School-Based Therapist (Rutherford County)
About The Position
The School-Based Therapist provides therapy to clients in a school setting while exercising sound clinical judgment. The role includes completing intake assessments and formulating diagnoses, maintaining timely clinical documentation, creating and updating treatment plans, and delivering therapy based on assessed clinical needs and diagnoses. The therapist responds to supervisory communications, including urgent care situations and other clinical needs, in virtual or face-to-face settings; keeps the administrative supervisor informed of potential issues affecting the program or organization; and responds to clients in a timely and professional manner. The position requires the ability to use computer and electronic equipment and software successfully. A master’s degree in Clinical Psychology, Mental Health Counseling, Social Work, Marriage and Family Therapy, or a specialization in Mental Health Counseling is required. Applicants with a master’s degree in a related field outside those disciplines must have at least 24 graduate-level semester hours in psychology, social work, counseling, or other behavioral health-related coursework, as well as relevant coursework and work experience in clinical treatment and treatment planning, appraisal and assessment of mental disorders, psychopathology, and use of the DSM for diagnostic purposes during a clinical internship or practicum in a behavioral health setting. Clinical experience is required and may be met through practicums or internships completed as part of a master’s program. A valid driver’s license and eligibility for coverage under the organization’s vehicle insurance policy are required. The starting salary range is $42,300–$46,700.
Requirements
- Master’s degree in Clinical Psychology, Mental Health Counseling, Social Work, Marriage and Family Therapy, or a specialization in Mental Health Counseling; alternatively, a master’s degree in a related field with at least 24 graduate-level semester hours in psychology, social work, counseling, or other behavioral health-related coursework.
- For applicants with a related master’s degree outside the listed disciplines: relevant coursework and work experience in clinical treatment and treatment planning, appraisal and assessment of mental disorders, psychopathology, and use of the DSM for diagnostic purposes in a behavioral health clinical internship or practicum.
- Clinical experience, which may be fulfilled through clinical practicums or internships completed as part of a master’s degree program.
- Valid driver’s license and eligibility to be covered under the organization’s vehicle insurance policy.
- Ability to successfully use computer and electronic equipment and software.
Nice To Haves
- License-eligible in the respective discipline is preferred.
Responsibilities
- Formulate a diagnosis upon completion of an intake assessment.
- Complete clinical documentation in a timely manner.
- Create and update treatment plans according to policy.
- Provide therapy services based on assessment of clinical needs and diagnosis.
- Respond to supervisory communications, including urgent care situations and other clinical needs, in virtual or face-to-face settings.
- Keep the administrative supervisor informed of potential issues that could affect the program or organization.
- Respond to clients’ needs in a timely and professional manner.
- Demonstrate sound clinical judgment in client care.
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision health coverage
- Flexible Spending and Health Savings Accounts
- 403b retirement plan with company match
- Paid time off and ten paid holidays
- Company-paid AD&D insurance, life insurance, and long-term disability
- Employee Resource Groups
- Continuing education opportunities
- Employee Assistance Program
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Job Type
Full-time
