Job Title: Early Childhood Therapist

Location: 20288 MM-15 Suite 100, Hutchinson, MN 55350

Working Model: Onsite

Employee Type: 1.0 FTE

At Sagent Behavioral Health, we believe profound change is possible. As one of the largest behavioral health organizations in the Midwest—with 2,000+ team members across 80+ locations in five states—we offer the stability and resources to help you thrive.

Backed by more than 100 years of combined behavioral health experience, Sagent brings together the trusted legacies of Ellie Mental Health, LifeWorks, Nystrom & Associates, Psychiatric Associates, Sandhill Counseling & Consultation, and Vantage Point.

Here, you'll find a supportive, inclusive culture where you can hone your skills, collaborate with a fantastic team, and build a rewarding career focused on what matters most: helping others find hope. Guided by our HOPE values—Humility, Optimism, People-Centered, and Ethical Practice—we provide manageable caseloads, flexible schedules, and compensation options that work for you—from salary to production-based models.

As an Early Childhood Therapist at Sagent Behavioral Health, formerly known as (Ellie Mental Health/Nystrom & Associates), you will primarily focus on providing superior client care and improving the mental health of your local community. You’ll do this by drawing upon your training and experience to meet the client where they’re at.

Full Time Benefits:

Medical, Dental, Vision
401k, Long Term Disability, Short Term Disability and Life Insurance
Reasonable caseload expectations and flexible scheduling
Comfortable offices and clinic environment
Free attendance for internal CEUs

Responsibilities:

Conduct comprehensive mental health assessments.
Provide high-quality individual therapy, specializing in children 0-5 but also balanced with other populations as appropriate.
Develop and implement effective treatment plans.
Collaborate with other healthcare professionals to ensure coordinated care.
Maintain accurate and organized electronic health records.

Requirements:

Master's or doctoral degree in a behavioral health field.
Licensed or Pre-Licensed Mental Health Professional in Minnesota (LICSW, LMFT, LPCC, or LP).
For unlicensed therapists: meet the requirements for a Clinical Trainee and be actively pursuing licensure in Minnesota.
Past experience working with children 0-5 years of age and their caregivers either in therapy or in skill development.
Completed or in process of completing DC – 0-5 and/or ESCii.
Evidence based practice for early childhood including: Circle of security, ABC, CPP and/or PCIT at all levels are ideal but not required.

Compensation:

We offer multiple pay options to meet your professional and financial goals!

Salary:

Licensed: $ 68,000 – 75,000
Pre-licensed: $ 50,000 – 55,000

Commission Based:

Licensed: $ 66,000 – 124,000
Pre-licensed: $ 58,000 – 91,000

* Actual compensation may be determined by various factors such as education, experience, skillset, internal equity, schedule and/or location.

* Employees in these positions are W2.

Sagent Behavioral Health is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.