School-Based Therapist/Counselor (Licensed)

Compass Health Network • Union, MO

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Compass Health Network is hiring a licensed School-Based Therapist/Counselor to provide mental health services directly in schools for multiple grade levels in the Schools of Washington School District. The therapist supports children, adolescents, and families through early intervention and compassionate, collaborative care, working closely with school personnel and Compass providers. This full-time clinical role follows a Monday–Friday, 8:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m. schedule and offers a school-aligned calendar, with no weekend shifts. Clinical consultation, supervision, and support are available.

Requirements

• Master’s degree in a human service-related field.
• Valid Missouri LCSW, LPC, or LMFT licensure or provisional licensure.

Nice To Haves

• Passion for supporting the mental health of children, teens, and families.
• Ability to thrive in school environments and collaborate closely with teachers, counselors, and administrators.
• Interest in early intervention and serving as an advocate and change agent in the local school community.

Responsibilities

• Provide individual, family, and/or group mental health therapy to students based on their needs.
• Complete initial evaluations, diagnostic assessments, and treatment plans in collaboration with students and families.
• Coordinate care with school staff, families, and other Compass providers to support holistic treatment.
• Maintain accurate, timely clinical documentation in accordance with agency policies, within 24 hours of service delivery.
• Participate in school meetings as appropriate to advocate for student needs.
• Serve as a mental health resource and consultant to school personnel.
• Support crisis intervention needs and safety planning, with 24/7 access to Compass crisis resources.
• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to ensure wraparound care for each student.

Benefits

• Licensure supervision provided.
• HRSA loan repayment eligibility upon full licensure at select locations.
• Paid holidays and no weekend shifts.
• Generous Paid Annual Leave.
• Robust onboarding and quarterly clinical training.
• Built-in clinical consultation and collaboration through a team-based model.
• Opportunities for leadership, program development, and specialized training.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time