School Based Mental Health Therapist

Blue Ridge Health; Brevard, Town of Chili (NC, NY); On-site; USD 45,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking nonprofit organization dedicated to improving health and promoting healing. As a School-Based Mental Health Therapist, you'll play a crucial role in providing compassionate mental health services to youth in the school setting. This position offers a supportive work environment with competitive benefits, including a sign-on bonus, flexible work schedules, and opportunities for professional development. You'll engage with the community, deliver therapy, and collaborate with various agencies, making a meaningful impact on the lives of young individuals. If you're passionate about mental health and community service, this role is a perfect fit for you.

Benefits

Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance

403(b) Retirement Account with Matching

Flexible Work Schedules

Continuing Education Reimbursement

Telework Opportunities

Tuition Reimbursement Program

Paid Time Off

Mental Health Resources

Clinical Supervision for Associate Clinicians

9 Paid Holidays

Qualifications

• 2 years of clinical work experience preferred.
• Ability to develop treatment plans and perform assessments.

Responsibilities

• Provide outpatient mental health treatment/services to youth in schools.
• Deliver individual, family, and group therapy.

Skills

Clinical Assessments

Individual Therapy

Group Therapy

Communication Skills

Bilingual Abilities

Education

Licensed Clinical Social Worker

Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor

Tools

Electronic Health Records

Job description

Overview

Blue Ridge Health is currently seeking a School Based Mental Health Therapist to be part of our Behavioral Health Team in Brevard, NC.

A newly hired Therapist/Behavioral Health Service Provider can receive a sign on bonus of up to $5,000.00, depending on the service agreement chosen. Service contracts are for 1, 2, or 3 years.

What We Offer You:

• A competitive benefits plan, including Medical, Dental and Vision
• Company sponsored life insurance and short and long-term disability coverage
• 403(b) retirement account with company matching
• Supplemental accident insurance available
• 9 paid holidays per year
• PTO and Personal Day accrual, starting day 1 - (We value a work-life balance!)
• Clinical supervision provided for associate level clinicians (as applicable for LCSWA, LCMHCA, LCASA)
• Continuing education reimbursement ($500 per year)
• In-house trainings provided, CE hours towards licensure requirements
• Eligibility for student loan repayment for federal and/or state programs
• Flexible Work Schedules Considered
• Needs Accommodations Programs
• Mental Health Resources
• Telework Opportunities Considered
• Tuition Reimbursement Program

What You'll Do:

The School-Based Mental Health Therapist provides outpatient mental health treatment/services to youth in the school setting. Responsibilities include delivering individual, family, and group therapy, interacting with provider agencies and referral sources, participating in team meetings, and providing education and support to the community.

What We're Looking For:

• Licensed Clinical Social Worker or Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor (fully or provisionally licensed or license eligible) in North Carolina
• 2 years of clinical work experience preferred
• LCAS or LCAS-A licensure a plus
• Ability to perform comprehensive clinical assessments and develop treatment plans
• Experience with Electronic Health Records preferred
• Experience in individual and group therapy
• Excellent listening and communication skills
• Bilingual abilities a plus

About Blue Ridge Health:

Our mission is to improve health, inspire hope, and promote healing through access to compassionate, affordable, and quality care. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment that respects diversity and promotes cultural competence. Blue Ridge Health is a nonprofit system of Federally Qualified Health Centers (FQHCs) serving communities throughout WNC.

We provide equal employment opportunities and prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind, in accordance with applicable laws. We value diversity and strive to foster a supportive, inclusive workplace culture.