Job Description

School Based Therapist

Webster, Greene, & Christian County Public Schools

Marshfield, Willard, Nixa
(School Location Subject to Availability)

Are you a licensed or provisionally licensed therapist looking to make a positive impact in the lives of students? Burrell Behavioral Health is seeking School Based Therapists to join our dedicated team and work in collaboration with area public schools. Join our team of dedicated School-based Therapists where you will have the opportunity to support and empower students in southwest Missouri!

To qualify for this position, you must be one of the following:
*Licensed as PLPC, LMSW, PLMFT, LPC, LCSW, LMFT, PLP, LP

OR...

*Master's degree graduate planning to become licensed (*Counseling, Social Work, Clinical Psychology, or related fields of study graduates planning to take NCE or LMSW exams)

Some of the many great perks that come with this position include:

• PLPC/LMSW/PLMFT Salary - $55,852
• LPC/LMFT/LCSW Salary - $70,202
• Annual Bonuses - up to $12,000 in annual collaborative service goal bonuses
• ​ Employee benefits package - health, dental, vision, & more
• Paid time off - 29 days per year including vacation & holiday pay
• Licensure supervision - complimentary for LMSW's, PLPC's, PLMFT's
• Additional income opportunities - for LPC's and LCSW's
• NHSC approved - eligible site for tax-free student loan assistance
• Top-notch training - initial and ongoing
• Year-round employment - plus future 10 or 11 month options

In this role, you will provide individual, group, family, and practical counseling services to support student well-being and foster academic success. Your responsibilities will include establishing a caseload, coordinating with supervisory staff, and delivering prevention, intervention, and support services. You will also collaborate with school counselors and act as a liaison to ensure comprehensive care and access to community resources.

**Key Responsibilities:**

• **Individualized Counseling:** Utilize your expertise to provide personalized counseling to meet the unique needs of students and achieve treatment goals. These services will be conveniently offered at the school site during operating hours.
• **Caseload Management:** Establish a caseload that aligns with supervisory guidelines, ensuring efficient coordination and effective management of cases.
• **Academic Success Support:** Offer prevention, intervention, and support services to identified students, aiming to reduce barriers that hinder their academic achievements. Your efforts will directly contribute to enhancing student success.
• **Collaborative Treatment Planning:** Participate in client staffing sessions to pinpoint issues and establish treatment goals and objectives, adhering to Burrell guidelines. Assume management responsibilities for assigned cases, ensuring comprehensive and effective treatment plans.
• **Emergency Response:** Contribute to emergency services by providing swift aid during emotional crises, ensuring that students receive immediate support and care.
• **Comprehensive Follow-Up:** Provide or coordinate thorough follow-up services for all clients under your care, ensuring continuity of care and ongoing support to promote their well-being.
• **Community Resource Coordination:** Collaborate with school counselors to coordinate student support, including facilitating access to a range of community resources. Your efforts will ensure students receive holistic care and support.
• **Clinical Assessment and Intervention:** Conduct clinical assessments and deliver interventions to students and families, utilizing your expertise and knowledge to address their specific needs. These services will be conveniently offered at the school site during operating hours.
• **Liaison Role:** Serve as a liaison, ensuring that services reach all members of a family and enabling seamless coordination of care.

Qualifications that make you a great fit:
- Possess (or soon to possess) licensure as one of the following:

• Provisionally Licensed Professional Counselor (PLPC)
• Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC)
• Licensed Master of Social Work (LMSW)
• Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW

* Note: Burrell offers complimentary licensure supervision for PLPC and LMSW.
The salary structure includes an increase upon obtaining LPC or LCSW licensure, after completing the no-cost supervision program.

Additional Qualifications / Requirements:

• Preferred experience in providing family, individual, and group therapy, as well as community education.
• Possession of a valid driver's license and auto insurance.

Embrace Our Supportive Culture:

At Burrell Behavioral Health, we foster a culture where our associates are treasured as our greatest asset. We recognize that their fulfillment directly influences the exceptional services we provide. As a valued member of our team, you will be embraced by a supportive environment that encourages your growth and empowers you to harness your strengths through continuous training and professional development opportunities. Here are some of the perks you can enjoy as part of our family:

• Comprehensive Benefits Package We provide a comprehensive package that includes medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and disability plans. We want to ensure our associates have access to quality healthcare coverage.
• 403(b) Retirement Savings Plan We offer a competitive 403(b) plan with a generous match of up to 5%. We believe in helping our associates secure their financial future.
• Paid Time Off We understand the importance of work-life balance and provide a generous paid time off program for vacation, holidays, and sick time. We want our associates to have the opportunity to recharge and spend time with loved ones.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) We care about the well-being of our associates and offer an EAP to provide confidential counseling, resources, and support for personal and professional challenges.
• Health and Wellness Program: We promote a healthy lifestyle and offer a health and wellness program to support our associates' well-being. This program may include fitness challenges, wellness resources, and incentives for healthy behaviors.
• Employee Discount Program We believe in rewarding our associates and offer an employee discount program that provides exclusive discounts on various products and services.
• Mileage Reimbursement: For associates who need to travel as part of their role, we provide mileage reimbursement to offset expenses.
• License/Certification Reimbursement We support our associates' professional growth and offer reimbursement for relevant licenses and certifications.

These perks are just a snapshot of the benefits we provide to our valued associates. We believe in creating a supportive and rewarding work environment that contributes to their overall satisfaction and well-being.

SCHOOL BASED CLINICIAN

THERAPIST

COUNSELOR

MENTAL HEALTH

SALARY RANGE: $55,852 - $70,202

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.