School Based Therapist

KVC Health Systems, Inc.; Lee's Summit (MO); On-site; USD 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

Paid Parental Leave

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

403(b) with Company Match

Tuition Reimbursement

Licensure Reimbursement

Employee Assistance Program

Wellness Benefits

Job summary

KVC Academy is hiring a School-Based Therapist to provide individual, family, and group therapy to children and teens, with a focus on trauma-informed care. This role follows a school-day schedule, offering a work-life balance with evenings and weekends free and time off aligned with school breaks.

You will collaborate closely with school staff, families, and KVC teammates to ensure every child receives the highest level of care and support, while maintaining thorough clinical documentation and

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Social Work or Counseling required.
• Licensure/Certification LMSW, LCSW, PLPC, or LPC required.

Responsibilities

• Provide individual, family, and group therapy to children and teens.
• Deliver trauma-informed care in a school-based setting.
• Collaborate with school staff, families, and KVC teammates to coordinate care.
• Maintain thorough clinical documentation and progress notes.

Skills

Clinical counseling

Individual therapy

Family therapy

Group therapy

Trauma-informed care

Child and adolescent therapy

Clinical documentation

Education

Master's degree in Social Work or Counseling

Licensure/Certification: LMSW, LCSW, PLPC, or LPC

Job description

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School Based Therapist

Full Time Lee Summit, MO, US

3 days ago Requisition ID: 9612

Salary Range: $50,000.00 To $65,000.00 Annually

School-Based Therapist

KVC Academy — Kansas City, MO
Location: On-site
Pay:$50,000–$65,000 (based on licensure status, clinical experience, and supervision eligibility)
Schedule: School-day hours — evenings, weekends, and school breaks/holidays off

Job Summary

KVC Academy is hiring a School-Based Therapist to provide individual, family, and group therapy to children and teens, with a focus on trauma-informed care. This role follows a school-day schedule, giving you a genuine work-life balance with evenings and weekends free and time off that aligns with school breaks and holidays. You'll collaborate closely with school staff, families, and KVC teammates to make sure every child receives the highest level of care and support.

Education: Master's degree in Social Work or Counseling
Licensure/Certification: LMSW, LCSW, PLPC, or LPC

Required Skills

• Clinical counseling
• Individual therapy
• Family therapy
• Group therapy
• Trauma-informed care
• Child and adolescent therapy
• Clinical documentation

What You'll Bring

• Working knowledge of clinical theory, therapeutic modalities, and systems-based practice
• Analytical ability to handle moderately complex administrative tasks, such as preparing nonrecurring reports
• Independent judgment to plan, prioritize, and organize a diversified caseload with strong attention to detail
• Ability to work productively and respectfully with individuals and families from diverse cultural backgrounds
• Paid Time Off — Enjoy a generous amount of leave to support your work-life balance.
• Paid Parental Leave — Receive financial support during parental leave to help you spend quality time with your new family member.
• Health, Dental, Vision & Life Insurance — Comprehensive insurance coverage to keep you and your family healthy and protected.
• 403(b) with Company Match — Retirement savings plan with company contributions to help you plan for your future.
• Tuition Reimbursement — Financial assistance for continuing education and professional development.
• Professional Licensure and Certification Reimbursement — Support for obtaining and renewing professional licenses and certifications.
• Employee Assistance Program — Confidential support for personal and professional challenges, including counseling and resources.
• Wellness Benefits — Access to health screenings and mental health support to promote overall well-being.

Why KVC?

KVC is a nonprofit child placing and behavioral health agency with a long legacy of compassionately serving children and families. We're committed to providing our employees with a supportive and rewarding work environment, and we believe in the importance of work-life balance — offering a variety of programs and resources to support it, including our Wellbeing Committee, DEI+B Committee, and Talent Development Programs.

At KVC Health Systems, our employees are our greatest asset. Based on the voice of our employees, KVC debuted with an 83 Work Wellbeing score on Indeed — a rating so high and rare that it places KVC among the top 1% of employers nationally. We're committed to providing a positive, supportive work environment where you can do your best work and love coming to work every day.