Full Time School-Based Therapist

Wasatch Behavioral Health; American Fork (UT); On-site; USD 42,000 - 61,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Utah Retirement Systems (Pension & 401

Public Employees Health Plan (PEHP)

Vision Benefits Plan

Employer-Provided Health Savings Plan

Flexible Spending Account (FSA)

Company-Paid Disability Insurance

Paid Holidays

Generous PTO

Annual Pay Increases

Job summary

Wasatch Behavioral Health seeks a Full-Time Therapist for its School-Based Program serving Alpine School District. This onsite role delivers clinical services to students, collaborating with families and educators to support academic and emotional growth.

Licensed therapists or those pursuing licensure in Utah will provide individual, group, and family therapy, manage caseloads, and ensure timely documentation while engaging in school-based events and community partnerships.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in social work, mental health counseling, marriage and family therapy or related field.
• Utah licensure as CSW, ACMHC, AMFT, LCSW, CMHC, or LMFT (or ability to obtain before starting).
• Experience with clinical assessment, treatment planning, and providing therapy.
• Ability to work with individuals and families from diverse backgrounds.

Responsibilities

• Provide individual, group, and family therapy within school settings.
• Conduct assessments, diagnoses, treatment planning, and discharge planning.
• Maintain caseload with timely documentation.
• Collaborate with school staff, families, and multidisciplinary teams.
• Develop and oversee individualized treatment plans focused on student success.
• Support adolescents navigating emotional, behavioral, and mental health challenges.
• Participate in school-based events, meetings, and resource nights as needed.

Skills

Clinical assessment

Treatment planning

Therapy delivery

Team collaboration

Documentation

Cultural sensitivity

Education

Master's degree in social work / mental health field

Job description

Join Wasatch Behavioral Health and make a meaningful impact in your community as a Full-Time Therapist in our School-Based Program serving students throughout the Alpine School District. This onsite role offers a unique opportunity to provide mental health services directly within school and community settings, helping children and adolescents overcome behavioral health challenges that may be affecting their academic, social, and emotional success. As a therapist, you will collaborate with students, families, educators, and community partners to deliver compassionate, family-centered care that promotes resilience, well-being, and long-term growth. Therapists in this position earn $30.26–$44.47/hour. If you are passionate about supporting youth and making a difference where they learn and grow, we would love to hear from you.

Fully Licensed Therapist Preferred (LCSW, CMHC, LMFT)

Schedule: Monday-Friday, 8:00 AM-5:00 PM

Compensation: $30.26–$44.47 DOE and Licensure

Benefits

• Utah Retirement Systems (Pension & 401(k) options)
• Public Employees Health Plan (PEHP) Medical & Dental Insurance
• Vision Benefits Plan
• Employer-Provided Health Savings Account (HSA) Contributions
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA) Options
• Company-Paid Life Insurance
• Company-Paid Short- & Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Paid Annual Holidays
• Generous Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Scheduled Annual Pay Increases

About Us: Wasatch Behavioral Health

Wasatch Behavioral Health is a local government agency dedicated to providing compassionate, accessible mental health and substance-use services. We value collaboration, innovation, empathy, and creating a workplace where both clients and employees can thrive.

What You'll Do As a School Based Therapist

• Provide individual, group, and family therapy services within school settings
• Conduct clinical assessments, diagnoses, treatment planning, and discharge planning
• Maintain and manage an assigned caseload while ensuring timely documentation
• Collaborate with school staff, families, and multidisciplinary teams
• Develop and oversee individualized treatment plans focused on student success
• Support adolescents navigating emotional, behavioral, and mental health challenges
• Participate in school-based events, meetings, and resource nights as needed

Qualifications

• Master's degree in social work, Mental Health Counseling, Marriage and Family Therapy.
• Utah licensure as CSW, ACMHC, AMFT, LCSW, CMHC, or LMFT (or the ability to obtain it before starting).
• Solid skills in clinical assessment, treatment planning, and providing therapy.
• Comfortable working with individuals and families from diverse backgrounds.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to collaborate with a team.
• Reliable with documentation and maintaining professional standards.
• Committed to ethical practice and ongoing learning.
• Spanish speakers may qualify for a wage increase

Employment at Wasatch Behavioral Health is contingent upon successful completion of a drug screen, motor vehicle record review and criminal background check. After hire you must complete and receive a Criminal Background Clearance (BCI) from Utah State Office of Licensing. Upon receipt of a conditional offer of employment in the position, you must provide an official copy of licensure or certification.

Salary: $30.26 - $44.47 per hour