School-Based Therapist: Student Support & Wellness

Fort Wayne Community Schools; Fort Wayne (IN); On-site; USD 58,000 - 79,000; Full time

Job summary

Fort Wayne Community Schools seeks a Licensed Therapist for Arlington STEM Elementary School. The role focuses on providing mental health services to students, families, and staff within the school, aiming to enhance student development and achievement.

The incumbent will offer individual, group, and family therapy, coordinate with community resources, and participate in school-wide initiatives to support social, emotional, and academic well-being.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Psychology or related field.
• Indiana State License in Mental Health Counseling, Clinical Social Work, or Marriage and Family Therapy.

Responsibilities

• Provide a range of healing therapeutic services to students, parents, and teachers to enhance student development and achievement.
• Assist students in identifying, developing and meeting personal, educational and vocational objectives.
• Deliver group, individual and/or family therapy as part of comprehensive mental health services.
• Coordinate with community programs and outside agencies to support students and families.
• Participate in building-wide initiatives and committees to improve school-wide mental health outcomes.

Skills

Active listening

Questioning

Clear communication

Leadership

Team building

Organization

Time management

Recordkeeping

Resource development

Verbal and written communication

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Empathy

Education

Master’s degree in Psychology or related field

Indiana State License: Mental Health Counselor / Clinical Social Worker / Marriage and Family Therapist

Job description

Fort Wayne Community Schools seeks a Licensed Therapist for Arlington STEM Elementary School. The role focuses on providing mental health services to students, families, and staff within the school, aiming to enhance student development and achievement.

The incumbent will offer individual, group, and family therapy, coordinate with community resources, and participate in school-wide initiatives to support social, emotional, and academic well-being.