School Based Therapist JobID : 6150

Iredell-Statesville Schools; North Carolina; On-site; USD 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Iredell-Statesville Schools is seeking a School-Based Mental Health Therapist to provide on-site therapy to students and families. The role includes conducting assessments, managing crises, and collaborating with school staff to support students' emotional well-being. Candidates must hold relevant clinical licensure and a Master's degree in Social Work or Counseling.

Qualifications

• Must have LCSW or LCSWA clinical licensure for Social Workers.
• Must have LCMHC or LCMHCA clinical licensure for Counselors.

Responsibilities

• Provides on-site therapy to students and families.
• Conducts intake, screening, and assessment processes.
• Consults with staff on students' social emotional needs.

Skills

Therapeutic Skills

Crisis Management

Motivational Interviewing

Dialectical Behavior Therapy

Attachment-Based Family Therapy

Education

Master's degree in Social Work

Master's degree in Counseling

Job description

SCHOOL-BASED MENTAL HEALTHTHERAPIST General Statement of Job : The SBMH Therapist works under the direct supervision of a Clinical Supervisor qualified and experienced in school-based services. This position provides on-site therapy to school site(s) and families as directed by the Clinical Supervisor or the Director of Student Services.The SBMH Therapist serves as a ready resource for students to provide therapy that will lead each student to increased personal growth, self-understanding, and maturity. Qualifications, Knowledge, and Skills : For this position,Social Workersin NC must have at least a Master’s degree in Social Work, and hold either their LCSW or LCSWA clinical licensure or provisional licensure.Counselorsin NC must have at least a Master’s degree in Counseling, and hold either their LCMHC or LCMHCA clinical licensure or provisional licensure. Specific Duties and Responsibilities : Meets with the Clinical Supervisor one hour per week or month (depending on licensure) for individual supervision and participates in weekly group supervision. Conducts the intake / screening / assessment process within appropriate time frames and in conjunction with school site staff and administration. Provides in-person individual student therapy services on a weekly basis and family therapy monthly. Consults with classroom staff, student assistance program coordinators, school counselors, school social workers, and behavior specialists in understanding students’ social emotional abilities and needs. Serves as a part of the school’s student services team as well as threat team. Will manage crises in the school building and complete mental health assessments when a student is experiencing SI / HI. Utilizes the Solutions-Focused Brief Therapy model, Motivational Interviewing, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, Attachment-Based Family Therapy, and other trauma-focused and evidenced interventions as deemed appropriate. Continues to acquire required and chosen professional knowledge and learn of current developments in the educational field by attending seminars, workshops or professional meetings, or by conducting research, and by maintaining professional relationships. Maintains a system for accurate and complete record-keeping, including clinical documentation (progress notes and summaries) using our electronic health record software. Maintains weekly data as required by the grant. Other duties as assigned.

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School Based Therapist • North Carolina, US