Therapist
Compensation
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Job Description
Therapist Job Description
Job Summary
Our therapists diagnose and treat mental health disorders, creates individualized treatment plans according to patient needs and circumstances, meets with patients regularly to provide counseling, treatment and adjust treatment plans as necessary, and conducts ongoing assessments of patient progress.
Compensation for this position is productivity-based.
Duties/Responsibilities
Maintains timely and accurate patient records and reports.
Evaluate mental health diagnoses, create, implement and maintain treatment plans and complete ongoing documentation in a timely manner.
Provide excellent care for clients and collaborate with a dynamic team by participating in weekly team meetings.
Utilize creativity in interventions to help clients achieve and exceed goals
Be willing to provide psychotherapy services in person and remote (hybrid)
Interest in topics such as, but not limited to: eye movement desensitization and reprocessing (EMDR) therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), prolonged exposure (PE), BIPOC population, humanistic therapy, gender identity and sexual orientation, post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), group therapy, couples therapy, psychotherapy, ketamine assisted psychotherapy, treatment-resistant depression, chemical dependency
Required Skills/Abilities
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Excellent interpersonal, negotiation, and conflict resolution skills.
- Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to act with integrity, professionalism, and confidentiality.
- Proficient in the use of Office 365 and EHR systems (such as PIMSY, Valant, AdvancedMD)
Education and Experience
- Master's degree in one of the behavioral sciences or related fields from an accredited college or university
- Candidates should ideally have clinical licensure or be working toward licensure (LMFT, LPCC, LICSW, LP etc.)
- Experience with completing DAs, treatment plans and clinical progress notes
- Fully Licensed Clinicians will ideally be credentialed with insurance panels
Physical Requirements
- Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
- Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times.
The Remedy Mental Health offers a comprehensive benefits package and provides eligible employees with an opportunity to enroll in various benefit programs, subject to applicable waiting periods.
This Includes the Following
- Paid Time Off
- Holiday Pay
- Medical Insurance
- Health Savings Account
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- 401(k) with Employer Match
- Life Insurance and AD&D
- Short-Term Disability
Key Responsibilities
Assess and diagnose mental health conditions, develop individualized treatment plans, provide counseling and psychotherapy, and monitor patient progress. Maintain accurate clinical records, collaborate with the therapy team, and provide services in person and remotely.
Requirements
A master's degree in a behavioral science or related field is required, and candidates should be licensed or working toward clinical licensure. Experience with diagnostic assessments, treatment plans, and progress notes is expected; proficiency with Office 365 and EHR systems is also required.
Qualifications
- Education
- Master's degree (postgraduate degree)
- Experience
- 2+ years of experience
Key Skills
Counselor Career Context
Confidential Employer ranks #7 of 13 employers hiring Counselor on WeekdayDoc by average advertised pay.
Of the 50 active Mental Health Therapy listings this role was benchmarked against, 48% are remote, 18% have no call, 66% require no weekends — this position is remote.
| Measure | This job | Market |
|---|---|---|
| Listed pay | not listed | Mental Health Therapy median $74k (middle half $65k–$85k)255 comparable listings, Oct 2026 |
| Cost of living | South Dakota index 88.6 | US average = 100BEA Regional Price Parities (2024) |
| Mental Health Therapy listings in South Dakota | 23 active | 7,892 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Oct 2026 |
| Work setting | remote | peers: 48% remote · 18% no call · 66% no weekends50 benchmarked listings |
| Sign-on & loan repayment | not stated | US Counselor listings: 14% state a sign-on bonus (median $4k) · 15% offer loan repayment1,000 active listings, Oct 2026 |
| Confidential Employer | #7 of 13 for pay | Top Employers work-life index |
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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