Mental Health Therapist - School-based, Robert Eagle Staff Middle School (1.0FTE)

Neighborcare Health; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 103,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking organization dedicated to providing essential mental health services to children and teens. This role emphasizes a comprehensive approach to care, focusing on strengths-building and symptom reduction. As a Mental Health Therapist, you will engage with students and families, delivering high-quality therapy and support within a school-based health center. With a commitment to inclusivity and accessibility, this innovative firm offers a collaborative environment where your expertise can make a significant impact on the lives of young individuals. If you are passionate about mental health and community service, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Medical, Dental & Vision insurance

Paid time off & holidays

Retirement plan with contribution match

Life & AD&D insurance

Pet insurance

Employee assistance program

Qualifications

• Master’s degree or PhD in relevant field required.
• Active mental health license in Washington is essential.

Responsibilities

• Deliver strengths-based services to clients.
• Provide individual, family, and group therapy.
• Assess mental health needs and develop treatment plans.

Skills

Effective collaboration with diverse populations

Understanding of child and adolescent development

Knowledge of mental health diagnoses

Ability to implement evidence-based methods

Proficiency in English communication

Education

Master’s degree in Social Work or Counseling

PhD in Psychology

Active mental health license in Washington

Job description

Mental Health Therapist - School-based, Robert Eagle Staff Middle School (1.0FTE)

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Position Summary

School Based Mental Health Therapists provide mental health services to children and teens within the school-based health center setting, in accordance with the Mental Health Scope of Services. They focus on a comprehensive spectrum of care, from promoting healthy development and prevention to long-term intervention and support for students who cannot access adequate mental health care elsewhere. Emphasis is on asset and strengths-building, symptom reduction, increasing, stabilizing, and maintaining functioning, utilizing individual, family, and group modalities. Services are delivered using various therapeutic techniques, including evidence-based practices.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental & Vision insurance
• Paid time off & holidays
• Retirement plan with contribution match
• Life & AD&D, pet insurance
• Employee assistance program, and more

Compensation

• Target salary range: $85,633.60 to $102,814.40 annually
• Final offers depend on experience, skills, location, and other factors
• Note: During summer, this position is on standby for approximately 8-10 weeks without pay; duration may vary yearly.

Primary Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality, strengths-based services to clients
• Assist students, families, and school staff in overcoming psychosocial and emotional health barriers
• Provide individual, family, and group therapy, case management, classroom presentations, and psycho-educational services as needed
• Participate in school-wide interventions
• Assess mental health needs and develop individualized treatment plans
• Coordinate care with multidisciplinary teams and external providers
• Perform additional duties as assigned

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Effective and respectful collaboration with diverse student populations
• Understanding of child and adolescent development, family systems, and group dynamics
• Knowledge of mental health diagnoses and local resources
• Ability to identify risk factors and implement evidence-based therapeutic methods
• Proficiency in English communication skills

Educational and Licensing Requirements

• Master’s degree in Social Work, Counseling, or related field, or PhD in Psychology
• Active, unrestricted mental health license in Washington (LICSW, LMFT, LMHC, or Psychologist)

About Neighborcare Health

Since 1968, Neighborcare Health has been committed to removing barriers to healthcare. We serve diverse, low-income, and uninsured populations across Seattle, providing comprehensive medical, dental, and mental health services in over 30 clinics, with a pay-what-you-can model. Our team speaks over 55 languages and is welcoming to all individuals regardless of insurance, income, or immigration status.