SchoolBased Mental Health Therapist

www.veemah.com; Crystal (MN); On-site; USD 41,328 - 61,992; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Dental insurance

Life insurance

Professional development assistance

Vision insurance

Job summary

A healthcare provider in Crystal, Minnesota, is seeking a licensed Mental Health Therapist for a school-based position. The ideal candidate will conduct individual and group therapy for school-aged children, complete assessments, and develop treatment plans. A Master's degree in psychology or social work is required, along with strong communication and organizational skills. Competitive hourly rate of $30.00 - $45.00 and benefits offered.

Qualifications

• Licensed mental health therapist or post-master clinical trainee required.
• Experience with school-aged children or adolescents preferred.
• Ability to guide, direct, or influence others.

Responsibilities

• Complete diagnostic assessments and develop treatment plans.
• Conduct individual and group therapy sessions.
• Advocate for clients and coordinate services.

Skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Ability to collaborate

Advocacy

Education

Master's degree in psychology or social work

Job description

Benefits:

Competitive salary

Dental insurance

Opportunity for advancement

Training & development

Benefits/Perks

Careers Advancement Opportunities

Competitive Compensation

Job description

School-Based Mental Health Therapist

Description

The current position would best suit a licensed Mental Health Therapist, a therapist with 1-2 years of experience, or a clinical trainee seeking supervision hours toward licensure. The therapist will primarily be tasked with completing diagnostic assessments, developing treatment plans, and conducting individual therapy and group therapy sessions with school-aged children or adolescents at a school located in the metro area.

Responsibilities

· Complete diagnostic assessments (DAs)

· Develop and implement treatment plans based on DA and clinical experience

· Conduct individual and group therapy sessions

· Maintain confidentiality of records relating to clients' treatment

· Gather information about community mental health needs and resources that could be used in conjunction with therapy

· Assess clients' mental condition based on review of client information, interviews, observation, tests, and collaboration with staff

· Serve as a client advocate to coordinate required services or to resolve crisis

· Conduct initial family assessments and refer patients, clients, or family members to community resources or specialists as necessary

Qualifications

· Master's degree in psychology or social work

· Licensed mental health or post-master clinical trainee

· Work collaboratively with other providers

· Document progress notes within the prescribed timeframe

· Formulate a treatment plan with the client and their family

· Attend weekly team supervision

· Participate in weekly group supervision

· Possess superb organizational skills

· Ability to guide, direct, or influence others

· Possess excellent written and oral communication skill

· Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with clients and their families

Job Types: Contract, Full-time

Pay: $30.00 - $45.00 per hour

Benefits:

· Dental Insurance

· Life insurance

· Professional development assistance

· Vision insurance

Schedule:

· 8-hour shift

· Monday to Friday

· Ability to commute to schools or clinic

Education:

Master's (Required)