School Based Therapist-2

Job Description:

Job Title: School Based Therapist 2
Location: Springfield, MO
Department: School Based Services
Employment Type: Full-Time

Job Summary:

Are you passionate about helping children and adolescents overcome challenges and build brighter futures? As a School Based Therapist 2, you'll have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact every day by providing behavioral health services where students spend much of their time: at school. Join a compassionate, collaborative team dedicated to changing lives through accessible, high-quality care. This role offers the chance to build strong relationships with students and families, develop clinical expertise, enjoy professional growth opportunities, and make a lasting difference in your community.

The School Based Therapist 2 provides assessment, diagnosis, treatment planning, and therapeutic services to students experiencing mental health and/or substance use challenges. This position delivers individual, family, and group therapy services while collaborating with school personnel, families, and treatment team members to support successful outcomes. The therapist utilizes evidence-based practices, crisis intervention skills, and professional judgment to help students achieve their treatment goals and improve overall well-being.

Springfield offers the perfect blend of community, affordability, and opportunity. With excellent schools, outdoor recreation, a vibrant arts scene, and a strong sense of community, Springfield is an outstanding place to live, work, and make a difference in the lives of others.

The School Based Therapist 2 position offers…

· All-Inclusive Employee Benefits Package - A robust full-time employee benefits package encompassing health, dental, vision, retirement, disability, life insurance, wellness program, generous paid time off, and more

· Telemedicine – 24/7 phone, web, or mobile app medical, behavioral health, & dermatology visits

· Employee Assistance Program – 24/7 counseling services, legal assistance, & financial consultation for you and your household at no cost

· Career Advancement & Wage Growth - Grow in your career with great opportunities for upward mobility and added income

· Comprehensive Training - Learn and develop skills with our robust on-the-job training

· Workplace Culture - An environment cultivating employee wellbeing, valuing each individual's humanity, and actively promoting healthy, joyful workforce engagement

· Opportunity to provide meaningful services directly within local schools and communities

· Diverse clinical experiences working with children, adolescents, and families

· Collaborative multidisciplinary treatment teams and supportive leadership

· Ability to provide both in-person and telehealth services

Key Responsibilities:

· Provide individual, family, group, and therapeutic counseling services to students based on treatment goals and clinical needs

· Conduct comprehensive assessments, screenings, and diagnostic evaluations to determine appropriate treatment interventions

· Develop, implement, and update individualized treatment plans that reflect client progress and evolving needs

· Facilitate group therapy, psychoeducation, family sessions, and specialty therapeutic services, including trauma-informed and co-occurring treatment

· Respond to crisis situations and coordinate emergency interventions as needed to support client safety and stabilization

· Collaborate with school personnel, families, referral sources, and treatment team members to ensure coordinated care

· Participate in treatment team meetings, clinical staffing, and case consultations to support positive client outcomes

· Maintain timely, accurate, and compliant clinical documentation in accordance with regulatory and agency standards

· Support successful transitions of care by completing discharge planning and transition documentation

· Provide clinical consultation, training, and guidance regarding evidence-based practices and treatment approaches when appropriate

· Represent the organization professionally within schools and the community while fostering positive relationships with stakeholders

· Complete required training and perform additional duties as assigned

Education, Experience, and/or Credential Qualifications:

· Master's degree in social work, Psychology, Counseling, or a related behavioral health field

· Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC), Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), or Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT)

· Hold active licensure through the applicable state board of professional registration

· Experience providing mental health and/or substance use disorder treatment services

· Experience conducting assessments, rendering diagnoses, and developing treatment plans

· Knowledge of evidence-based therapeutic interventions and behavioral health treatment principles

· Experience providing individual, family, and group counseling services

· Ability to provide telehealth services

Additional Qualifications:

· Current driver's license, acceptable driving record, and current auto insurance

· Must be willing to become licensed in additional states as needed

· Must be willing and comfortable providing telehealth services; training will be provided

· Must attain First Aid certification within three (3) months of employment and maintain certification thereafter

· Must attain CPR certification within three (3) months of employment and maintain certification thereafter

· Must attain required de-escalation/intervention training within thirty (30) days of employment or first available class after start date

· Ability to establish effective relationships with students, families, school personnel, referral sources, and treatment team members

· Strong verbal and written communication skills

· Ability to manage caseload responsibilities, documentation requirements, and multiple priorities effectively

· Knowledge of mental health and substance use disorder diagnostic criteria and treatment approaches

· For school-based services programs, must be able to provide services at the school site during school operating hours

· Successful completion of background screenings including criminal record, driving record, abuse/neglect, and fingerprint checks

Physical Requirements

· Perform sedentary work involving exertion of up to 10 pounds of force occasionally

· Sit for extended periods while completing documentation, telehealth sessions, and other administrative tasks

· Frequently use hands, fingers, and arms for typing, writing, and computer-based work

· Occasionally walk or stand while providing services in school and community environments

· Effectively communicate with clients, families, school personnel, and treatment team members

Brightli is on a Mission:

At Brightli, we are committed to changing and saving lives through compassionate, client-centered care. Every day, our associates help individuals, families, and communities overcome barriers to wellness and build healthier futures. If you are passionate about making a meaningful impact, advancing your clinical career, and helping students thrive, we encourage you to apply and become part of our mission-driven team.

Keywords: School Based Therapist, School Therapist, Mental Health Therapist, LPC, LCSW, LMFT, Child Therapist, Behavioral Health, School Counseling, Telehealth Therapist

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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.