About this position
Empower Youth. Restore Hope. Transform Futures. – Become a Mental Health Therapist-Substance Use Therapist in Omaha, NE!
This position is eligible for a $5,000 Hiring Bonus!
Join Boys Town and make a lasting impact on adolescents and families facing challenges with alcohol and drug use. As a Substance Use Therapist, you’ll provide comprehensive assessments, individual and family psychotherapy, and lead specialized group treatment—all while collaborating with a multidisciplinary team dedicated to changing lives.
Benefits You’ll Enjoy:
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance – Affordable coverage, including free services at Boys Town Clinics for enrolled employees
• 401(k) Retirement Plan with 100% Employer Match – Up to 6% of your salary, fully vested after 5 years
• Paid Vacation, Sick Time, and Paid Holidays – Start accruing immediately
• Tuition Assistance – Advance your career with educational support
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) – Free confidential support
• Life Insurance and Long-Term Disability – Company-paid coverage
What You’ll Be Doing:
• Complete comprehensive chemical use and mental health assessments for adolescents
• Provide individual, family, and group psychotherapy
• Develop individualized treatment plans aligned with diagnosis and clinical criteria
• Collaborate with courts, families, and multidisciplinary team members
• Lead chemical use groups and determine appropriate curricula
• Provide education and prevention programming to the community
• Maintain timely documentation and participate in supervision and quality improvement
Who We’re Looking For:
• M. A. or M. S. in Psychology, Social Work, Counseling, or related field required.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience working with adolescents and families required.
• Licensed mental health practitioner in the state of Nebraska (LMHP) required.
• Licensed or provisionally licensed alcohol and drug counselor in the state of Nebraska (LADC or PLADC) or willingness to attain provisional status within 12 months of employment required.
• Licensed independent mental health practitioner (LIMHP) or Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) preferred.
• Registered Provider Status in the State of Nebraska preferred. Employment Type: Full Time
Bonus/Commission: No
Location and commute
Omaha, NE .
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How to apply
Review the vacancy and complete the application on the employer or recruitment partner’s website. Requisition ID: WJ-3094391906.