School-Based Therapist (26-27)

Poplarbluffschools; United States; On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Poplarbluffschools is seeking a School-Based Therapist to support students’ social-emotional well-being and academic success. The role develops intervention plans and connects families with community resources, working closely with school personnel to create a supportive environment.

The ideal candidate holds a Master’s degree in a relevant field, is licensed or on track for licensure in Missouri, and has at least 2 years of related experience.

Qualifications

• Master's Degree required in Counseling, Psychology, Social Work, Clinical Psychology or related field.
• Clinical licensure required for Mental Health Service provider (e.g., LCSW, LPC).
• Minimum of 2 years experience in education, mental health or related field.
• Missouri license as LCSW or LP counselor required or eligible for licensure supervision.
• Valid Missouri Driver's License.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct individual, family, or group-based therapy and psychoeducation.
• Provide crisis intervention and risk assessment when needed.
• Refer students, families, and staff to appropriate services.
• Collect data and assess to develop mental health treatment plans.
• Design and implement interventions to meet social-emotional and educational goals.
• Collaborate with school staff, parents, and other providers.
• Maintain confidential client records and clinical notes.
• Deliver classroom-based strategies addressing social-emotional needs.

Skills

Crisis intervention

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Education

Master's degree in Counseling/ Psychology/ Social Work/ Clinical Psychology

Job description

• Employment terms covering compensation, benefits, and working conditions are specified by the Board of Education's policies, procedures, and agreements.
• Salary is dependent on experience

FLSA:Exempt

Position Overview:

The School-Based Therapist role supports students' social-emotional well-being and academic success by addressing behavioral and emotional needs, developing intervention plans, and connecting families with community resources. The therapist works closely with school personnel to create a safe, supportive environment for all students.

Qualifications:

• Master's Degree in Counseling, Psychology, Social Work, Clinical Psychology or a related field.


• Clinical licensure required for a Mental Health Service provider (ie. LCSW, LPC). Applicants who have met the minimum state requirements for licensure and are currently completing the required hours for licensure and are registered with a State Board for Social Workers or Licenced Professional Counselors approved supervisor, may apply.


• Minimum of 2 years prior experience working in education, mental health or a related field.


• The State of Missouri issued a valid, active license as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker or Licensed Professional Counselor.


• Approved registration of supervision requirements for a Licensed Master Social Worker working toward clinical licensure, or Provisional Licence Professional Counselor, and a letter of supervision commitment from the registered supervisor.


• Valid Missouri Driver's License

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Provide direct individual, family, or group-based behavioral or mental health therapy and psychoeducation.


• Provide crisis intervention, risk assessment, and management when needed.


• Provide appropriate referrals for services to students, families, and staff members.


• Provide data collection and assessment relating to the development of mental health treatment plans.


• Design and implement interventions to help students meet social-emotional, individual, family, and educational goals.


• Meet, collaborate, and regularly communicate with school staff, parents, and other service providers regarding student


• Maintain service records, clinical case notes, and educational records securely.


• Provide intervention strategies that may be implemented within the classroom to address individual and group behavioral dynamics, regarding students' social-emotional needs.


• Must communicate clearly with coworkers, supervisors, and other staff members.


• Carries out policies of the district, building, and classroom.


• Maintains confidentiality of all students and classroom information.


• Any other duties assigned by the administrator.

Physical Requirements/Environmental Factors:

• Ability to work in a climate-controlled building, as well as in inclement weather.


• Ability to stand, walk, and move around for long periods of time.


• Ability to see and read, with or without vision aids, a computer screen and printed matter, and to distinguish colors.


• Sufficient hearing to understand speech at normal room levels, and to hear and understand speech on the telephone.


• Manual dexterity to operate a telephone and enter data into a computer using both hands.


• Ability to communicate effectively and efficiently with sufficient volume to be heard in normal conversation, on the telephone, and addressing groups.


• Ability to exert up to 30 pounds of force to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects.


• Ability to lift, bend, stoop, pull, grasp, and carry a variety of objects of different shapes and sizes.


• Must hold a valid driver's license and be able to travel to buildings within the district.


• Able to perform other duties assigned by the Superintendent or designee.

Evaluation: This position's performance will be evaluated per the provisions of the Board's policy.

Disclaimer: The information contained in this job description is not an exhaustive list of the duties performed for this position. Additional duties are performed by the individuals currently holding this position, and additional duties may be assigned. The Board of Education and Administration and/or supervisor has the right to add or change duties at any time.

All employment offers are contingent upon the successful completion of a criminal background check and fingerprint clearance as required by state law and district policy.

Postings current as of 8/1/2026 5:54:08 PM CST.

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