School Based Mental Health Therapist

Associated Clinic of Psychology; South Saint Paul (MN); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established agency is seeking dedicated school-based mental health therapists to support students in Dakota County. This role involves conducting assessments, providing therapy, and collaborating with school staff to ensure students receive the necessary mental health support. With a focus on resilience and coping skills, therapists will engage in meaningful work that directly impacts students' academic and social success. The agency values diversity and offers comprehensive training, mentorship, and a supportive environment for professional growth. Join a team that prioritizes work-life balance and offers a competitive salary with potential bonuses.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package

Work-life balance with PTO

Reduced summer schedule

Phone and laptop provided

Continuing education incentives

No-show reimbursement

Fun staff engagement events

Qualifications

• Master's degree in a related clinical field and on track for LMFT, LPCC, or LICSW.
• Strong clinical skills and a passion for working with youth and families.

Responsibilities

• Conduct diagnostic assessments and develop treatment plans in schools.
• Provide individual and family therapy to students aged 5-21.

Skills

Clinical Skills

Empathy

Critical Thinking

Team Collaboration

Education

Master's degree in Counseling Psychology

Master's degree in Social Work

Master's degree in Marriage and Family Therapy

Job description

Position:School Based Mental Health Therapist

Location: South St Paul, MN

Job Id:1951

# of Openings:1

School-Based Mental Health Therapist
Company: Associated Clinic of Psychology (ACP)
Location: South St Paul, 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.
• 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.
• 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.
• 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).
• 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.