School-Based Therapist (Murfreesboro)

Centerstone; Smyrna (TN); On-site; USD 42,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

Centerstone is seeking a School-Based Therapist to serve students at Mitchell-Neilson Elementary School in Murfreesboro. Work follows the school schedule, 8:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., Monday through Friday, in a school-based setting to support students and families.

The role requires providing therapy, maintaining clinical judgment, completing intake assessments, and developing treatment plans with timely documentation and supervisory collaboration.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree required in clinical psychology, MH counseling, social work, marriage & family therapy, or MH counseling specialization.
• License-eligible in the respective discipline preferred.
• If Master’s in related field, must show 24 graduate-level credits in psychology, social work, counseling or related areas.

Responsibilities

• Provide therapy to clients in a school setting based on assessments and diagnoses.
• Prepare and update treatment plans, complete documentation in a timely manner.
• Formulate diagnoses after intake assessments and respond to supervision needs.
• Maintain good clinical judgment and adapt to virtual or face-to-face settings as needed.

Skills

Clinical experience

Education

Master’s degree in Clinical Psychology, MH Counseling, Social Work, Marriage and Family Therapy, or MH Counseling specialization

Job description

JOB DESCRIPTION

Join the Murfreesboro City Schools team as a School-Based Therapist serving students at Mitchell-Neilson Elementary School. This position follows the school’s regular schedule, Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., providing the opportunity to support students and families within a school-based setting.

SUMMARY OF POSITION

Provide therapy to clients in a school setting while maintaining good clinical judgement.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Ability to formulate a diagnosis upon completion of intake assessment
• Complete timely clinical documentation
• Create and update treatment plans according to policy
• Provide therapy services based upon assessment of clinical needs and diagnosis
• Respond to supervisory communication including urgent care situations and other clinical needs as applicable in virtual or face to face settings
• Keep administrative supervisor informed of all potential issues that could impact the program or the organization
• Respond to needs of clients in a timely and professional manner
• Demonstrate good clinical judgment in client care

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES

Ability to successfully utilize computer/electronic equipment and software

QUALIFICATIONS

• Education Requirements A Master’s degree is required in one of the following fields: Clinical Psychology, Mental Health (MH) Counseling, Social Work, Marriage and Family Therapy, and/or a specialization in MH Counseling
• License-eligible in respective discipline preferred.
• OR Applicants with a Master’s degree in a related field (outside of the disciplines listed above) must meet the following criteria: Completion of at least 24 graduate-level semester hours in psychology, social work, counseling, or other behavioral health-related coursework.
• Relevant coursework and work experience in the following areas: Clinical treatment and treatment planning
• Appraisal and assessment of mental disorders
• Psychopathology
• Use of the DSM for diagnostic purposes within a clinical internship or practicum in a behavioral health setting

Experience Requirements

Clinical experience is required. This may be fulfilled through clinical practicums or internships completed as part of a master’s degree program.

Certification/Licensure

Must possess a valid driver’s license and meet eligibility requirements to be covered under the organization’s vehicle insurance policy.

Starting Salary Range

$42,300 - $46,700

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Standing – 10% Sitting – 90% Squatting – Occasional Kneeling – Occasional Bending – Occasional Driving – Occasional Lifting – Occasional

DISCLAIMER

The duties and responsibilities described in this document are not a comprehensive list and additional tasks may be assigned to the employee from time to time, or the scope of the job may change as necessitated by business demands.

Work Type & Pay

Time Type: Full time Pay Range: $0.00--$0.00

Benefits

Below are just some of the great benefits Centerstone employees enjoy:

• Medical, dental, and vision health coverage
• Flexible Spending and Health Savings Accounts
• 403b retirement plan with company match
• Paid time off and ten paid holidays
• AD&D Insurance, Life Insurance, and Long Term Disability (company paid)
• Employee Resource Groups
• Continuing education opportunities
• Employee Assistance Program

Equal Opportunity

Centerstone is an equal opportunity employer. Employment at Centerstone is based solely on a person’s merit and qualifications directly related to professional competence. We treat all clients and colleagues with dignity and respect.

Values & Culture

At Centerstone, we use our values as a guide for what we do. Respect, Expertise, Integrity and Empowerment are at the heart of every interaction at Centerstone, and particularly rooted in our Culture. Our approach to culture is to create an environment that encourages, supports and celebrates the voices and experiences of our employees. We are committed to a culture of empowerment, respect, integrity and expertise that powers our innovation and connects us to each other, our clients and the communities we serve.

Quality and Safety Culture

Centerstone is also committed to a strong culture of quality and safety, celebrating role-models who champion best practices for quality, clinical risk, and patient safety.

Services

Centerstone is a nonprofit health system providing mental health and substance use disorder treatments. Services are available nationally through the operation of outpatient clinics, residential programs, the use of telehealth and an inpatient hospital.

Specialized Programs

Centerstone also features specialized programs for the military community, therapeutic foster care, children’s services and employee assistance programs.

Research Institute

Centerstone’s Research Institute provides guidance through research and technology, leveraging the best practices for use in all our communities.

Foundation

Centerstone’s Foundation secures philanthropic resources to support the work and mission of delivering care that changes people’s lives.