School-based Behavioral Health Therapist | Kalispell Schools

Logan Health Medical Center; United States; On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pay raises

Benefits package

Fitness center discount

401(k) match

Life insurance

Licensure supervision

Supportive leadership

Job summary

Logan Health Medical Center is seeking a Behavioral Health Therapist (LCSW, LMFT, or LCPC) to join a school-based team in Kalispell, MT. You will provide individual and group therapy to K-12 students across elementary and high school settings, collaborating with teachers and staff to support student wellness and learning.

The role requires Montana licensure, school-based experience, and the ability to switch between elementary and high school environments while maintaining clinical judgment and

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Social Work, Psychology or related counseling field required.
• Current Montana LCSW, LCPC or LMFT license required (or obtained before hire date).
• Experience in school-based environment with K-12 population.

Responsibilities

• Triage referrals and liaise with stakeholders.
• Perform initial and comprehensive assessments including risk and level of care determination.
• Provide individual, group, and family therapy as part of a multi-disciplinary team.
• Coordinate patient transitions into services and discharges.
• Complete progress notes in EMR per protocol.
• Provide crisis management and connect with community resources.

Skills

School counseling experience

K-12 therapy

De-escalation skills

Collaborative teamwork

Independent work

Education

Master’s degree in Social Work/Psychology or related counseling field

Montana LCSW/LCPC/LMFT license

Tools

Electronic Medical Records (EMR)

Job description

Shape Brighter Futures! Join Our School-Based Behavioral Health Team! Our Mission: Quality, compassionate care for all. Our Vision: Reimagine health care through connection, service and innovation. Our Core Values: Be Kind | Trust and Be Trusted | Work Together | Strive for Excellence. Logan Health is looking for a Behavioral Health Therapist (LCSW, LMFT, or LCPC) to join our school-based team! If you're looking for a school-based role where you can support students and grow your career, this could be the perfect opportunity.

Where you'll be working:

This position will split their time working at GlacierHighSchool and Rankin Elementary School in Kalispell, MT.

Who you are:

You must have experience working in a school environment, and therapy experience with ages from Kindergarten through 12th grade. Must be flexible to adjust switching between an Elementary and High school environment. Experience working with developmental needs, at risk situations, and clinical interventions is needed for this role. Strong clinical judgment, the ability to work independently, and excellent collaboration skills are essential. Proficiency with technology and the ability to adapt to new systems are also important.

What we offer you!

• Newly increased pay rates to reflect the expertise you bring!
• Competitive, affordable benefits package
• Logan Health Fitness Center membership discount
• 401(k) with generous immediate employer match
• Employer paid life insurance
• Free supervision if hired as a licensure candidate
• A supportive behavioral health leadership team and organization that is committed to providing access to mental health care in the communities it serves.

Qualifications:

Master’s degree in Social Work, Psychology or related counseling field required. Current Montana LCSW, LCPC or LMFT license required (or obtained before hire date) Must have experience working in a school based environment with Kindergarten -12th grade population. RQI Responder within 7 days of hire/transfer or before independent patient care whichever comes first. Possess knowledge of evidence-based practice and experience in assessment, crisis assessment, brief therapies, and clinical case management preferred. Ability to analyze, intervene and evaluate a range of psychosocial theory and methods as applicable to assigned area(s). Possess knowledge of cultural, ethnic, social, historical and spiritual issues relevant to the provision of mental health treatment as applicable to assigned area(s) preferred. De-escalation training successfully obtained within one (1) year of hire. Experience and/or knowledge of behavioral health disorders and treatment modalities. Excellent organizational skills, detail-oriented, a self-starter, possess critical thinking skills and be able to set priorities and function as part of a team as well as independently. Commitment to working in a team environment and maintaining confidentiality as needed. Excellent verbal and written communication skills including the ability to communicate effectively with various audiences. Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to manage sensitive and confidential situations with tact, professionalism, and diplomacy.

Job Specific Duties:

• Triages referrals from providers and ensures on-going liaison occurs with stakeholders as applicable to assigned area(s).
• Performs initial and comprehensive assessments, including diagnostic evaluation, risk assessment, behavioral systems, level of care need, and other information necessary to determine treatment as applicable to assigned area(s).
• Performs as part of a multi-disciplinary treatment team, provides consultation, and education services as applicable to assigned area(s).
• Coordinates patient transitions into services and discharges from treatment as applicable to assigned area(s).
• Coordinates care, admissions, and/or referrals with appropriate stakeholders as applicable to assigned area(s).
• Completes progress notes and documentation in EMR for services provided to patient per department protocol and as applicable to assigned area(s).
• As applicable to assigned area(s): Provides individual, group, and family therapy, clinical case management, and outreach services in an effort to fulfill the patient’s treatment goals, wellness and recovery; Participates in development of individual and/or group treatment plans utilizing a variety of brief psychotherapeutic, psychosocial and/or psychoeducational modalities.
• Provides crisis management as applicable to assigned area(s).
• Works with medical, clinical and support staff to arrange, mobilize, utilize, and coordinate a comprehensive range of community resources that effectively meet the identified patient and family needs as applicable to assigned area(s).
• Serves as a patient advocate and liaison with physicians and other healthcare professionals as applicable to assigned area(s).
• Complies with the legal and regulatory laws, reporting, and practice standards within scope of practice.
• The above essential functions are representative of major duties of positions in this job classification.
• Specific duties and responsibilities may vary based upon departmental needs.
• Other duties may be assigned similar to the above consistent with knowledge, skills and abilities required for the job.
• Not all of the duties may be assigned to a position.

Shift

Day Shift - 8 Hours (United States of America) Schedule: Full-time, 40 hours per week, Monday - Friday, 8-hour day shifts Logan Health operates 24 hours per day, seven days per week. Schedules are set to accommodate the requirements of the position and the needs of the organization and may be adjusted as needed.

Notice of Pre-Employment Screening Requirements

If you receive a job offer, please note all offers are contingent upon passing a pre-employment screening, which includes: Criminal background check Reference checks Drug Screening Health and Immunizations Screening Physical Demand Review/Screening

Equal Opportunity Employer

Logan Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE/AA/M-F/Vet/Disability). We encourage all qualified individuals to apply for employment. We do not discriminate against any applicant or employee based on protected veteran status, race, color, gender, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, age, disability or any other basis protected by applicable law. If you require accommodation to complete the application, testing or interview process, please notify Human Resources.

About Us

At Logan Health, our work is driven by our mission, vision, and values: Our Mission Quality, compassionate care for all. Our Vision Reimagine health care through connection, service, and innovation. Our Core Values Be Kind – We foster compassion and positivity in our work environment. Work Together – Collaboration leads to innovation, efficiency, and improved communication. Trust and Be Trusted – We build trust by acting with authenticity, empathy, and good intent. Strive for Excellence – We continually push ourselves to improve, innovate, and deliver high-quality care and services.