School-Based Mental Health Therapist — Empower Students

Family Service Association of Greater Elgin; Elgin (IL); On-site; USD 49,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401k

Paid time off

Job summary

Family Service Association of Greater Elgin is seeking a School-Based Mental Health Therapist in Elgin, IL. The role involves providing individual, group, and family therapy across school, home, and community settings with a minimum 18 appointments per week.

Collaboration with school staff and community partners is essential to support student outcomes. The position requires a Master's degree in a related field, licensure or eligibility, and strong crisis intervention skills.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in psychology, Social Work, Licensed Professional Counselor, or related field.
• Bilingual in Spanish preferred; ability to work with diverse backgrounds.

Responsibilities

• Provide individual therapy and group therapy to students.
• Collaborate with school personnel regarding treatment plans and outcomes.
• Work with families/guardians to share treatment progress with proper releases.
• Respond to emergencies/crises and coordinate with related programs as needed.
• Maintain a minimum of 18 appointments per week and complete administrative tasks on time.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Organizational skills

Time management

MS Office

Education

Master's degree in psychology, Social Work, LPC, or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Family Service Association of Greater Elgin is seeking a School-Based Mental Health Therapist in Elgin, IL. The role involves providing individual, group, and family therapy across school, home, and community settings with a minimum 18 appointments per week.

Collaboration with school staff and community partners is essential to support student outcomes. The position requires a Master's degree in a related field, licensure or eligibility, and strong crisis intervention skills.