School Based Therapist

Newport Mental Health; Middletown (RI); On-site; USD 45,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Excellent Health and Dental Insurance

Vacation, Sick and Personal time

Retirement program

Employer-paid life insurance

Flexible spending account

Job summary

Newport Mental Health seeks a therapist to provide individual, family, and group psychotherapy for children and adolescents. The role involves working with schools in Newport County and conducting therapy both in schools and in the office.

Applicants should have a Master’s degree in Social Work or a related field, with a preference for those licensed for independent practice. The position offers competitive benefits including health insurance, retirement plans, and a supportive work environment.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in relevant social services field is required.
• Two years of clinical work experience is necessary.
• Preferred independent practice license from Rhode Island.

Responsibilities

• Provide individual, family, and group therapy.
• Conduct diagnostic assessments and intakes.
• Collaborate with school personnel for therapy in school settings.
• Participate in crisis response and provide intervention.

Skills

Therapeutic skills

Crisis intervention

Diagnostic assessment

Team collaboration

Education

Master’s Degree in Social Work or related field

Independent practice level license (LICSW, LMHC, PhD)

Job description

Newport Mental Health (NMH) is a progressive high-energy organization that uses state of the art person-centered recovery approach to help individuals recover from mental illness and substance use disorders. NMH extends its trauma informed evidence-based services to children, adolescents, families, and adults. Our services vary from outreach, specialized program, mental health, school-based therapy, substance use therapy, community-based therapy, and outpatient clinic.

Mission- Aligned: You are excited to be a part of Newport Mental Health’s mission to improve the lives of our clients living and working in Newport County by providing the highest quality of care.

Ally: You intentionally foster belonging, personal growth, and empowerment for all. You are a strong advocate for the BIPOC, LQBTQIA+, Woman, Veteran, and other underrepresented communities.

Solution Orientated: You are driven to think of different approaches to narrow the gap which leads to positive and effective changes.

Time Management: You are a conscious planner and a thoughtful decision maker who adheres to deadlines.

• Excellent Health and Dental Insurance.
• Vacation, Sick and Personal time accrued biweekly.
• Up to 11 Paid Holidays.
• Retirement program through Mutual of America.
• Additional supplemental insurance programs.
• Employer paid life insurance.
• Flexible spending account (FSA) and dependent care (DCA) spending accounts.

This position will provide individual, family and group psychotherapy to children and adolescents. Collaborating with school personnel in four school districts in Newport County, services are provided in a school-based setting during the academic year, and in the office when school is not in session.

Main Duties and Responsibilities:

• Provide group, individual and family therapy.
• Conduct diagnostic assessments including initial intakes and on-going reassessments.
• Work side by side with service recipients to create person-centered recovery plans.
• Provide clinical consultation and guidance to Bachelor level case management staff.
• Complete all agency documentation utilizing a collaborative documentation approach.
• Participate in crisis response services as part of a clinical team.
• Risk assessment for individuals who present in crisis.
• Crisis intervention, stabilization, and counseling.
• Assessment for emergency hospitalization.
• Serve as a client advocate with appropriate and timely referrals to other agencies; provide consultation and follow-up communication with law enforcement agencies, community agencies, schools, medical facilities, and inpatient units.
• Actively participate in team communication processes that ensure appropriate services and outcomes.

Requirements:

• Master’s Degree in Social Work, Counseling, Marriage, and Family Therapy or other related social services field.
• Licensed at the independent practice level as defined by the Rhode Island Department of Health (LICSW, LMHC, PhD) preferred.
• Minimum of two years of clinical work experience.

Submitting your application is a great way to learn more about Newport Mental Health. If you have questions about how your experience aligns with our job openings or know someone who would be a great candidate for our job openings, please contact Human Resources:

Human Resources

Newport Mental Health

42 Valley Road

Middletown, RI 02842

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Newport Mental Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin.