School-Based Licensed Mental Health Professional

Sun Behavioral Health Group; Kinston (NC); On-site; USD 54,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Dental insurance

Employee assistance program

Health insurance

Health savings account

Life insurance

Paid time off

Referral program

Vision insurance

Job summary

Pride in North Carolina, LLC seeks a School-Based Therapist to provide mental health services to children in the school setting, including assessments and therapy.

The role requires a Master’s degree in a human services field and NC licensure (LCSW/A, LCMHC(A), LMFT(A) or equivalent). Responsibilities include diagnostic assessments, individual therapy, and collaboration with school staff.

Qualifications

• Required: Master’s degree in a human service field and licensure in NC (LCSW(A), LCMHC(A), LMFT(A) or equivalent).
• Must be licensed in North Carolina; associate or fully licensed clinicians accepted.

Responsibilities

• Conduct diagnostic assessments.
• Deliver individual therapy in school settings.
• Collaborate with school staff and families to support student success.
• Complete documentation per Medicaid and insurance requirements.
• Monitor progress and update treatment plans as needed.

Skills

Assessment

Therapy

Collaboration

Documentation

Education

Master’s degree in a human services field

Job description

Job DetailsJob Location: PRIDE - KINSTON CLINIC - KINSTON, NC 28503Position Type: Full TimeSalary Range: $54,000.00 - $62,000.00 SalaryJob Shift: DaysTherapist, School-Based

At Pride in North Carolina, LLC, we are built on honesty, integrity, respect, and kindness. Our team is dedicated to providing the highest quality therapeutic services to individuals and families in the most caring environment possible. We offer evidence-based, person-centered care that empowers those we serve to thrive. Join us and become part of a resilient organization that values collaboration, growth, and making a meaningful impact in the lives of children and adults across North Carolina.

Pride in North Carolina, LLC is seeking a School-Based Therapist to provide mental health services to children within the school setting, including assessments and therapy.

Position Summary:

The School-Based Therapist conducts diagnostic assessments, delivers individual therapy, and collaborates with school staff and families to support student success.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assess strengths and needs through screening and evaluation.
• Formulate diagnoses and develop treatment plans.
• Provide individual and family therapy in school settings.
• Complete documentation per Medicaid and insurance requirements.
• Monitor progress and update crisis plans as needed.

Education & Experience:

• Required: Master’s degree in a human services field and licensure (LCSW(A), LCMHC(A), LMFT(A), or equivalent).
• Must be licensed in North Carolina; associate or fully licensed clinicians accepted.

This job description may be combined with another job description if there is not an adequate case load to sustain a full-time position. A minimum of a Master’s Degree in a human service field and provisional or full licensure by the state of North Carolina is required. Therapists must meet the licensure and/or experience requirements as specified in the service description based on the person-served’s needs.

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Vision insurance

HRSA approved site offering student loan repayment program for fully-licensed clinicians

Pride in North Carolina, LLC is part of SUN Behavioral Health, a national behavioral healthcare company committed to delivering exceptional treatment aligned with our mission of solving unmet needs in the communities we serve. Our values—chosen by our employees—reflect what matters most: safety, teamwork, integrity, and compassion.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Pride in North Carolina, LLC is committed to the principle of Equal Employment Opportunity for all employees and applicants. It is our policy to ensure that both current and prospective employees are afforded equal employment opportunity without consideration of race, religious creed, color, national origin, nationality, ancestry, age, sex, marital status, sexual orientation, or disability in accordance with local, state and federal laws.

Americans with Disabilities Act

Applicants as well as employees who are or become disabled must be able to perform the essential job functions either unaided or with reasonable accommodation. The organization shall determine reasonable accommodation on a case-by-case basis in accordance with applicable law.

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