School-Based Therapist TAP Program

Canvas Health; Minneapolis (MN); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hiring bonus

Job summary

Canvas Health seeks a School-Based Therapist for the TAP Program to deliver diagnostic assessments and therapy to at-risk students within Hale MPS School District. Services are provided on-site at school, home, or community settings, with potential reduced summer hours.

Applicants must hold a Masters or Doctorate in social work, family therapy, or psychology with clinical emphasis, a Minnesota license or eligibility, and experience with diverse youth and families.

Qualifications

• Masters or Doctorate in SW, family therapy, or psychology with clinical emphasis is required.
• Minnesota state license or eligibility to become credentialed is required (LP/LICSW/LMFT or license eligible).
• Extensive knowledge of severe emotional disorders in children and families is preferred.
• Ability to plan and implement treatment strategies for children with SED is preferred.
• Experience with students and families of color and understanding of poverty impact is preferred.
• Experience with Electronic Health Records is preferred.
• Must have own vehicle and valid driver's license; travel between locations may be frequent.
• Use of a cell phone is required.

Responsibilities

• Provide diagnostic assessments and therapy to at-risk students and families in a school setting.
• Deliver clinical services on-site at school, home, or community locations; may have reduced summer schedule.
• Collaborate with school psychologists, social workers, teachers and other mental health providers; offer case consultation and training.

Education

Masters or Doctorate in social work, family therapy, or psychology with clinical emphasis

Minnesota state license eligibility (LP/LICSW/LMFT) or license eligible

Job description

School-Based Therapist TAP Program

Field: Hale MPS School District

Position Summary

This position provides clinical services to children and families considered to be at risk in a school setting. The role can have a reduced summer schedule. Services are delivered on-site at home, school, or the community. The position requires a high level of skill and knowledge about families, individuals, and family assessment, skills, and education services in the school. The role includes diagnostic assessments and therapy services to eligible students and their families. It also provides consultation/teaming with school psychologists, school social workers, teachers, and multiple mental health providers. This position offers case consultation, training on mental health issues, and assistance to school personnel for clients in the Therapeutic Assistance Program.

Qualifications

• Masters or Doctorate Degree in social work, family therapy, or psychology with an emphasis on clinical practice required.
• MN state license and eligibility to become a credentialed provider with insurance entities required, e.g., LP, LICSW, LMFT, or license eligible. Clinical trainee applicants considered.
• Extensive knowledge and experience in working with severe emotional disorders in children and adults, family systems theory, individual and family development, community resources, and school systems required.
• Considerable ability to plan and implement treatment strategies for children with SED preferred.
• Experience with students and families of color and understanding of the impact of race and poverty upon students and families preferred.
• Experience with Electronic Health Records preferred.
• Uses a personal automobile for transportation, may require frequent use for traveling between office and clients. An active driver’s license and vehicle insurance per Canvas Health policy required.
• Use of a cell phone is required for this position.

Benefits

HIRING BONUS – This position is eligible for a $1,500 hiring bonus: $500 paid after 6 months, the remainder after 12 months.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Canvas Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to creating a diverse workforce. Canvas Health will not discriminate against any employee or applicant based upon a person's race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, marital status, sexual orientation or perceived sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, status with regard to public assistance, age, sexual or affectional orientation, familial status, ancestry, local human rights commission activity, citizenship, genetic information, protected veteran or military status, or any other protected class.