School Based Therapist- Howard/Cooper County

BBH Burrell Behavioral Health; United States; On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Annual bonuses

Benefits package

Telemedicine

EAP

PTO 29 days

Licensure supervision

Mileage reimbursement

Student loan repayment

Job summary

Brightli is seeking a School Based Therapist to work in Howard/Cooper County public schools. You will provide individualized counseling, case management, and on-site support during school hours to promote student academic success and well‑being.

This full-time role includes a $7,000 sign-on bonus, annual bonuses up to $12,000, comprehensive benefits, telemedicine, EAP, 29 days of PTO, licensure supervision, mileage reimbursement, and student loan repayment options.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in a licensure-eligible field (Counseling, Psychology, Social Work).
• Active licensure or on-track status (PLPC, LPC, LMSW, LCSW, PLMFT/LMFT).
• Strong communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide individualized counseling to students at school sites.
• Conduct caseload management and coordinate care with school staff.
• Support academic success through prevention, intervention, and referral to community resources.
• Participate in collaborative treatment planning and staffings.
• Respond to emotional crises and provide emergency support.
• Follow up with clients to ensure continuity of care.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Organizational skills

Interpersonal skills

Education

Master's degree in Counseling/Psychology/Social Work

Licensed or on-track: PLPC/LPC/LMSW/LCSW/PLMFT/LMFT

Job description

Job Description: Job Title: School Based Therapist Location: Howard/Cooper County Department: School Based Services Employment Type: Full-time Employment Duration: Year-round (plus opportunities for extended breaks)

Job Summary: Unlock your potential to make a lasting impact on students' lives! Join our dedicated team of School Based Therapists and work collaboratively with Stover-Morgan County area public schools. In this rewarding role, you'll provide individualized counseling, case management, and support services to foster academic success and overall well‑being for students. Utilize your expertise to conduct clinical assessments, deliver interventions, and coordinate access to community resources, all while conveniently offering services on‑site during school hours. As a School Based Therapist, you'll have the opportunity to establish a meaningful caseload, participate in collaborative treatment planning, and serve as a liaison to ensure comprehensive care. Your efforts will directly contribute to reducing barriers, enhancing student success, and empowering families within the school community.

The School Based Therapist position offers…

Sign-On Bonus - $7,000

Annual Bonuses - up to $12,000 in collaborative service goal bonuses

All-Inclusive Employee Benefits Package - A robust full-time employee benefits package encompassing health, dental, vision, retirement, disability, life insurance, wellness program, and more

Telemedicine – 24/7 phone, web, or mobile app medical, behavioral health, & dermatology visits

Employee Assistance Program – 24/7 counseling services, legal assistance, & financial consultation for you and your household at no cost

Paid Time Off - 29 days per year including vacation & holiday pay

Free Licensure Supervision - for PLPC, LMSW, PLMFT

Additional Income Opportunities - for LPC & LCSW (provide supervision)

Mileage reimbursement - company paid for work functions requiring travel

NHSC Student Loan Repayment - eligible site for tax-free student loan assistance

Workplace Culture - An environment cultivating employee wellbeing, valuing each individual's humanity, and actively promoting healthy, joyful workforce engagement

Key Responsibilities:

• Individualized Counseling: Utilize your expertise to provide personalized counseling to meet the unique needs of students and achieve treatment goals. These services will be conveniently offered at the school site during operating hours.
• Caseload Management: Establish a caseload that aligns with supervisory guidelines, ensuring efficient coordination and effective management of cases.
• Academic Success Support: Offer prevention, intervention, and support services to identified students, aiming to reduce barriers that hinder their academic achievements. Your efforts will directly contribute to enhancing student success.
• Collaborative Treatment Planning: Participate in client staffing sessions to pinpoint issues and establish treatment goals and objectives, adhering to Burrell guidelines. Assume management responsibilities for assigned cases, ensuring comprehensive and effective treatment plans.
• Emergency Response: Contribute to emergency services by providing swift aid during emotional crises, ensuring that students receive immediate support and care.
• Comprehensive Follow‑up: Provide or coordinate thorough follow‑up services for all clients under your care, ensuring continuity of care and ongoing support to promote their well‑being.
• Community Resource Coordination: Collaborate with school counselors to coordinate student support, including facilitating access to a range of community resources. Your efforts will ensure students receive holistic care and support.
• Clinical Assessment and Intervention: Conduct clinical assessments and deliver interventions to students and families, utilizing your expertise and knowledge to address their specific needs. These services will be conveniently offered at the school site during operating hours.
• Liaison Role: Serve as a liaison, ensuring that services reach all members of a family and enabling seamless coordination of care.

Education and/or Experience Qualifications:

• Master's degree in a licensure-eligible field of study such as Counseling, Psychology, or Social Work.
• Actively licensed as (or on track to become licensed as):
• Provisionally Licensed Professional Counselor (PLPC)
• Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC)
• Licensed Master of Social Work (LMSW)
• Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW)
• Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist (PLMFT/LMFT)

Additional Qualifications:

• Preferred experience in providing family, individual, and group therapy, as well as community education.
• Possession of a valid driver's license and auto insurance.
• Strong communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
• Commitment to promoting student well‑being and academic success.

Brightli is on a Mission: As a behavioral and community mental health provider, we prioritize fostering a culture of belonging and connection within our workforce. We encourage applications from individuals with varied backgrounds and experiences, as we believe that a rich tapestry of perspectives strengthens our mission. If you are passionate about empowering local communities and creating an environment where everyone feels valued and supported, we invite you to join our mission‑driven organization dedicated to cultivating an authentic workplace.

Position Perks & Benefits:

• Paid time off: full‑time employees receive an attractive time off package to balance your work and personal life
• Employee benefits package: full‑time employees receive health, dental, vision, retirement, life, & more
• Top‑notch training: initial, ongoing, comprehensive, and supportive
• Career mobility: advancement opportunities/promoting from within
• Welcoming, warm, supportive: a work culture & environment that promotes your well‑being, values you as human being, and encourages your health and happiness.
• Brightli is on a Mission: A mission to improve client care, reduce the financial burden of community mental health centers by sharing resources, a mission to have a larger voice in advocacy to increase access to mental health and substance use care in our communities, and a mission to evolve the behavioral health industry to better meet the needs of our clients. As a behavioral and community mental health provider, we prioritize fostering a culture of belonging and connection within our workforce. We encourage applications from individuals with varied backgrounds and experiences, as we believe that a rich tapestry of perspectives strengthens our mission. If you are passionate about empowering local communities and creating an environment where everyone feels valued and supported, we invite you to join our mission‑driven organization dedicated to cultivating an authentic workplace.

We are an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. Burrell Behavioral Health is a Smoke and Tobacco Free Workplace.

About Brightli Brightli is on a mission: A mission to improve client care, reduce the financial burden of community mental health centers by sharing resources, a mission to have a larger voice in advocacy to increase access to mental health and substance user care in our communities, and a mission to evolve the behavioral health industry to better meet the needs of our clients. We are doing this by forming a new behavioral health organization under new model. Under one parent company, multiple organizations are able to collaborate, share resources and system supports, increase recruiting and retention efforts, increase access to specialized care, and meet the growing demand for behavioral and addiction recovery care. Brightli’s top‑line subsidiaries include Burrell Behavioral Health (Burrell), Preferred Family Healthcare (PFH), Southeast Missouri Behavioral Health (SEMO), Firefly, Adult and Child Health, and Places for People. While these organizations operate independently and are governed by separate board of directors, their operations and services benefit from this model. Alone, organizations may be able to navigate the current tumultuous healthcare environment, but we believe that together we can do so much more than survive. Our communities need us now more than ever, and by working together we are ready to answer our call for years to come.

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