School-Based Mental Health Therapist – Sign-On Bonus

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

Benefits offered by this job

Hiring bonus: $3,000

Job summary

Family Service Association of Greater Elgin Area is hiring a School-Based Mental Health Therapist to deliver direct clinical services in school, home, and community settings. The role maintains an active caseload, collaborates with school staff, and coordinates care across community partners to support student outcomes.

The position requires a Master’s degree in psychology, social work, or a related field, with bilingual skills in Spanish preferred.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in psychology, social work, LPC, or related field.
• Experience working with children/adolescents in mental health settings preferred.
• Bilingual in Spanish preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide individual and group therapy to students and families.
• Coordinate care with school staff and community partners.
• Maintain active caseload and meet productivity expectations.
• Respond to crises and provide risk assessment support.
• Complete documentation within required timelines.
• Engage in supervision and monthly clinical meetings.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Time management

Organizational skills

Analytical skills

MS Office

Education

Master’s degree in psychology / social work / LPC

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Family Service Association of Greater Elgin Area is hiring a School-Based Mental Health Therapist to deliver direct clinical services in school, home, and community settings. The role maintains an active caseload, collaborates with school staff, and coordinates care across community partners to support student outcomes.

The position requires a Master’s degree in psychology, social work, or a related field, with bilingual skills in Spanish preferred.