School-Based Therapist — Help Students Thrive

Compass Health Network; Jefferson City (MO); On-site; USD 49,593 - 53,726; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Loan repayment (HRSA)

Paid holidays

Paid annual leave

Clinical supervision

Team-based model

Job summary

Compass Health Network is seeking a School-Based Therapist in Jefferson City, MO, to deliver mental health services directly within schools. The role involves individual, family, and group therapy, with a schedule Monday–Friday 8:00am–5:00pm and no private-practice overhead.

Requires a Master’s degree in a human service field and Missouri licensure (LCSW/LPC/LMFT). This full-time position serves district elementary schools and offers licensure supervision and career development opportunities.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in a human service-related field is required.
• LCSW, LPC, or LMFT (or provisional) valid in Missouri is required.

Responsibilities

• Provide mental health therapy (individual, family, and/or group) to students based on their needs
• Complete initial evaluations, diagnostic assessments, and treatment plans in collaboration with the student and family
• Coordinate care with school staff, families, and other Compass providers to support holistic treatment
• Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation in compliance with agency policies (within 24 hours of service delivery)
• Participate in school meetings as appropriate to advocate for student needs
• Serve as a mental health resource and consultant to school personnel
• Support crisis intervention needs and safety planning, with 24/7 access to Compass’s crisis resources
• Collaborate with a multi-disciplinary team to ensure wraparound care for each student

Skills

Mental health therapy

Care coordination

Education

Master’s degree in a human service-related field

Job description

Compass Health Network is seeking a School-Based Therapist in Jefferson City, MO, to deliver mental health services directly within schools. The role involves individual, family, and group therapy, with a schedule Monday–Friday 8:00am–5:00pm and no private-practice overhead.

Requires a Master’s degree in a human service field and Missouri licensure (LCSW/LPC/LMFT). This full-time position serves district elementary schools and offers licensure supervision and career development opportunities.