School Based Therapist Johnson County

Tanager Place; Coralville (IA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Pet insurance

Retirement plan

Employer-paid life insurance

Short-term disability

Long-term disability

Employee assistance program (EAP)

10 paid holidays

Compassionate leave

Generous PTO policy

Tuition reimbursement

Advancement opportunities

Supervision for temporary licensed THs

Job summary

Tanager Place is seeking a School Based Therapist to work within the Johnson County School District in Coralville, IA. The role focuses on assessing emotional and behavioral needs and delivering client-centered, evidence-based care to youth during the school day.

You will develop individualized plans, connect students to prevention and outreach programs, and collaborate with families and educators to foster resilience. A generous benefits package supports wellbeing and professional growth.

Qualifications

• Graduate degree required.
• Current Iowa license; licensure as LMSW, LISW, LMHC-t, LMHC, LMFT-t, LMFT preferred or eligible.

Responsibilities

• Initial assessments of students’ emotional and behavioral needs.
• Creation of individualized treatment plans.
• Introduction of clients to Tanager’s prevention, treatment, and outreach programs.
• Delivery of direct care services that are client-centered, strengths-based, and professional.
• Collaboration with students, families, and educators to increase resilience and overall wellness.

Education

Graduate Degree

Iowa licensure requirement

Job description

Job Details

• Job Location: Johnson County School District – Coralville, IA 52241
• Position Type: Full Time
• Education Level: Graduate Degree
• Salary Range: $44,500.00 – $54,000.00
• Shift: Day
• Category: Nonprofit – Social Services
• Sign‑On Bonus: $3,000.00 Available

Are you looking for a role where you can truly change lives? Imagine being the reason a child smiles again, builds self‑confidence, or discovers a new dream. As a School Based Therapist at Tanager, you won’t just have a job – you’ll have a purpose. Every interaction you have can shape a child’s future, helping them feel seen, supported, and safe. If you believe in the power of human connection, healing, and growth, this is your chance to help a child discover their potential.

Position Overview

As a School Based Therapist, you will work alongside the school’s support staff to provide the following services:

• Initial assessments of students’ emotional and behavioral needs
• Creation of individualized treatment plans
• Introduction of clients to Tanager’s prevention, treatment, and outreach programs
• Delivery of direct care services that are client‑centered, strengths‑based, and professional
• Collaboration with students, families, and educators to increase resilience and overall wellness

Why Choose Tanager?

• Comprehensive benefits: medical, dental, vision, and pet insurance
• Financial security: retirement plan, employer‑paid life, short‑ and long‑term disability
• Wellbeing support: employee assistance program (EAP)
• Work‑life balance: 10 paid holidays, compassionate leave, generous PTO policy
• Established client base – no need to recruit families
• Growth support: annual training allotments, tuition reimbursement, and advancement opportunities
• Supervision for temporary licensed therapists toward full licensure at no cost
• Convenient pay: weekly payroll
• Independent contract positions provide flexibility in workload and scheduling
• Option to follow a nine‑month school‑based calendar

Qualifications

• Current Iowa license
• Meters‑level licensed therapist: LMSW, LISW, LMHC‑t, LMHC, LMFT‑t, LMFT

Ready to Inspire Hope?

If you’re passionate about helping youth find their strength, voice, and purpose, Tanager is the place for you. Join a team where your work truly matters and where every day brings a new chance to make a positive impact.

Apply today and start changing lives — including your own.

Tanager is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.