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Behavioral Health Therapist
Company : Catholic Health Initiatives
Location : Bismarck, ND, 58501
Job Type : Full Time
Salary : 26.38-39.83 HOUR
Date Posted : 3 January 2026
Job Summary and Responsibilities
CHI St. Alexius is looking for a Full Time Behavioral Health Therapist for the Partial Hospitalization Program.
$20,000 Sign On Bonus Eligible
Ready to lead and deliver vital social services in a Partial Hospitalization setting? St. Alexius Medical Center is seeking a compassionate and skilled Therapist to coordinate and provide high-quality social services.
You'll be instrumental in patients' recovery journeys, from conducting comprehensive biopsychosocial assessments and developing individualized treatment plans, to facilitating engaging individual, group, and family therapies. If you're passionate about interdisciplinary collaboration and empowering patients through innovative programming, this is your opportunity to make a profound impact.
Join our mission-driven team and help transform lives! Apply today.
Job Requirements
- A Masters of Social Work Degree or a Licensed Professional Counselor
- Licensed Certified Master Social Worker in North Dakota (MSW) or a Professional Counselor License in North Dakota (LPC) while under supervision to obtain LPCC.
- Crisis Prevention Intervention CPI required within 6 months of hire
- BLS or BLS instructor certification is required upon hire.
Since 1885, CHI St. Alexius Health has been dedicated to leading health care in this region by enriching the lives of patients through the highest quality of care. We seek to continue our tradition of success and innovation with individuals dedicated to delivering the highest level of expertise and quality. Together we can continue to grow and support the legacy of CHI St. Alexius Health for many years to come.
CHI St. Alexius Health is a regional health network with a tertiary hospital in Bismarck, the system also consists of critical access hospitals (CAHs) in Carrington, Dickinson, Devils Lake, Garrison, Turtle Lake, Washburn and Williston and numerous clinics and outpatient services. CHI St. Alexius Health manages four CAHs in North Dakota - Elgin, Linton, and Wishek, as well as Mobridge Regional Medical Center in Mobridge, S.D. CHI St. Alexius Health offers a comprehensive line of inpatient and outpatient medical services, including: a Level II Trauma Center, primary and specialty physician clinics, home health and hospice services, durable medical equipment services, a fitness and human performance center and ancillary services throughout western and central North Dakota.
CHI St. Alexius Health is part of CommonSpirit Health, a nonprofit, Catholic health system dedicated to advancing health for all people. It was created in February 2019 through the alignment of Catholic Health Initiatives and Dignity Health. CommonSpirit Health is committed to creating healthier communities, delivering exceptional patient care, and ensuring every person has access to quality health care.
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Frequently asked questions
Bismarck, ND, has a growing demand for behavioral health therapists due to expanding mental health services. Competition remains moderate, with Catholic Health Initiatives among top employers. Candidates with North Dakota licensure and crisis intervention certifications often have an edge in this region’s healthcare job market.
Yes, employers in North Dakota, including Catholic Health Initiatives, highly value licensed certified master social worker (LCSW) or licensed professional counselor (LPC) credentials. Additionally, certifications like Crisis Prevention Intervention (CPI) and Basic Life Support (BLS) enhance job prospects and meet statutory requirements.
Success in partial hospitalization settings demands expertise in comprehensive biopsychosocial assessments, individual and group therapy facilitation, and interdisciplinary collaboration. Behavioral Health Therapists should also develop crisis prevention skills and individualized treatment planning to support complex patient recovery pathways.
Entry-level Behavioral Health Therapists can advance to supervisory or clinical director roles by acquiring advanced certifications and leadership experience. With growing demand in healthcare networks like Catholic Health Initiatives, career paths often include specialization in behavioral health consultation or program management.
Daily responsibilities include conducting biopsychosocial assessments, designing personalized treatment plans, and leading individual, family, and group therapy sessions. Collaboration with interdisciplinary teams is central to delivering holistic care in settings such as partial hospitalization programs.
Catholic Health Initiatives emphasizes compassionate care and innovation by integrating behavioral health therapists into diverse programs. Therapists contribute to community wellness through partial hospitalization services, crisis intervention, and partnerships across regional clinics, aligning with the system’s mission to advance health equity.
Catholic Health Initiatives offers a unique blend of faith-based care with access to a comprehensive regional network. Therapists benefit from a supportive environment fostering interdisciplinary collaboration, specialized training, and a mission-driven culture focused on transformative patient outcomes.
Behavioral Health Therapists in Bismarck typically earn between $55,000 and $70,000 annually. Catholic Health Initiatives enhances compensation with incentives like a $20,000 sign-on bonus, competitive benefits, and opportunities for professional development in a nonprofit healthcare setting.