School-Based Therapist — Flexible Hours & Growth

Montgomery Area Mental Health Authority, Inc; Montgomery (AL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Montgomery Area Mental Health Authority, Inc. seeks a dedicated clinician to deliver individual therapy to children and adolescents in a school setting.

The role includes intake assessment, diagnosis, and developing treatment plans with goals aligned to the client’s needs. Responsibilities cover individual, group and family therapy across assigned locations, crisis intervention, and coordination with schools and families.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in behavioral sciences with a clinical practicum.
• Licensure such as ALC, LPC, LGSW or LCSW preferred.
• Some clinical experience preferred.
• Meets requirements for Approved Medicaid Provider status.
• Must hold a valid driver's license and maintain acceptable driving record.
• Must maintain liability coverage on personal vehicle.
• Must hold and maintain Red Cross First Aid, CPI and CPR certificates.
• Licensure not required initially; may start as Therapist I with lower salary.

Responsibilities

• Respond to referrals and coordinate with schools and families.
• Conduct intake interviews and assess client needs.
• Develop treatment plans with initial goals for treatment.
• Provide individual, group and family therapy for caseload.
• Provide crisis intervention and emergency assessments.
• Document services within the Electronic Health Record.
• Complete reports and referrals to other children’s services.
• Engage in community service and education with families.

Skills

Counseling principles

Interpersonal skills

Case management

Flexibility

Education

Master's degree in behavioral sciences with clinical practicum

Licensure: ALC, LPC, LGSW, or LCSW preferred

Tools

Red Cross First Aid

CPR Certification

CPI Certification

Job description

Montgomery Area Mental Health Authority, Inc. seeks a dedicated clinician to deliver individual therapy to children and adolescents in a school setting.

The role includes intake assessment, diagnosis, and developing treatment plans with goals aligned to the client’s needs. Responsibilities cover individual, group and family therapy across assigned locations, crisis intervention, and coordination with schools and families.