School-Based Therapist (Trenton Area)

Job Description:

Job Title: School-Based Therapist

Location: Trenton MO - This position supports students across the Trenton, Milan, Princeton, North Harrison, and North Mercer area schools.

Department: Preferred Family Healthcare- School-Based Services

Employment Type: Full-Time

Shift: Monday – Friday | 40 hours per week

**$7,000 Sign-on bonus for eligible external applicants

Provisional Therapist: $53,000 - $72,000 (based on license & experience)

LPC/LCSW: $57,000 - $80,000 (based on license & experience)

Make a difference in the lives of students by providing counseling and support within the school setting. Join our dedicated team and help foster emotional well-being and academic success.

Job Summary:

Are you a licensed or provisionally licensed therapist ready to make a lasting impact on the lives of students? Preferred Family Healthcare is actively searching for School Based Therapists to join our compassionate team and work alongside public schools in the local area. By becoming a part of our devoted team of School Based Therapists, you will have the chance to provide unwavering support and empowerment to students across different school districts.

Position Perks & Benefits:

• Annual Bonuses - up to $12,000 in annual collaborative service goal bonuses

• NHSC approved - eligible site for tax-free student loan assistance

• Licensure supervision - complimentary for LMSW's, PLPC's, PLMFT's

• Additional income opportunities - for LPC's and LCSW's

• Highly competitive salary - based on license type

• Employee benefits package - health, dental, PTO, & more

• Top-notch training - initial and ongoing

• Culture & Environment - welcoming and supportive

• Year-round employment - plus 10- or 11-month future options

Key Responsibilities:

• Individualized Counseling: Utilize your expertise to provide personalized counseling to meet the unique needs of students and achieve treatment goals. These services will be conveniently offered at the school site during operating hours.

• Caseload Management: Establish a caseload that aligns with supervisory guidelines, ensuring efficient coordination and effective management of cases.

• Academic Success Support: Offer prevention, intervention, and support services to identified students, aiming to reduce barriers that hinder their academic achievements. Your efforts will directly contribute to enhancing student success.

• Collaborative Treatment Planning: Participate in client staffing sessions to pinpoint issues and establish treatment goals and objectives, adhering to Burrell guidelines. Assume management responsibilities for assigned cases, ensuring comprehensive and effective treatment plans.

• Emergency Response: Contribute to emergency services by providing swift aid during emotional crises, ensuring that students receive immediate support and care.

• Comprehensive Follow-Up: Provide or coordinate thorough follow-up services for all clients under your care, ensuring continuity of care and ongoing support to promote their well-being.

• Community Resource Coordination: Collaborate with school counselors to coordinate student support, including facilitating access to a range of community resources. Your efforts will ensure students receive holistic care and support.

• Clinical Assessment and Intervention: Conduct clinical assessments and deliver interventions to students and families, utilizing your expertise and knowledge to address their specific needs. These services will be conveniently offered at the school site during operating hours.

• Liaison Role: Serve as a liaison, ensuring that services reach all members of a family and enabling seamless coordination of care.

Required Licensure:
 

- Possess (or soon to possess) licensure as one of the following:

• Provisionally Licensed Professional Counselor (PLPC)

• Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC)

• Licensed Master of Social Work (LMSW)

• Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW

*Note: Preferred Family offers complimentary licensure supervision for PLPC and LMSW.
The salary structure includes an increase upon obtaining LPC or LCSW licensure, after completing the no-cost supervision program.

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