School Based Therapist

TITLE: School-Based Therapist

REPORTS TO: School-Based Supervisor

STATUS: Exempt

POSITION SUMMARY:
The School-Based Therapist provides mental health and/or substance use services, education, consultation, and prevention support to students in school settings. This role includes assessment, treatment, and crisis intervention services to support student well-being and success.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Provide direct mental health and/or substance use services, including but not limited to intake assessments, individual, family, and group counseling, crisis intervention, and prevention services.
• Develop and maintain treatment plans, treatment plan updates, psychotherapy notes, and all required clinical documentation in a timely manner.
• Attend and actively participate in staff meetings, clinical consultations, IEP meetings, and other meetings as required.
• Collect and track mental health/substance use data and student outcomes to support program evaluation and effectiveness.
• Identify and coordinate appropriate family and community resources for treatment, support, and/or placement.
• Provide crisis assessment and intervention services, including availability outside of standard business hours when required.
• Support student reintegration following hospitalization or residential placement, including development and implementation of re-entry plans.
• Maintain knowledge of school disciplinary policies, at-risk student indicators, referral processes, and special education regulations; assist with related processes as appropriate.
• Foster effective communication and collaboration with students, families, school personnel, and community partners.
• Conduct family-based interventions as clinically indicated; encourage caregiver involvement in treatment planning.
• Assist families in accessing and utilizing community resources and coordinate care among providers to support treatment goals.
• Maintain flexibility to work adjusted schedules, including evenings and weekends, as needed to meet client needs.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

REQUIREMENTS:

• Valid driver’s license, reliable transportation, and current auto insurance (travel required).
• Adherence to professional ethics, confidentiality standards, and all applicable regulations.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively as part of a multidisciplinary team.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

• Master’s degree in Social Work, Counseling, or a related human services field.
• Minimum of two (2) years of relevant experience preferred.
• Must hold or be eligible to obtain Nebraska licensure (LMHP, LCSW, LIMHP, or LICSW).

Employment is at-will. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.