Mental Health Therapist , .2 FTE- Bilingual Required

Corvallis SD 509J; Corvallis (OR); On-site; USD 11,000 - 21,000; Part time

Job summary

Corvallis School District Garfield Elementary in Corvallis, Oregon seeks a Mental Health Therapist at 0.2 FTE to provide direct screening, diagnosis, and treatment planning for students and families in school-based settings. Bilingual proficiency is required.

Salary range reflects prorated full-time pay and benefits; start date ASAP with earliest review September 4, 2026. The role includes开展 caseload management, collaboration with families and school staff, and adherence to district and state

Qualifications

• Bilingual proficiency required.
• Experience providing mental health services in school settings preferred.
• Ability to manage caseload and complete documentation per district policies.

Responsibilities

• Meets the standards of ethical performance per Oregon rules and district policies.
• Assess referrals, screen mental health needs, and develop/implement treatment plans for individuals, families, and groups.
• Provide individual, family, and group psychotherapy within school-based therapeutic spaces.
• Manage a caseload with balance between clinical intensity and flexibility.
• Collaborate with students, families, and staff to support school progress.
• Prioritize client self-determination while integrating supports into school systems.
• Complete required clinical documentation in the CSD medical record system and maintain confidentiality.

Skills

Bilingual

Caseload management

Tools

CSD medical record system

Job description

Mental Health Therapist , .2 FTE- Bilingual Required

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Job Details

Job ID: 5897960 Application Deadline: Posted until filled Posted: Aug 22, 2026 2:01 AM (UTC)

Job Description

PURPOSE: The purpose of this position is to provide high quality mental health care to CSD students and families in an effective manner and in accordance with accepted professional practice standards. This purpose is fulfilled through direct screening, diagnosis and case formulation/implementation of treatment plan for individuals, family and group psychotherapy within school based therapeutic spaces.

FTE: .2 FLSA Status: Licensed - Professional Contract Status: Temporary Start Date: As soon as possible Calendar: 191 Work Days Salary: $56,258. - $105,238.withbenefits ,prorated according to FTE, Salary based on full-time status. Retirement Contribution: Corvallis School District participates in the Oregon PublicEmployee Retirement System (PERS and OPSRP) on behalf of its employees. Upon eligibility, the district contributes 6% of an employee's salary to their Individual Account Program (IAP). Eligibility is defined as working at least six full calendar months in a qualifying position. Part-time employees working at least six months and 600 hours in a calendar year will qualify.

• Posting is open until filled with earliest possible review September 4th, 2026.
• Bilingual required.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Meets the standards of Competent and Ethical Performance as outlined in Oregon Administrative Rules (OAR 584-020-000 to 584-020-045). The following are examples of principle duties; however, any one position may not cover all duties listed and examples may not cover all duties an employee is expected to perform.

• Assess appropriateness of referral based on mental health program screening criteria.
• Assess the mental health challenges of the client, and complete a direct screening, diagnosis and case formulation/implementation of treatment plan for individual, family and group psychotherapy.
• Work with individuals and groups of students to improve skills in decision‑making and interpersonal relations with the goal of social/emotional balance and educational progress.
• Manage a caseload of clinical work. There is a balance of clinical intensity and flexibility of caseload based on client need (rather than solely "productivity based" model).
• Consult with students and families, and staff in identifying and solving problems that interfere with school progress.
• MH therapists will prioritize client's self determination of treatment (students/families) while integrating the client supports into systems in the schools..

Documentation and Administrative Management:

• Complete required clinical documentation into CSD medical record system or to maintain a medical/ethical/legal client record (including assessments, treatment plans, recommendation letters and service notes).
• Maintain timely, complete and confidential records as required by law, district policy, and administrative regulations.
• Provide timely assessments, treatment planning and measurable goal setting; including annual reviews for transitions/termination and or discharge.
• Provide case management through appropriate triaging and referrals in coordination with clients and families. Obtaining a Release of Information when consulting with other providers and agencies.
• Assist in transition between elementary and middle school or middle school and high school.

Population Based Health Management:

• MH therapists will participate in school based teams (ie. 504, IEP, SST, CARE team, WRAP) as an advocate for their client's needs.
• MH therapist will work with school counselors, dean of students, and administrators as part of a behavioral health responder.
• Work as part of the school team to fully implement Response to Intervention (RTI). This could include school improvement planning, parent engagement, school committees, etc. Therapists and supervisor will collaboratively prioritize client's needs while balancing macro building support.

Mental Health Response:

• As part of an integrated behavioral mental health team, the MH therapist will support direction and guidance to administrators and staff through their specific lens of expertise.
• Work collaboratively with school personnel in meeting diverse social, emotional and academic needs of students.
• Therapist will be a catalyst to challenge stigmas and discrimination and work in collaboration with the school admin team to promote an inclusive environment. And, recognizing the unique challenges faced by individuals with diverse backgrounds.
• Serve as liaison between school and community resources that benefit students, families and the school community.

Other:

• Create and model a respectful learning environment.
• Effectively work with and respond to people from diverse cultures or backgrounds.
• Work effectively and collaboratively with diverse student, staff and community populations.
• Establish and maintain open lines of communication with all students and with parents/guardians concerning both academic and behavioral progress of students.
• Assist school staff and administration in implementing all policies and/or rules governing student conduct, reinforce individual schools' plans for positive behavior support, and utilize effective, proactive behavior management skills in all school settings.
• Utilize technology as related to job responsibilities.
• Reflect upon your own performance and