Behavioral Health Therapist, School-Based

Western North Carolina Community Health Services (WNCCHS); North Carolina; On-site; USD 65,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision, Telehealth

Floating Holidays

Paid Holidays

Job summary

Western North Carolina Community Health Services (WNCCHS) is hiring a Behavioral Health Therapist for a school-based role on-site in Asheville, NC. You will provide comprehensive behavioral health services, crisis intervention, and evidence-based therapies to students within the school setting.

The position requires a Master’s degree in social work or clinical mental health counseling and full licensure (LCSW or dual LCMHC/LCAS). Bilingual English/Spanish is preferred.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in social work or clinical mental health counseling.
• Fully licensed with LCSW or dual licensure (LCMHC and LCAS).
• Experience working with children and families.
• Experience completing clinical assessments and treatment plans.
• Bilingual English/Spanish preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive behavioral health services on-site at Asheville City Schools.
• Develop and implement treatment plans and conduct crisis intervention.
• Deliver evidence-based therapeutic interventions.
• Collaborate with school-based team, families, and interdisciplinary care staff.

Skills

Communication

Team collaboration

Bilingual

Crisis intervention

Education

Master’s degree in social work or clinical mental health counseling

Job description

BEHAVIORAL HEALTH THERAPIST- School-Based

Are you passionate about serving individuals across the lifespan?

Western NC Community Health Services (WNCCHS) is a Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) dedicated to delivering high‑quality, patient‑centered, integrated care with purpose and integrity. We are seeking a compassionate and skilled Behavioral Health Therapist – School-Based committed to clinical excellence and supporting the wellness of patients of all ages.
This role provides comprehensive behavioral health services on-site at Asheville City Schools. Our therapists provide treatment planning, crisis intervention, and solution‑focused, evidence‑based therapeutic interventions. The therapist collaborates closely with school‑based team (teachers, counselor, principal), family members, and the broader interdisciplinary team.
Behavioral Health Therapists are full‑time employees and work year‑round. BH Therapists may provide clinic‑based services during high demand periods or when school is out of session.

Qualifications & Preferred Experience

• Master’s degree in social work or clinical mental health counseling.
• Fully licensed with LCSW or dually licensed with LCMHC and LCAS.
• Experience working with children and families.
• Experience completing clinical assessments, developing treatment plans, and delivering evidence‑based therapeutic interventions.
• Ability to collaborate effectively within multidisciplinary and integrated care teams.
• Bilingual English/Spanish is preferred

Skills

• Skilled at working in fast‑paced environments and maintaining professionalism under pressure
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to interact professionally and compassionately with patients, families, and a diverse healthcare team.
• Collaborative, team‑focused communication style with the ability to work effectively across clinical and community settings.
• Working knowledge of medical office operations and familiarity with the role of Federally Qualified Health Centers (FQHCs) within the community.

Work/Life Benefits

• Competitive health plans for employees and dependents including Medical, Dental, Vision, and Telehealth
• Up to Two (2) Floating Holidays
• Up to Eleven (11) Paid Holidays
• Accrued PTO (total of 156 hours 1st year based on 40 hour week)
• No weekends, or holiday work required
• Free parking

Financial Well‑Being Benefits

• 403b Retirement Savings with Match
• Paid Licensure renewals
• Employer Paid Life Insurance
• HRSA and Public Non‑Profit Student Loan Forgiveness

Career Growth Benefits

• Monthly Staff Meetings and Training
• Relias Learning Management System
• Continuing Education (CEU)
• EPIC EHR platform

Western North Carolina Community Health Services (WNCCHS) is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment, services, programs or activities without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Salary range: $65,000 to $70,000 based on experience, licensure, and education.