School-Based Therapist (Athens)

Centerstone; Athens (TN); On-site; USD 42,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision health

Flexible Spending and Health Savings

403b retirement plan with companymatch

Paid time off and holidays

AD&D Life Long Term Disability

Employee Resource Groups

Continuing education opportunities

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Centerstone is seeking a School-Based Therapist in Athens, Tennessee to provide therapy to children in McMinn County Schools. The role requires a Master’s degree in a listed behavioral health field and license eligibility.

Candidates will complete clinical documentation, develop treatment plans, and respond to supervisory needs in both in-person and virtual settings. The position involves working with elementary-age students, maintaining clinical judgement, and contributing to a dynamic

Qualifications

• Master's degree required in one of the listed behavioral health fields.
• License-eligible in the respective discipline preferred.
• Experience in clinical treatment and treatment planning.

Responsibilities

• Provide therapy to clients in a school setting.
• Formulate diagnosis after intake assessment.
• Create/update treatment plans per policy.
• Complete timely clinical documentation.
• Respond to supervisory communication in person or virtually.
• Maintain professional, timely client care and good clinical judgment.

Skills

Clinical judgment

Intake diagnosis

Documentation

Treatment planning

Education

Master’s degree in Clinical Psychology

Master’s degree in MH Counseling / Social Work / MFT

Licensure eligibility preferred

Tools

Electronic health records

Job description

## School-Based Therapist (Athens)Apply: School Based: Athens, Tennessee: Full time: Posted Today: JR-033611Centerstone is among the nation’s leading nonprofit behavioral health systems with thousands of employees dedicated to delivering care that changes people’s lives. A dynamic, well-established organization, we offer rewarding opportunities to serve all ages in a variety of settings. Come talk to us about joining the Centerstone team!**JOB DESCRIPTION:****SUMMARY OF POSITION**Provide therapy to clients in a school setting while maintaining good clinical judgement. The chosen candidate will be working with children in a school setting (elementary age). This position will placed in McMinn County Schools.**ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES*** Ability to formulate a diagnosis upon completion of intake assessment* Complete timely clinical documentation* Create and update treatment plans according to policy* Provide therapy services based upon assessment of clinical needs and diagnosis* Respond to supervisory communication including urgent care situations and other clinical needs as applicable in virtual or face to face settings* Keep administrative supervisor informed of all potential issues that could impact the program or the organization* Respond to needs of clients in a timely and professional manner* Demonstrate good clinical judgment in client care **KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES**Ability to successfully utilize computer/electronic equipment and software**QUALIFICATIONS** **Education Requirements*** A Master’s degree is required in one of the following fields: Clinical Psychology, Mental Health (MH) Counseling, Social Work, Marriage and Family Therapy, and/or a specialization in MH Counseling* License-eligible in respective discipline preferred.**OR*** Applicants with a Master’s degree in a related field (outside of the disciplines listed above) must meet the following criteria: + Completion of at least **24 graduate-level semester hours** in psychology, social work, counseling, or other behavioral health-related coursework. + Relevant coursework and work experience in the following areas: - Clinical treatment and treatment planning - Appraisal and assessment of mental disorders - Psychopathology - Use of the DSM for diagnostic purposes within a clinical internship or practicum in a behavioral health setting**Experience Requirements**Clinical experience is required. This may be fulfilled through clinical practicums or internships completed as part of a master’s degree program.**Certification/Licensure**Must possess a valid driver's license and meet eligibility requirements to be covered under the organization's vehicle insurance policy.**Starting Salary Range:** **$42,300 - $46,700****PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS****Standing – 10%****Sitting – 90%****Squatting – Occasional****Kneeling – Occasional****Bending – Occasional****Driving – Occasional****Lifting – Occasional****DISCLAIMER**The duties and responsibilities described in this document are not a comprehensive list and additional tasks may be assigned to the employee from time to time, or the scope of the job may change as necessitated by business demands.**Time Type:**Full timeDelivering care that changes people's lives starts with our employees. Below are just some of the great benefits Centerstone employees enjoy:* Medical, dental, and vision health coverage* Flexible Spending and Health Savings Accounts* 403b retirement plan with company match* Paid time off and ten paid holidays* AD&D Insurance, Life Insurance, and Long Term Disability (company paid)* Employee Resource Groups* Continuing education opportunities* Employee Assistance Program*Centerstone is an equal opportunity employer. Employment at Centerstone is based solely on a person's merit and qualifications directly related to professional competence. We treat all clients and colleagues with dignity and respect.*At Centerstone, we use our values as a guide for what we do. Respect, Expertise, Integrity and Empowerment are at the heart of every interaction at Centerstone, and particularly rooted in our Culture.Our approach to culture is to create an environment that encourages, supports and celebrates the voices and experiences of our employees. We are committed to a culture of empowerment, respect, integrity and expertise that powers our innovation and connects us to each other, our clients and the communities we serve.Centerstone is also committed to a strong culture of quality and safety, celebrating role-models who champion best practices for quality, clinical risk, and patient safety.### About UsCenterstone is a nonprofit health system providing mental health and substance use disorder treatments. Services are available nationally through the operation of outpatient clinics, residential programs, the use of telehealth and an inpatient hospital. Centerstone also features specialized programs for the military community, therapeutic foster care, children’s services and employee assistance programs. Centerstone’s Research Institute provides guidance through