Therapist: School-Based

Centerstone; St. Louis, Northern (MO, KY); Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Health benefits

Career mobility

Training & professional development

Welcoming work culture

Job summary

Centerstone is seeking a Therapist- School Based in St. Louis, MO. You will provide individual, family, group, and school-based therapy to students, under licensed supervision, to support emotional wellbeing and treatment goals.

Responsibilities include assessments, treatment planning, evidence-based interventions, and coordination with families and school partners. Telehealth options and ongoing supervision support your professional growth within a multidisciplinary team.

Qualifications

• Masters degree in a behavioral health field.
• Provisional licensure with the applicable state board (PLPC/LMSW/PLMFT).
• Willing to obtain full licensure after supervision hours and exam.
• Telehealth capability; training provided.
• Knowledge of mental health and substance use disorders; strong clinical skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide individual, family, group, and school-based therapy.
• Conduct assessments, screenings, and diagnostic evaluations; develop treatment plans.
• Utilize evidence-based interventions to support emotional regulation and behavior change.
• Coordinate care with families, schools, and treatment teams; document services accurately.
• Respond to crises; participate in clinical staffing; provide supervision as appropriate.
• Maintain compliant documentation and discharge/transition planning.

Skills

Telehealth

Clinical documentation

Communication

Collaboration

Crisis management

Education

Master's degree in Social Work, Psychology, Counseling, or MFT

Tools

Telehealth platforms

Job description

## Therapist: School-BasedApplylocations: School Based Services St. Louis Regiontime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Todayjob requisition id: R - 25771**Job Description:****Job Title:** Therapist- School Based**Location:** St. Louis, Missouri**Department:** School Based Services**Employment Type:** Full-Time**Job Summary:**Are you a compassionate mental health professional looking to make a lasting impact in the lives of children and adolescents? Join our collaborative School Based Services team, where you'll have the opportunity to provide meaningful therapeutic support in an environment where students spend much of their day. As a Therapist School Based, you will help young people overcome challenges, develop healthy coping skills, improve emotional wellbeing, and achieve success at home, in school, and within their communities. This is an excellent opportunity to grow your clinical skills, receive professional supervision, work alongside a supportive multidisciplinary team, and make a difference in the lives of individuals and families every day.In this role, you will provide individual, family, group, and other therapeutic services to students while working under the supervision of a licensed therapist or psychologist. Responsibilities include conducting assessments, developing individualized treatment plans, providing evidence-based interventions, coordinating care with families and community partners, documenting services, and supporting clients through their treatment journey. The ideal candidate is passionate about helping others, values collaboration, and is committed to providing high-quality behavioral health services.**This position offers...**· **Employee Assistance Program** – 24/7 counseling services, legal assistance, & 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· **Additional Perks & Benefits** - Scroll down to bottom of this post to learn more**Key Responsibilities:**· Provide individual, family, group, and school-based therapeutic services that support student mental health, wellness, and treatment goals.· Conduct comprehensive assessments, screenings, and diagnostic evaluations to identify client needs and develop personalized treatment recommendations.· Develop and implement individualized treatment plans that reflect client strengths, goals, progress, and clinical needs.· Utilize evidence-based therapeutic interventions to support emotional regulation, behavioral change, recovery, and overall wellbeing.· Facilitate individual counseling, family therapy, group counseling, psychoeducation, trauma-informed services, and co-occurring treatment interventions.· Collaborate with school personnel, families, referral sources, and treatment team members to ensure coordinated and effective care.· Participate in clinical staffing meetings and provide professional feedback regarding client treatment and progress.· Respond to and assist with crisis situations, including coordinating emergency interventions when necessary.· Maintain accurate, timely, and compliant clinical documentation in accordance with regulatory, accreditation, and organizational standards.· Monitor treatment progress and assist clients through transitions of care, including completion of discharge and transition planning documentation.· Provide clinical consultation and guidance to treatment team members as appropriate.· Represent the organization professionally within the community and maintain positive relationships with clients, families, schools, coworkers, and referral partners.· Complete required training, maintain credentialing requirements, and support organizational goals and quality care initiatives.· Perform additional duties as assigned by leadership.**Education, Experience, and/or Credential Qualifications:**· Master's degree in Social Work, Psychology, Counseling, Marriage and Family Therapy, or a related behavioral health field required.· Provisionally Licensed Professional Counselor (PLPC), Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW), or Provisionally Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (PLMFT) required.· Must hold provisional licensure with the applicable state professional licensing board.· Must be eligible and willing to obtain full professional licensure through completion of required supervision hours and licensing examination requirements.· Must be willing to become licensed in additional states as needed.· Must be comfortable providing telehealth services; training will be provided.· Knowledge of diagnostic criteria and treatment approaches related to mental health and substance use disorders.· Knowledge of counseling methods, rehabilitation principles, treatment planning, and behavioral health service delivery.· Ability to develop, coordinate, and evaluate services while maintaining strong clinical judgment and professionalism.· Strong written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to prepare clear clinical documentation and reports.· Ability to establish effective therapeutic relationships in person, by telephone, and through telehealth platforms.**Additional Qualifications:**· Current driver's license, acceptable driving record, and current auto insurance required.· Successful completion of background screenings including criminal record, driving record, abuse/neglect, and fingerprint checks.· Must provide copies of applicable certifications and licenses.· Must complete Behavioral Management training within thirty (30) days of employment or first available class after hire.· Must demonstrate understanding of Collaborative Service Goals (CSGs) within thirty (30) days of employment.· Must achieve thirty-six (36) hours of training requirements within a two-year period in accordance with applicable regulations.· For school-based programs, must be able to provide services on-site during school operating hours.· Ability to handle crisis situations professionally and effectively.· Knowledge of program policies, procedures, and applicable regulations.· Ability to work collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams while accepting supervision and direction.· Strong organizational, interpersonal, and time-management skills.**Physical Requirements**· Perform sedentary work requiring occasional exertion of up to 10 pounds of force and frequent exertion of negligible force.· Sit for extended periods while completing assessments, documentation, treatment planning, and telehealth services.· Occasionally stand and walk throughout the workday while providing services within school and community settings.· Perform repetitive hand, finger, and arm movements associated with typing, writing, and computer use.· Maintain the ability to complete routine clinical, administrative, and documentation tasks throughout the work shift.**Position Perks & Benefits:****Paid time off:** full-time employees receive an attractive time off package to balance your work and personal life**Employee benefits package:** full-time employees receive health, dental, vision, retirement, life, & more**Top-notch training:** initial, ongoing, comprehensive, and supportive**Career mobility:** advancement opportunities/promoting from within**Welcoming, warm, supportive:** a work culture & environment that promotes your well-being, values you as human being, and encourages your health and happiness.**Brightli is on a Mission:**A mission to improve client care, reduce the financial burden of community mental health centers by sharing resources, a mission to have a larger voice in advocacy to increase access to mental health and substance user care in our communities, and a mission to evolve the behavioral health industry to better meet the needs of our clients.As a behavioral and community mental health provider, we prioritize fostering a culture of belonging and connection within our workforce. We encourage applications from individuals with varied backgrounds and experiences, as we believe that a rich tapestry of perspectives strengthens our mission. If you are passionate about empowering local communities and creating an environment where everyone feels valued and supported, we invite you to join our mission-driven organization dedicated to cultivating an authentic workplace.We are an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.Burrell Behavioral Health is a Smoke and Tobacco Free Workplace.