School Based Therapist

Liberty Resources / Liberty POST•Syracuse, NY

10d•$54,225 - $60,225•Hybrid

About The Position

The School Based Therapist will provide assessments and therapeutic services to students and their families within a school-based setting. Due to the nature of this work, clinicians follow a schedule aligned with the academic school calendar.

Requirements

LMSW, LCSW, LMFT or LMHC preferred, permit therapists with clinical internship experience will also be considered.
Must be flexible and oriented to family work.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Computer skills and the ability to effectively use an Electronic Medical Record (EMR).
Must have a valid New York State driver’s license and access to reliable transportation when required.

Responsibilities

Conduct intake assessments including gathering data from parents, children and other relevant sources
Provide individual and family therapy, in the school and home environments
Use diagnostic and assessment information to support the development of a treatment plan
Utilize evidence-based practices
Provide crisis intervention services when necessary for caseload
Actively participate on the School Intervention Team and partner with school staff/teachers to best support child’s success in the school setting
Values service, excellence, and responsibility, seeing opportunity where others see barriers to success. We strive to create and sustain an inclusive environment where everyone feels a strong sense of belonging