School-Based Behavioral Health Therapist | Make an Impact

Mountain Area Health Education Center - MAHEC; Asheville (NC); On-site; USD 64,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Mountain Area Health Education Center (MAHEC) is seeking a School Based Behavioral Health Therapist to deliver outpatient mental health services within assigned schools. You will meet clinical benchmarks, ensure quality care, and support program contracts and regulations.

The role includes conducting assessments, individual/family/group therapy, crisis planning, and collaborative treatment planning. Licensure as LCSW/LMHC or PhD/PsyD is required, with bilingual Spanish/English preferred and

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Mental Health, Counseling, or Social Work and qualifying licensure.
• Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) or Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) or Doctoral Level Psychologist (PhD, PsyD) with provisional license where applicable.
• Bilingual Spanish/English language skills preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide individual, family, and group therapy using approved clinical models.
• Conduct Comprehensive Clinical Assessments, trauma screenings, threat assessments, and crisis plans.
• Incorporate collateral information into case conceptualization and treatment planning.
• Participate in program planning related to therapeutic activities and treatment.
• Lead or participate in clinical service teams and referrals as needed.
• Provide training to clients and staff on behavioral strategies and interventions.

Skills

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

PowerPoint

Database applications

Education

Master’s degree in Mental Health, Counseling, or Social Work

Job description

Mountain Area Health Education Center (MAHEC) is seeking a School Based Behavioral Health Therapist to deliver outpatient mental health services within assigned schools. You will meet clinical benchmarks, ensure quality care, and support program contracts and regulations.

The role includes conducting assessments, individual/family/group therapy, crisis planning, and collaborative treatment planning. Licensure as LCSW/LMHC or PhD/PsyD is required, with bilingual Spanish/English preferred and