School-Based Mental Health Therapist (Assoc Licensure)

River Edge Behavioral Health Center; Blandy (GA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible spending accounts

Disability insurance

11 paid holidays

Voluntary life insurance

Job summary

River Edge Behavioral Health is seeking experienced Mental Health Therapists to provide behavioral health services within local schools through the Georgia APEX Program. You will serve children aged 5 and up in elementary, middle, and high schools across the Monroe County School District in a supportive, professional environment.

The role involves conducting assessments, developing treatment plans, and delivering individual and family therapy in school settings or via telehealth, with a

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in psychology, counseling, social work, MFT, or rehabilitation counseling.
• Eligibility for associate licensure required; licensure pursuit to begin upon hire.
• Associate or full clinical licensure preferred (LCSW/LMSW, LPC/APC, LMFT/LAMFT).

Responsibilities

• Provide individual and family therapy for youth with mental health and/or substance use disorders in school settings, clinics, or via telehealth.
• Conduct clinical assessments, develop individualized treatment plans, and obtain necessary service authorizations.
• Complete accurate and timely documentation in the electronic medical record system.

Education

Master’s degree in psychology/counseling

Job description

River Edge Behavioral Health is seeking experienced Mental Health Therapists to provide behavioral health services within local schools through the Georgia APEX Program. You will serve children aged 5 and up in elementary, middle, and high schools across the Monroe County School District in a supportive, professional environment.

The role involves conducting assessments, developing treatment plans, and delivering individual and family therapy in school settings or via telehealth, with a