Therapist (School-Based)

Legacy Community Health•Houston, TX

10d•Onsite

About The Position

Are you ready to bring your passion for mental health to a community-focused organization that values your skills and dedication? At Legacy Community Health, we’re not just an organization—we’re a family. Together, we work to create meaningful change in the lives of children, adolescents, and families through compassionate care and innovative solutions. As a therapist in our school-based program, you’ll be at the heart of our mission to provide accessible, high-quality behavioral health services. This opportunity offers a mission-driven impact, collaborative care with physicians and healthcare providers, work-life balance with flexible scheduling options, and growth opportunities including mentorship, professional development programs, and loan repayment options. At Legacy, you’ll find a workplace that nurtures your personal and professional growth while empowering you to make a lasting impact on the communities we serve.

Requirements

Master’s degree from an accredited college or university in social or behavioral sciences
Full current Texas license (LCSW, LPC and/or LMFT) in good standing with credentialing board
Maintain First Aid and CPR certifications
Participate in Medicare, Medicaid, workers' compensation, and other payment/reimbursement programs requested by Legacy
Minimum of 2 years paid work experience providing psychotherapy
Ability to manage and prioritize multiple deadlines

Nice To Haves

Bilingual English/Spanish preferred
Ph.D. holders in their specialty will receive CME/CEU stipend equivalent to doctorate level, as per policy

Responsibilities

Screen and assess new clients to identify presenting issues, address immediate needs, and provide appropriate referrals.
Conduct thorough psychosocial evaluations to guide individualized care plans.
Deliver individual, couples, and family therapy to clients facing biopsychosocial stressors.
Utilize evidence-based therapeutic modalities, with a focus on effective childhood disorder interventions.
Collaborate with clients, healthcare providers, and physicians to design tailored treatment plans.
Reassess clients periodically to update treatment plans based on their progress and evolving needs.
Maintain accurate, timely documentation of client interactions in medical records.
Perform billing activities in alignment with agency protocols.
Stay informed on the latest therapeutic techniques, theories, and research to enhance clinical effectiveness.
Engage in monthly supervisory meetings to review cases and refine therapeutic approaches.
Educate clients on health and illness prevention, including family planning and preventative health services.
Participate in required meetings and contribute to a collaborative, team-oriented environment.
Work a flexible full-time schedule, including some evenings and occasional weekends, to meet client needs.
Take on additional duties as assigned to support the mission of Legacy Community Health.