School Based Therapist

Brightli
US - Missouri - Trenton
January 8, 2025

Job Title: School Based Therapist
Location: Trenton, MO * Covering Princeton, MO and surrounding area schools*
Department: Preferred Family Healthcare
Employment Type: Full Time
Shift:Full Time

Job Summary:

Are you a compassionate and skilled therapist dedicated to improving mental health and well-being? Join Preferred Family Healthcare as a School Based Therapist, where you'll provide essential therapeutic services such as counseling, psychotherapy, and behavior modification within your geographical region, field, and scope of practice.

As a Therapist, you will assess, diagnose, and treat individuals, families, and couples, utilizing evidence-based interventions to foster coping skills, enhance relationships, and support overall well-being. This role offers the opportunity to grow professionally while making a meaningful impact in your community.

Kirksville, MO offers a variety of events and activities to choose from. Whether it's visiting the state park, stopping by the farmers market, being engaged in the college and universities, or enjoying community events and businesses. Kirksville is a community driven hub with a high quality of life. Join us and be part of our mission to promote mental health awareness and improve access to resources!

Position Perks & Benefits:

29 Days of PTO
Competitive Pay
Employee benefits package - health, dental, vision, retirement, life, & more*
Competitive 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan - up to 5% match for Part-Time and Full-Time employees
Company-paid basic life insurance
Emergency Medical Leave Program
Flexible Spending Accounts - healthcare and dependent child-care
Health & Wellness Program
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Employee Discount Program
Mileage Reimbursement

Key Responsibilities:

Provide individual, group, family, and other practical counseling tailored to client needs and treatment goals.
Complete intake, screening, and comprehensive assessment processes within designated timeframes as required by state regulatory, accreditation, and agency standards.
Diagnose and document client conditions based on thorough assessments.
Develop and implement individualized treatment plans in compliance with standards, demonstrating evolution based on ongoing assessments.
Participate in clinical staffing and treatment meetings, offering insights and feedback.
Meet department-specific Collaborative Service Goal (CSG) requirements.
Collaborate with internal departments to ensure authorized services are approved and supported with required information.
Document all services provided in a timely manner, ensuring compliance with standards and treatment plans.
Address and correct any file or charting deficiencies promptly.
Assist clients through transition processes and complete necessary correspondence, including summaries and plans.
Complete all mandatory training in alignment with regulatory and agency standards.
Represent the agency professionally within the community.
Handle crisis situations and participate in emergency services as needed.
Provide supervision to trainees once all professional requirements are met.
Facilitate specialized services, including trauma and co-occurring therapy.
Offer clinical consultation and training on evidence-based practices and clinical issues.
Demonstrate commitment to the organization's long- and short-term goals.
Perform other duties as assigned by leadership.

Education and/or Experience Qualifications:

Master's degree in Social Work, Psychology, Counseling, or a related field.
Current licensure with the applicable board of professional registration for the practicing state, such as Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC), Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), or Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT).
Willingness to obtain licensure in additional states as needed.
Comfortable and willing to provide telehealth services (training provided).

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Expertise in diagnostic criteria for mental health and substance use disorders.
In-depth knowledge of caseload management, rehabilitation methods, and relevant legal requirements.
Familiarity with supervisory and training techniques in a treatment setting.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to establish effective relationships via in-person and telehealth platforms.
Proficient in following directions and accepting supervision.

Supervisory Requirements:
None

Brightli is on a Mission:
A mission to improve client care, reduce the financial burden of community mental health centers by sharing resources, a mission to have a larger voice in advocacy to increase access to mental health and substance use care in our communities, and a mission to evolve the behavioral health industry to better meet the needs of our clients.

As a behavioral and community mental health provider, we value diversity, equity, and inclusion in our workforce and encourage applications from individuals from diverse backgrounds and experiences. If you are passionate about empowering your local communities and promoting health equity, we invite you to join our mission-driven organization that is committed to building a diverse, equitable, inclusive, and authentic workplace.

We are an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer, and encourage applications from all qualified individuals without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, marital status, disability or veteran status, or to other non-work related factors.

Preferred Family Healthcare is a Smoke and Tobacco Free Workplace.

Read the full job description and apply online on the recuiter's web-site

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