Therapist School Based (Carroll County High School)

SUN Behavioral Health; Carrollton (KY); On-site; USD 55,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Licensure supervision

Supportive team culture

Competitive compensation

Job summary

SUN Behavioral Health in Erlanger, KY seeks a School-Based Therapist to deliver behavioral health services to students within a school setting. You will conduct individual, group, and family therapy, collaborating with teachers, families, and community partners to support student success.

The role emphasizes trauma-informed care and evidence-based interventions (CBT, DBT-informed skills, MI) to promote emotional well-being and academic achievement.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in a mental health field (Social Work, Counseling, Marriage & Family Therapy) or related field.
• KY clinical license preferred but not required (CSW, LPCA, LMFT, LCSW, LPCC).
• Experience with children/adolescents and trauma-informed care is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide individual, group, and family therapy to students.
• Conduct assessments, develop treatment plans, and document clinically.
• Utilize CBT, DBT-informed skills, Motivational Interviewing, and psychoeducation.
• Support students with anxiety, depression, trauma, and school-related stress.
• Collaborate with families and school staff to coordinate care, attend meetings.

Skills

Communication

Documentation

Trauma-informed care

Education

Master’s degree in Social Work or related field

KY clinical license preferred

Job description

SUN Behavioral Health | Erlanger, KY | Full-Time | Monday-Friday

About SUN Behavioral Health

School-Based Therapist

SUN Behavioral Health | Erlanger, KY | Full-Time | Monday-Friday

About SUN Behavioral Health

SUN Behavioral Health provides high-quality mental health and substance use treatment services with a commitment to evidence-based, patient-centered care. Our team is dedicated to helping individuals achieve stability, wellness, and long-term success. Sun is committed to Solving Unmet Needs

Position Summary

The School-Based Therapist provides behavioral health services to students within a school setting, helping them navigate emotional, behavioral, and social challenges that impact overall well-being and academic success. This role delivers individual, group, and family interventions while collaborating with school staff, families, and community partners to promote positive outcomes for students.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide individual, group, and family therapy services to students.
• Conduct assessments, develop treatment plans, and maintain timely clinical documentation.
• Utilize evidence-based and trauma-informed interventions, including CBT, DBT-informed skills, Motivational Interviewing, and psychoeducation.
• Support students experiencing anxiety, depression, behavioral concerns, trauma, grief, family conflict, peer relationship issues, and school-related stress.
• Collaborate with families, school personnel, and community providers to coordinate care and support student success.
• Participate in treatment team meetings, case consultation, and clinical supervision as appropriate.
• Respond to crisis situations and student safety concerns in accordance with organizational and regulatory requirements.
• Maintain compliance with HIPAA, ethical standards, and school-based protocols.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Social Work, Clinical Mental Health Counseling, Marriage & Family Therapy, or a related field preferred.
• Active KY clinical license (CSW, LPCA, LMFT, LCSW, LPCC) preferred but not required)
• Experience providing behavioral health services to children and adolescents preferred.
• Knowledge of trauma-informed care, student mental health needs, family systems, and evidence-based treatment approaches.
• Strong communication, relationship-building, and documentation skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills

Why Join SUN Behavioral Health?

• Make a meaningful impact on students' emotional well-being and academic success.
• Work alongside supportive behavioral health and school-based professionals.
• Opportunities for collaboration, professional growth, clinical development, and career advancement.

What We Offer

• We provide licensure supervision
• Supportive team culture
• A collaborative clinical environment where your voice is valued and your skills are developed
• The opportunity to work with a talented interdisciplinary team committed to holistic patient care
• Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits
• The chance to make a profound difference in the lives of patients and their families every single day.

Qualifications

Education

• Required: Masters degree in a mental health related field. CPR and hospital-selected de-escalation technique certification.
• Maintains education and development appropriate for position.

Experience

• Required: None
• Preferred: Previous assessment and evaluation experience