School-Based Behavioral Health Therapist (Flexible Schedule)

Union County, NC; Monroe (NC); On-site; USD 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

Union County, NC seeks a Behavioral Health Therapist to provide therapy for students with clinical needs in a school setting and collaborate with the school social worker, school counselor, teachers and other relevant individuals to support the needs of the students. Operates on a flexible schedule as required.

The position requires a Master’s Degree in Social Work, Counseling or related field and licensure eligibility as a Clinical Social Worker, Clinical Mental Health Counselor, or Marriage &

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Social Work, Counseling or related field from an accredited university.
• Associate level licensure as a Clinical Social Worker, Clinical Mental Health Counselor, or Marriage & Family Therapist. 90 days to secure licensure if hired post-graduation, but before licensure is issued by state licensure board.
• Must have a valid Driver’s License and maintain a safe driving history as defined by policy.
• Fingerprint background check may be required for employment with the county.
• Preferred: Master’s degree with two years of behavioral healthcare or school setting experience.
• Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Clinical Mental Health Counselor, or Marriage & Family Therapist.

Responsibilities

• Interprets clinical information to pertinent team members.
• Completes Comprehensive Clinical Assessments.
• Provides coordination for care including referrals to needed services.
• Provides regular and consistent outpatient counseling/therapy to individuals, and/or groups.
• Intervenes early to assist parents, teachers, and student support staff in developing comprehensive strategies for supporting students in crisis.
• Completes relevant paperwork in a timely and proficient manner.
• Applies knowledge of child development.
• Provides education and consultation on behavioral health topics to staff, students and parents in various settings.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Clinical assessment

Crisis intervention

Team collaboration

Education

Master's degree in Social Work or Counseling

Job description

Union County, NC seeks a Behavioral Health Therapist to provide therapy for students with clinical needs in a school setting and collaborate with the school social worker, school counselor, teachers and other relevant individuals to support the needs of the students. Operates on a flexible schedule as required.

The position requires a Master’s Degree in Social Work, Counseling or related field and licensure eligibility as a Clinical Social Worker, Clinical Mental Health Counselor, or Marriage &