School-based Therapist

Pan American Academy Charter School • Philadelphia, PA

2d • Onsite

About The Position

We are looking for a School-Based Therapist to join our team. This role plays a vital part in promoting the mental, emotional, and behavioral well-being of our diverse student population, ensuring they have the support needed to succeed in a rigorous and inclusive academic environment. The therapist will provide direct mental health services, including individual and group counseling, crisis intervention, and family engagement. In this collaborative role, the therapist will work closely with educators, administrators, and families to implement trauma-informed and culturally responsive interventions aligned with the school’s mission and values.

Requirements

• Master’s Degree in Social Work, Counseling, Psychology, or a related field
• Current Pennsylvania licensure (e.g., LCSW, LPC, LMFT) or working toward licensure under clinical supervision
• Strong knowledge of child and adolescent development, mental health assessment, and evidence-based therapeutic practices
• Experience developing and implementing individualized treatment plans and therapeutic interventions for students
• Skill in using trauma-informed, culturally responsive, and strengths-based approaches to support student wellness
• Excellent oral and written communication skills for collaborating with families, staff, and community partners
• Ability to build trust and rapport with students, families, and staff to foster a safe and supportive school environment
• Commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion in school-based mental health services

Nice To Haves

• Bilingual in Spanish, preferred

Responsibilities

• Provide direct mental health services, including individual and group counseling
• Provide crisis intervention
• Provide family engagement
• Work closely with educators, administrators, and families to implement trauma-informed and culturally responsive interventions

Benefits

• Competitive salary, commensurate with experience and qualifications
• Medical, dental and vision benefits, which include mental health visits at the primary copay rate and a healthy pregnancy maternity program
• Up to 8 free counseling/therapy sessions annually through Employee Assistance Programs and access to a Wellness Hub
• Flexible Savings Accounts for Health, Dependent Day Care & Commuter Reimbursements
• Pennsylvania Public School Employees Retirement (PSERS) for current and active members, or PenServ 403(b) plan for new members, to help our employees save for retirement.
• Paid time off for sick days, personal days, and holidays
• We believe in the importance of ongoing professional development and provide opportunities for our employees to attend workshops, conferences, and training sessions.
• Enjoy team building, appreciation days, supportive and collaborative environments, and much more!
• Employee Referral Bonuses

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 11-50 employees