School Based Mental Health Therapist

Davita Inc.; Farmington (MN); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking a School Based Mental Health Therapist for the 2025-2026 school year in Farmington, MN. You will provide essential mental health services to students, fostering their growth and resilience in collaboration with school staff. With a comprehensive benefits package and ongoing training support, this role is ideal for passionate clinicians eager to make a significant impact in students' lives.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package

Reduced summer schedule

Potential yearly bonus based on performance

Continuing education incentives

Mileage reimbursement

Professional development opportunities

Qualifications

• Master's degree in a relevant clinical field required.
• Strong clinical skills and passion for working with youth.
• Previous experience with children and adolescents preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conduct diagnostic assessments and develop treatment plans.
• Provide individual and family therapy to students.
• Utilize evidence-based practices to support mental health and academic success.

Skills

Critical thinking

Empathy

Communication

Education

Master's degree in Counseling Psychology, Social Work, Marriage and Family Therapy, or a related clinical field

Job description

Position: School Based Mental Health Therapist

Location: Farmington, MN

Job Id: 1964

# of Openings: 1

School-Based Mental Health Therapist Company: Associated Clinic of Psychology (ACP) Location: Farmington, MN Now interviewing candidates for the 2025-2026 school year! Job Description: ACP is seeking passionate school-based mental health therapists to serve students in Dakota County. Your skill set and dedication offer students the right support at the right time, helping them flourish when they need it. With 15+ years of experience delivering school-based mental health services, ACP is an established and respected agency with long-term partnerships in over 50 Dakota County schools. All Voices Welcome: ACP is an AA/EOE employer; we encourage BIPOC and LGBTQ+ individuals to apply. Responsibilities: Conduct thorough diagnostic assessments and develop focused treatment plans in a fast-paced school setting. Provide individual and family therapy to students (ages 5-21) in Dakota County schools. Consult and collaborate with school staff as a mental health team member. Utilize evidence-based practices and creative interventions to address mental/behavioral health, chemical health, and academic success. Support students in developing resilience, emotional regulation, and coping skills. Opportunities for group work. Requirements: Master's degree in Counseling Psychology, Social Work, Marriage and Family Therapy, or a related clinical field and are on track to become an LMFT, LPCC, or LICSW. Strong clinical skills and a passion for working with youth and families. A desire for teaming. Strong communication skills. Mental stability and ability to model appropriate ethics and boundaries. Timely submission of documentation of services. Valid driver's license and auto insurance, plus a willingness to travel within the Minneapolis-St.Paul metro area. Previous experience working with children and adolescents is preferred, but a genuine interest in learning and developing the skill is most important. What We Value: Critical thinking. Empathy and willingness to serve kids and their families. Diversity of experience, background, culture, and ideas. Thorough Training Our school-based programs are a safe place to learn and prepare for licensure while helping you develop skills to be a well-rounded mental health therapist (e.g., practice management, real-life ethics, risk-regulatory-clinical, critical thinking, etc.) To support your ongoing growth, we offer: Mentor for shadowing and support (new providers only). Orientation process to provide effective learning & independence. Up to 8 hours/month (4 individual/dyad, 4 group) with board-approved, seasoned clinicians with years of experience doing community-based work. Free professional development CEUs. New provider cohort twice per month. Clinical 'drop-in' times available monthly with our leadership team. Opportunity to obtain experience in multiple services while on licensure track: therapy (in-home and school-based), ARMHS and CTSS, diagnostic assessments, and treatment planning. Relational hours toward licensure for Marriage and Family therapy applicants. Benefits: As a school-based mental health therapist, you're eligible for our comprehensive benefits package: Emphasis on work-life balance with PTO and flexibility around your schedule. Reduced summer schedule with a consistent year-round salary. Potential to earn a yearly bonus based on billable hours. Phone, laptop, and laptop bag, with a Verizon employee discount. Continuing education incentives and employee engagement opportunities to foster professional growth, connections, and development, including free CEUs and education stipend opportunities. No-show reimbursement (per policy). Mileage reimbursement (per policy). Fun staff engagement events to enhance coworker relationships. From Our Team: "Working with clients in their schools allows me the wonderful opportunity to see clients in their day-to-day environment and collaborate with multiple caregivers and professionals to coordinate client's care and ensure therapy interventions are relevant and helpful in their daily lives." - Dana, LMFT with 3 years in the school-based division at ACP As a school-based mental health therapist, you'll have the opportunity to make a difference, supporting students' academic and social success. We invite you to apply and become a valuable member of ACP. Starting Pay: $28 - $33 hourly. Actual compensation may vary as determined by licensure, education, experience, skillset, FT/PT status, and schedule. CLN123

Pay Range: $28 - $33 per hour

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