School Based Therapist

Iowa Primary Care Association, Inc.; Council Bluffs (IA); On-site; USD 73,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Student Loan Repayment Programs

Competitive Salary

Comprehensive Insurance

Continuing Education

Paid Time Off

Retirement Plans

Malpractice Insurance

Job summary

A community health organization is actively seeking a School Based Therapist to join their resource team in Council Bluffs, IA. This role includes providing direct care to students in local schools, working alongside a team of healthcare professionals. Candidates should have experience as a behavioral health therapist, and possess a relevant master's degree and Iowa licensure. Offered benefits include competitive salary, student loan repayment programs, comprehensive insurance, and generous paid time off.

Qualifications

• 1-5 years of experience as a behavioral health therapist.
• Graduation from an accredited social work or counseling program.
• Licensed to practice in Iowa.

Responsibilities

• Provide therapy to students in area schools.
• Collaborate with a team of mental health professionals.
• Document patient interactions using electronic health records.

Skills

Behavioral health therapy

Patient counseling

Experience in healthcare or school settings

Education

Graduation from an accredited master’s program

Licensed behavioral health professional (LISW; LMSW; or LMHC)

Tools

Ochin Epic

Job description

Overview

The Iowa Primary Care Association is actively recruiting a School Based Therapist to provide care at a vibrant community health center (FQHC) in Council Bluffs, IA! This position would be part of the health center's resource team on site at area schools.

What is a community health center (FQHC)?

The largest source of comprehensive primary care for underserved communities and populations.

With an integrated care model that includes medical, dental, behavioral health, and pharmacy services, patients can access comprehensive, coordinated services often under one roof.

Role Details

• Hours: Mon-Fri 8am-5pm; No weekends, evenings, or on call; options available for flexible hours based upon school schedules.
• Sees on average 4-6 patients per day
• Provider team includes: 1 additional School Based Therapist, 1 School Based NP. Main clinic also has 3 PMHNPs, 4.5 Therapists, 1 Social Worker, 1 Community Health Worker, 2 Patient Navigators, & 1 RN
• EHR: Ochin Epic

Benefits

• Student Loan Repayment Programs: Eligible for $50,000 in student loan repayment in exchange for 2 years of service through state & federal programs
• Competitive Salary: $73,000-75,000 based upon experience + additional productivity bonus opportunities
• Licensing and Professional Subscriptions: $500 for a professional membership each contract year
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP): Access to confidential counseling and support services for personal and work-related issues.
• Comprehensive Insurance: Medical, dental, vision, life, accidental death and dismemberment, short-term disability, long-term disability, and flexible spending available.
• Continuing Education: $2,000/contract year. Tuition reimbursement options also available.
• Paid Time Off: 20 PTO days per year, plus 10 paid holidays, floating birthday, and 3 sick days. 6 weeks of 100% paid parental leave.
• Retirement Plans: 401k plan with employer match.
• Malpractice Insurance: FTCA Malpractice Insurance coverage.

Join us in making a difference in the community while enjoying a rewarding career with excellent benefits and a supportive work environment!

Qualifications

• 1-5 years of experience working as a behavioral health therapist in a healthcare or school setting
• Graduation from accredited master’s social work, counseling, marriage/family therapy and/or behavioral health education program.
• Licensed as behavioral health professional to practice in Iowa (LISW; LMSW; or LMHC)