School‑Based Therapist (Kirksville, MO)

BBH Burrell Behavioral Health; United States; On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

403(b) with employer match

Paid Time Off

Job summary

BBH Burrell Behavioral Health seeks a School‑Based Therapist to provide counseling services at partner schools in Kirksville, MO and surrounding districts during school hours. The role emphasizes stable weekday scheduling and collaboration with educators and families to support students’ emotional and academic growth.

The position welcomes fully licensed clinicians or those pursuing licensure (PLPC, LPC, LMSW, or LCSW) with ongoing supervision.

Qualifications

• Active licensure or in progress in PLPC/LPC/LMSW/LCSW.
• Experience with individual, family, or group therapy preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide counseling and support services on-site at schools during school hours.
• Manage a caseload aligned with clinical and supervisory guidelines.
• Support students through prevention, intervention, and crisis response.
• Collaborate with school staff, families, and community resources.
• Develop and manage treatment plans with a multidisciplinary team.
• Conduct assessments and deliver evidence-based interventions.
• Serve as a liaison to ensure coordinated care for students and families.

Job description

Job Description: School‑Based Therapist Kirksville, MO - Serving Kirksville, Green City, Novinger, Schuyler, & Brashear Schools Preferred Family Healthcare | School‑Based Services Full‑Time | Monday–Friday | 40 hours/week

$7,000 Sign-On Bonus for Eligible External Applicants

Make a Meaningful Impact—Without Working Nights or Weekends! If you’re passionate about helping students thrive emotionally and academically, this role allows you to do exactly that—right where students already are. As a School‑Based Therapist, you’ll partner directly with local schools to support students’ mental health while enjoying a predictable weekday schedule and a highly supportive team environment. Whether you’re fully licensed or working toward licensure, this is a role where your work truly matters.

Compensation & Growth

• Up to $12,000 in annual performance‑based bonuses
• NHSC‑approved site (eligible for tax‑free student loan repayment)
• Free licensure supervision for PLPCs and LMSWs
• Salary increases once full licensure is obtained
• Additional earning opportunities for fully licensed clinicians

Supportive Culture

• Welcoming, collaborative team environment
• Ongoing training and professional development
• Leadership that values work‑life balance and clinician well‑being
• Year‑round employment with future 10‑ or 11‑month schedule options

Excellent Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance
• 403(b) retirement plan with up to 5% employer match
• Generous paid time off (vacation, holidays, and sick time)
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Health & wellness initiatives
• Mileage reimbursement (when applicable)
• License and certification reimbursement
• Employee discount program

What You’ll Do

As a School‑Based Therapist, you’ll provide counseling and support services on‑site at schools during school hours, helping students succeed both emotionally and academically.

• Providing individual and family counseling tailored to each student’s needs
• Managing a caseload that aligns with clinical and supervisory guidelines
• Supporting students through prevention, intervention, and crisis response
• Collaborating with school staff, families, and community resources
• Developing and managing treatment plans with a multidisciplinary team
• Conducting assessments and delivering evidence‑based interventions
• Serving as a liaison to help ensure coordinated care for students and families

What We’re Looking For

Required Licensure (or in progress): PLPC LPC LMSW LCSW

Preferred Family Healthcare provides no‑cost supervision for PLPCs and LMSWs, with a built‑in salary increase once full licensure is achieved.

Additional Requirements: Experience with individual, family, or group therapy preferred Valid driver’s license and auto insurance

Join a Team That Invests in You

At Centerstone, you’re not just filling a role—you’re joining a mission‑driven organization that values compassion, collaboration, and professional growth.

If you’re ready to make a lasting impact on students’ lives while building a fulfilling clinical career, we’d love to meet you!

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.

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 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 use 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 their call for years to come.

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