapy to youth impacted by domestic violence and abuse. Develop personalized treatment plans and collaborate with caregivers and partner agencies to provide comprehensive support.
Requirements
Requires a Master's degree in social work or counseling and a North Dakota license (LMSW or LAPC). A valid driver's license is required for local or rural travel.
Qualifications
- Education
- Master's degree (postgraduate degree)
Key Skills
Work-Life Balance Analysis
WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Youth Therapist at Community Violence Intervention Center a 7.2 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as very good. This places the position in the top 25% in Mental Health Therapy (Counseling) — ranked against 7,851 active Mental Health Therapy (Counseling) listings on WeekdayDoc.
Counselor Career Context
Of the 50 active Mental Health Therapy listings this role was benchmarked against, 68% are remote, 32% have no call, 74% require no weekends.
The cost-of-living index for North Dakota is 89.0 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$86k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $97k in an average-cost state. 58.8% of North Dakota clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).
| Measure | This job | Market |
|---|---|---|
| Work-life score | 7.2 / 10 · top 25% in mental health therapy (counseling) | ranked against 7,851 Mental Health Therapy (Counseling) listingslisting-based score, 0–10 |
| Listed pay | $77k–$95k | Mental Health Therapy median $73k (middle half $66k–$85k)345 comparable listings, Oct 2026 |
| Cost-of-living adjusted pay | ~$97k in purchasing power | North Dakota index 89.0 (US = 100)BEA Regional Price Parities (2024) |
| Mental Health Therapy listings in North Dakota | 15 active | 7,906 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Oct 2026 |
| Work setting | on-site | peers: 68% remote · 32% no call · 74% no weekends50 benchmarked listings |
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