School-Based Mental Health Therapist

Team Builder Recruiting • Town of Hayward, WI

1d • $34 - $40 • Hybrid

About The Position

This role involves providing compassionate, school-based mental health care to students in grades 1-12 within a Native American community. The therapist will work in an integrated care model, collaborating with various healthcare professionals to support the physical, emotional, and behavioral well-being of the Tribal community. The position emphasizes culturally respectful, relationship-centered support.

Requirements

• 1+ years of clinical experience providing mental health therapy or counseling services in a clinical or community setting
• Holds or is pursuing Wisconsin licensure as an LPC, APSW, LCSW, LMFT, or related behavioral health credential

Nice To Haves

• Experience working with children, adolescents, or diverse populations is a plus
• Dual Certification in Mental Health and AODA is preferred
• Responds calmly in changing environments, takes initiative, and adjusts therapeutic approaches to meet individual client needs
• Works effectively alongside healthcare providers, school personnel, and behavioral health teams to coordinate care.
• Maintains timely documentation, manages treatment plans, and communicates clearly with clients and care teams.
• Values relationship-based care and demonstrates sensitivity and compassion when serving Native American students, families, and communities.

Responsibilities

• Provide counseling and behavioral health support to students in grades 1–12 across local partner schools.
• Conduct assessments, evaluations, and DSM-5-based diagnoses for students and patients.
• Deliver individual, group, and family therapy using evidence-based approaches, including CBT and DBT.
• Develop, monitor, and adjust individualized treatment plans based on client progress and clinical needs.
• Respond to crises through intervention, safety planning, and referrals when appropriate.
• Maintain accurate clinical documentation, treatment records, and progress notes within required timelines.
• Collaborate with healthcare providers, school staff, families, and community resources to coordinate support services.
• Educate clients and families on coping strategies, wellness practices, and available mental health resources.
• Travel to partner schools up to 40 miles away to support student counseling programs.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, life, short and long-term disability coverage
• 401(k) with 3% employer match
• Paid clinical supervision for therapists pursuing licensure
• Paid maternity leave up to 8 weeks
• Paid paternity leave up to 2 weeks
• Loan repayment eligibility
• Mileage reimbursement
• Laptop provided
• Generous PTO
• 21 paid holidays
• Birthday leave

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed