School Based Therapist (Moberly)

BBH Burrell Behavioral Health; United States; On-site; USD 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee Assistance Program – 24/7 counseling services

Mileage Reimbursement

Licensure Supervision – Complimentary for LMSW's

Paid time off

Employee benefits package – health, dental, vision, retirement

Job summary

BBH Burrell Behavioral Health is seeking a School Based Therapist in Moberly, Missouri. Join our compassionate team to provide therapeutic services in a school setting, making a meaningful difference in students' lives.

Responsibilities include counseling, assessments, and developing tailored treatment plans. The ideal candidate will possess a master’s degree in a relevant field and provisional licensure in Missouri.

We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including employee assistance programs and paid time off.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Social Work, Psychology, Counseling, or a related field is required.
• Holds provisional licensure in Missouri: PLPC, LMSW, or PLMFT.
• Must be willing to obtain licensure in additional states as needed.

Responsibilities

• Provide individual, group, and family counseling within the school environment.
• Conduct comprehensive assessments and determine accurate diagnoses.
• Develop individualized treatment plans based on student progress.

Skills

Strong verbal and written communication skills

Ability to establish effective relationships

Comfortable providing telehealth services

Education

Master’s degree in Social Work, Psychology, Counseling, or related field

Provisional licensure in Missouri: PLPC, LMSW, or PLMFT

Job description

Job Title: School Based Therapist

Location: Moberly, Missouri

Department: School Based Services

Employment Type: Full Time

Job Summary

Join our compassionate and collaborative team as a School Based Therapist, where you’ll make a meaningful difference in the lives of students and families every day. This role is ideal for someone who is passionate about supporting youth, committed to empowering others, and motivated by the mission of improving mental health and well‑being in the community. Candidates who are empathetic, skilled communicators, and eager to grow in their clinical abilities will thrive here.

In this role, you will provide therapeutic services—including counseling, assessment, diagnosis, and treatment planning—to students within the school setting. You will use evidence‑based practices to support emotional wellness, strengthen coping skills, and promote positive behavioral change.

Working closely with school staff, families, and internal teams, you will help ensure students receive the right care at the right time. Moberly, Missouri offers a welcoming community with a blend of small‑town charm and modern amenities.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide individual, group, and family counseling within the school environment to support students’ emotional and behavioral health needs.
• Conduct comprehensive assessments, gather background information, and determine accurate diagnoses.
• Develop individualized treatment plans that evolve based on student progress and assessment findings.
• Collaborate with school staff, internal departments, and treatment teams to ensure coordinated, high‑quality care.
• Participate in clinical staffing and treatment meetings, offering insight and recommendations.
• Document all services in accordance with regulatory and agency standards, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.
• Assist students through transitions and complete required documentation such as summaries and plans.
• Manage crisis situations and coordinate emergency services when needed.
• Provide clinical consultation, training, and guidance to team members as appropriate.
• Represent the agency professionally within the school and community.
• Support specialty services such as trauma‑informed care and co‑occurring treatment.
• Complete all required training and maintain compliance with agency and state standards.

Education, Experience, and Credential Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Social Work, Psychology, Counseling, or a related field.
• Holds provisional licensure in Missouri: PLPC, LMSW, or PLMFT.
• Must be able to obtain full licensure, including completion of supervision hours and passing required exams.
• Must be willing to obtain licensure in additional states as needed.
• Comfortable providing telehealth services (training provided).

Additional Qualifications

• Successful completion of background check including criminal record, driving record, abuse/neglect, and fingerprint check.
• Current driver’s license, acceptable driving record, and current auto insurance.
• Must attain Behavioral Management training within required time frames.
• Must attain understanding of Collaborative Service Goals (CSGs) within 30 days of employment.
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules and procedure manuals.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to establish effective relationships in person and via telehealth.
• Must attain required training hours as outlined by program standards.
• Must attain applicable certifications/licenses as required.
• For school‑based programs: must be able to provide services onsite during school hours.

Physical Requirements

Ability to exert up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and perform repetitive hand, finger, and arm movements for typing or writing. Primarily a sedentary role involving sitting for most of the workday, with occasional walking or standing as needed.

Benefits and Perks

• Employee Assistance Program – 24/7 counseling services, legal assistance, and financial consultation for you and your household at no cost.
• Mileage Reimbursement – Company paid for work functions requiring travel.
• Employee Discounts – Hotels, Theme Parks & Attractions, College Tuition.
• Licensure Supervision – Complimentary for LMSW's, PLPC's, PLMFT's.
• Additional income opportunities – for LPC's, LCSW's, & LMFT’s (provide supervision).
• Continuing Education – 3 days leave following your first year of employment.
• Liability Coverage – Company paid.
• Workplace Culture – An environment cultivating employee wellbeing, valuing each individual's humanity, and actively promoting a healthy, joyful workforce.
• Paid time off – full-time employees receive an attractive time off package.
• Employee benefits package – health, dental, vision, retirement, life, & more.
• Top‑notch training – initial, ongoing, comprehensive, and supportive.
• Career mobility – advancement opportunities/promoting from within.

Equal Employment Opportunity

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