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Outpatient Therapist - $1000 Signing Bonus

CompanyIdaho Youth Ranch Inc
LocationNot specified
Work ModeOn Site
PostedApril 2, 2026
About The Company
For over 70 years, Idaho Youth Ranch has been a lifeline for the state's most vulnerable youth by providing accessible services that nurture hope, healing, and resilience. Today, our dedicated team delivers a comprehensive range of services across Idaho, including residential care, emergency shelter, outpatient therapy, and job readiness training. We believe every young person deserves a chance to build a brighter future. Our work is made possible by the passion of our people, the generosity of our community, and a network of statewide thrift stores that help fund our mission every single day. 🌱 Why Professionals Choose Idaho Youth Ranch A career here is more than a job — it's a calling. Here you'll find meaningful work, room to grow, and a team that genuinely has your back. We invest in our people with: • Competitive salaries and affordable healthcare • 401(k) with employer matching • Generous paid time off • Student loan forgiveness eligibility • A supportive, mission-driven culture that values your contributions If you're ready to do work that matters, we'd love to have you on our team. Follow us to stay connected to our mission, our impact stories, and the latest career opportunities at Idaho Youth Ranch. 👉 Explore open positions and learn more at www.youthranch.org/careers
About the Role

Description

  

The Idaho Youth Ranch is one of the oldest non-profit agencies in the state of Idaho. 
Our mission:

We unite for Idaho’s youth by providing accessible programs and services that nurture hope, healing, and resilience.


Why unite with us?  Because we are better together! Our team members enjoy a workplace where Relationships are the foundation, where we are all Committed to the same mission, where Growth is always possible, where we are treated with and show Compassion, where trust guides us to Transparency, and above all, where Joy sustains us.


How will you impact our mission? Every position at Idaho Youth Ranch contributes to the success of our mission. As an Equine Therapist, you will be directly involved in nurturing the hope, healing, and resilience for youth and families of Idaho. You will have the opportunity to work outdoors and around horses while providing important therapeutic sessions. 


What do we offer? In addition to contributing to our awesome mission, working at IYR has many advantages:

  • $1000 Signing Bonus
  • Salaried position that allows for flexible schedule and doesn’t focus on billable hours
  • Affordable medical and dental care & other voluntary benefits offerings
  • A 401(k) match
  • Paid time off, including a birthday holiday!
  • Supportive, knowledgeable clinical supervision
  • Trauma informed practice that stays on the forefront of best/evidence based practices
  • An employee discount on purchases at our thrift stores
  • Paid opportunities to learn and pursue trainings in a variety of treatment modalities, including EAGALA, EMDR, CBT and others
  • Working in a fun, caring and compassionate team environment that focuses on the culture of supporting youth and families
  • Collaboration with IYR Case Manager & Equine Specialists
  • A breath taking work environment with a team of 20+ horses
  • Be a part of a joint accredited agency!

What will you do?

Our Outpatient Therapists:

  • Provide individual, group, and family counseling sessions
  • Utilize therapeutic techniques that are trauma oriented, evidence-based, and age appropriate
  • Prepare psychotherapy documents encompassing all patient care and ensures mental health forms are complete and accurate
  • Provide assessments that are consistent with the age group and population involved, demonstrates full understanding, and identifies mental health issues 
  • May have scheduled sessions in the late afternoon/evenings as scheduling is dependent on the needs and availability of the client


Must haves:

  • Master’s degree in a human services field: social work, counseling, psychology, or marriage and family therapy
  • Licensed as LMSW, LCSW, LMAFT, LMFT, LPC, LCPC, or PhD
  • A valid Idaho’s driver’s license or obtain one within 15 days of hire, as a condition of continued employment 
  • Be at least 25 years of age
  • No horse experience needed!


*As a 501(c)(3) Non-Profit, the Idaho Youth Ranch is a qualifying employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PLSF) program. The PLSF offers student loan forgiveness on qualifying loans under specific conditions. We can partner with your loan provider to review your particular situation and help you evaluate options. 


This position is located in Idaho and candidates must be within a reasonable distance to our location


The Idaho Youth Ranch is an equal opportunity employer. 


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Key Skills
Equine TherapyCounselingTrauma Informed PracticeEvidence-Based PracticesGroup TherapyFamily TherapyPsychotherapy DocumentationMental Health Assessment
Benefits
Affordable Medical and Dental Care401(k) MatchPaid Time OffSupportive Clinical SupervisionEmployee DiscountPaid Training Opportunities
Job Information
📋Core Responsibilities
Equine Therapists provide individual, group, and family counseling sessions utilizing trauma-oriented and evidence-based therapeutic techniques. They prepare psychotherapy documents and conduct assessments to identify mental health issues.
📋Job Type
full time
📊Experience Level
0-2
💼Company Size
298
📊Visa Sponsorship
No
💼Language
English
🏢Working Hours
40 hours
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