School Based Therapist - $2,000 Sign On Bonus Available

Sagent Behavioral Health; Cottage Grove (MN); On-site; USD 68,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision

401k

Paid time off

Flexible scheduling

Job summary

Sagent Behavioral Health is seeking a School Based Therapist to support students at Royal Oaks Elementary in Woodbury and Armstrong Elementary in Cottage Grove. This full-time, in-person role focuses on assessment, diagnosis, treatment, and ongoing support within an elementary setting.

The ideal candidate holds a Master’s degree in a behavioral science and is on licensure track or licensed in MN (LMFT/LPCC/LICSW/LP). Compensation ranges from $68,000 to $75,000 annually with full benefits.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in a behavioral sciences field from an accredited university.
• Clinical licensure or on licensure track for MN LMFT, LPCC, LICSW, LP.
• Experience completing diagnostic assessments and treatment plans with appropriate notes.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive mental health services in an elementary school setting.
• Assess, diagnose, treat, and offer ongoing support to students.
• Collaborate with school staff, families, and external agencies.
• Attend IEP meetings and school-based teams as needed.
• Maintain documentation and deliver excellent client service.

Skills

Experience with children & adolescents

Clinical licensure or on licensure

Diagnosis & treatment planning

Boundary setting with clients

Education

Master’s degree in behavioral sciences or related field

Tools

Office 365

EHR systems

Job description

Brief Description

Job Title: School Based Therapist - $2,000 Sign On Bonus Available

Location: This role will split time between Royal Oaks Elementary and Armstrong Elementary.

• Royal Oaks Elementary. 7335 Steepleview Rd., Woodbury, MN 55125
• Armstrong Elementary. 8855 Inwood Ave. S., Cottage Grove, MN 55016

Working Model: In-person

Employee Type: 1.0 FTE - Full Time

At Sagent Behavioral Health, we believe profound change is possible. As one of the largest behavioral health organizations in the Midwest— with 2,000+ team members across 80+ locations in five states, we offer the stability and resources to help you thrive.

Backed by more than 100 years of combined behavioral health experience, Sagent brings together the trusted legacies of Ellie Mental Health, LifeWorks, Nystrom & Associates, Psychiatric Associates, Sandhill Counseling & Consultation, and Vantage Point.

Here, you’ll find a supportive, inclusive culture where you can hone your skills, collaborate with a fantastic team, and build a rewarding career focused on what matters most: helping others find hope.

Guided by our HOPE values—Humility, Optimism, People-Centered, and Ethical Practice—we provide manageable caseloads, flexible schedules, and compensation options that work for you.

As a School Based Therapist at Sagent Behavioral Health, you will provide comprehensive mental health services to students within an Elementary school setting including assessment, diagnosis, treatment, and ongoing support. You will also collaborate with school staff, parents, and external agencies to create a supportive environment that fosters student's well-being and academic success.

Full Time Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision
• 401k, Long Term Disability, Short Term Disability and Life Insurance
• Time off and Holidays
• Reasonable caseload expectations and flexible scheduling
• Free attendance for internal CEUs

Responsibilities

• Evaluate mental health diagnoses, create, implement and maintain treatment plans and complete ongoing documentation.
• Utilize creativity in interventions to help clients achieve and exceed goals.
• Coordinate services with case managers, families, work personnel, medical personnel, other Sagent staff, and school staff as needed.
• Provide consultation to parents and school staff.
• Attend school meetings, IEP meetings, Student Intervention team, etc.
• Attend and participate in all clinical staff meetings and trainings.
• Provide excellent customer service for clients and collaborate with a dynamic team to further the mission of filling gaps in your community.

Requirements

• Master’s degree in one of the behavioral sciences or related fields from an accredited college or university.
• Candidates will have clinical licensure or be on licensure track for:
  • MN: LMFT, LPCC, LICSW, LP
• Experience completing diagnostic assessments, treatment plans and clinical case notes with the ability to demonstrate and model stable, appropriate boundaries with clients.
• Minimum of one (1) year of experience working with children and adolescents, which may include internship, practicum, or supervised clinical experience.
• Proficient in the use of Office 365 and EHR systems.

Compensation: We offer pay options to meet your professional and financial goals!

Rate Based Pay Model

• Licensed: $ 68,000 – 75,000
• Pre-licensed: $ 50,000 – 55,000
• Actual compensation may be determined by various factors such as education, experience, skillset, internal equity, schedule and/or location.
• Employees in these positions are W2.

Sagent Behavioral Health is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.