Clinical Incubator Program
Montana Queer Alliance is launching a Counseling Incubation Project to support emerging Clinical Candidates as they transition from graduation into independent clinical practice. This program is designed for new candidates who are ready to begin seeing clients and want a supportive, trauma informed, and/or a queer affirming environment where they can grow their skills, build confidence, and contribute directly to MQA’s mission of serving marginalized communities in rural and tribal Montana.
Empowering the next generation of clinicians.
Professional
and Clinical Perks
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1 week PTO per year after 1 year of employment (based on average caseload of month prior to request)
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$250 monthly bonus after 1 year of employment, $500 monthly bonus after 2 years of employment. After 3 years, if fully licensed, in-house training on how to bill/credential for yourself. If still an associate, MQA will provide training once an employee is fully licensed.
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Scheduling autonomy
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Access to tools such as SimplePractice, Jotform, Canva and Google Workspace
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As a MHC our providers can bill medicaid/medicare/tricare
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Free continuing education opportunities and specialty trainings
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Free support for CE tracking and licensure renewal
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Guaranteed peer consultation built into the culture
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Priority referral flow from MQA programs and community partners
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No requirement to market yourself independently
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Opportunities to lead groups, trainings, and community workshops
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Access to grant funded programs for specialized work
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Strong reputation in the local and statewide community which leads to steady referrals
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Opportunities to shape new programs at a growing non-profit
Quality
of
Life Perks
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Flexible caseload to prevent burnout
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Full autonomy over schedule and days off
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Hybrid or telehealth options depending on role
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A culturally affirming workspace that centers safety and identity
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A small and supportive team culture instead of a large agency feeling
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Provider
Fees Cover
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Office space
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High Speed Internet Access
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Liability Coverage
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Employer health insurance contribution
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MQA admin and operational infrastructure (payroll, HR, accounting, liability insurance, EHR)
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Clinical Director oversight
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Billing
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Clinical supervision
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Credentialing administration
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Documentation and quality assurance
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Outreach and program support
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Mentorship
Through the Incubation Project, SWLCs, PCLCs, and LAC-Cs will be able to provide counseling under the supervision of our in house LCSW Clinical Director. They will receive regular supervision, case consultation, and mentorship from experienced staff who understand both the realities of frontline mental health work and the unique needs of LGBTQIA2s+ plus and BIPOC communities. Instead of trying to figure things out alone in private practice, candidates will be guided and encouraged to take healthy risks, ask questions, and develop their own clinical voice.
Community
Clinical Incubation at MQA means more than supervision hours. It means being part of a small, values driven team that centers safety, identity, and community connection. Candidates will gain hands on experience working with diverse clients across the lifespan, including individuals, couples, and families, with a strong focus on trauma, minority stress, and systemic oppression. They will also learn how to navigate things like integrated care, community partnerships, case management collaboration, and harm reduction work, which are critical skills for practice in Montana.
Support
The Incubation Project is also designed to remove some of the structural barriers that make it hard for new clinicians to get started. MQA provides the clinical infrastructure needed to see clients, including access to our electronic health record, scheduling tools, intake systems, templates, and billing support. This allows candidates to focus their energy on learning, building clinical competence, and caring for clients, rather than being overwhelmed by administrative demands.
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