Mental Health Therapist - School Programs

Hackley Community Care; Muskegon (MI); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Meaningful practice

Team-based culture

Competitive compensation

Paid time off and holidays

Quarterly performance bonuses

Retirement plan with company match

CE support (time & funding)

NHSC loan repayment potential

Job summary

Hackley Community Care in Muskegon, MI is seeking a dedicated Mental Health Therapist to support school-based programs for children and adolescents. You will provide individual and group counseling and collaborate with school staff and HCC’s provider team to address behavioral health needs.

Requirements include a Master’s in behavioral/mental health, an active Michigan license (LMSW/LLMSW/LPC/LLPC/LLP or equivalent), CPR/BLS, and experience with Play Therapy for elementary children.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in behavioral/mental health.
• Active, unrestricted Michigan license (LMSW/LLMSW/LPC/LLPC/LLP or equivalent).
• CPR/BLS certification (or willingness to obtain).
• Experience in Play Therapy with elementary-aged children.

Responsibilities

• Provide individual and group counseling to children and adolescents.
• Collaborate with school staff and HCC’s provider team to support mental health needs.
• Deliver consultation, education, and training to school staff as needed.
• Coordinate behavioral and mental health services for effective care delivery.
• Accurately document clinical notes in the EHR system.
• Offer evidence-based patient education in individual and classroom settings.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Team collaboration

Education

Master’s degree in Behavioral/Mental Health

CPR/BLS certification

Tools

EHR system

Job description

Position:Mental Health Therapist - School Programs

Location: Muskegon, MI

Job Id:645

# of Openings:2

School Mental Health Therapist
Schedule: Full-Time or Part-Time | Follows School Calendar
Note: Summer hours may be limited or unavailable based on staffing needs and program scheduling.
Location: Muskegon, MI
Hackley Community Care (HCC) is a Federally Qualified Health Center committed to providing compassionate, high-quality, and integrated health services to the residents of Muskegon County. We offer a mission-driven workplace where your expertise makes a real impact—supported by a collaborative team that values professional growth. As a School Mental Health Therapist or Counselor, you’ll work in a supportive elementary school environment, helping young students thrive emotionally, socially, and academically.

Perks & Benefits Include:

• A rewarding and meaningful practice setting
• Supportive, team-based work culture
• Competitive compensation
• Paid time off and paid holidays
• Quarterly performance bonuses
• Retirement plan with company contribution
• Continuing education support (time & funding)
• Potential for loan repayment through the National Health Service Corps (NHSC)

What You’ll Do:

• Provide individual and group counseling to children and adolescents.
• Collaborate with school staff and HCC’s provider team to support mental health needs.
• Deliver consultation, education, and training to school staff as needed.
• Coordinate behavioral and mental health services for effective care delivery.
• Accurately document clinical notes in the electronic health record (EHR) system.
• Offer evidence-based patient education in individual and classroom settings.
• Make appropriate referrals to internal and external support services.

Qualifications:

• Master’s degree from an accredited behavioral/mental health program
• Active, unrestricted Michigan license as an LMSW, LLMSW, LPC, LLPC, LLP or equivalent
• CPR/BLS certification (or willingness to obtain)
• Experience in Play Therapy preferred, especially for elementary-aged children
• Clinical experience diagnosing and treating mental health conditions
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team
• Commitment to confidentiality and cultural sensitivity