School Based Counselor II or Therapist

Kitsap Mental Health Services • Bremerton, WA

6d • Onsite

About The Position

Kitsap Mental Health Services (KMHS) is hiring a School-Based Behavioral Health Counselor II or Therapist to provide behavioral and therapeutic support for children in our Madrona Day Treatment school program. As a key member of the team, you will work closely with students, families, and school personnel to create a supportive environment that fosters emotional regulation, social skills, and academic success. This role is an opportunity to make a meaningful impact on students’ lives while collaborating in a dynamic, team-oriented setting. If you are passionate about working with children and helping them thrive, apply today!

Requirements

• Bachelors Degree in Psychology, social services, or behavioral health field (for Counselor II).
• Master's Degree in Psychology, social services, or a mental health field (for Therapist).
• Experienced (minimum 3 years of job-related experience for Counselor II).
• Experienced (minimum 2 years of job-related experience for Therapist).
• Agency Affiliated Counselor (can be obtained after hire).
• FBI fingerprinting required per RCW 28A.400.303 for employees with regularly scheduled unsupervised access to children.
• Valid Food Worker card for Washington State (for Almira Main Campus - Madrona Program).
• Ability to operate a personal computer, fax machine, printer, and copier proficiently.
• Demonstrated ability to meet or exceed productivity standards.
• Demonstrated ability to work cooperatively and collaboratively as a team member.
• Able to assist in building positive working relationships with staff of all agency departments.

Nice To Haves

• Awareness of or working knowledge of Cognitive/Behavioral therapy, Rational/Emotive therapy, behavioral modification, applied behavior analysis, and development theory is strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assess referred students and connect them to appropriate services, including medical, behavioral health, and substance use supports.
• Conduct intakes and assessments as needed for students entering services.
• Provide brief intervention, crisis support, and trauma-informed care during the school day.
• Deliver individual, group, and family counseling using approaches such as CBT and Motivational Interviewing.
• Collaborate with school staff to develop and implement student support plans.
• Support behavioral interventions that help students follow school expectations and improve social and emotional functioning.
• Provide one-to-one support for students, including academic or transition-related needs.
• Partner with families through meetings, outreach, and coordination with external systems and services.
• Facilitate social skills and therapeutic groups focused on emotional regulation and interpersonal skills.
• Provide guidance and coaching to school faculty through observations, presentations, and participation in team meetings.
• Coordinate with outside providers, including medical, behavioral health, and developmental services.
• Document services and student progress in accordance with agency policies and procedures.
• Support program operations as needed, including organizing activities, supplies, or student programming.

Benefits

• Health, Dental & Vision Coverage
• Generous PTO: 4 weeks off in summer, 2 weeks in winter, and 1 week in spring, as well as 80 hours of sick leave annually.
• Fully Paid YMCA Membership for you and eligible family members
• Company-Paid Life & Disability Insurance
• Student Loan Assistance & Professional Development
• 403(b) Retirement Plan with Company Contributions
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Pet Insurance
• Free Wellness App (2MorrowHealth)

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level