The School-Based Mental Health Therapist is responsible for conducting screening, evaluation, assessment, and treatment to children within the school setting who are in need of services. Persons in this position will conduct diagnostic assessments and provide individual therapy. They must work closely with other clinical staff and community agencies. A working knowledge of practical application of supportive therapeutic approaches and family dynamics is required. They may be required to attend and participate in meetings on behalf of the company and client.
PRIMARY JOB RESPONSIBILITIES
Assess strengths, weaknesses, and presenting problems through completion of assessment tools and intake screening interview
Uses assessment information to formulate a diagnosis and treatment plan
Provide individual and family therapy
Communicate with supervisor, physician and other treatment staff regarding observations and treatment interventions
Complete necessary documentation in accordance with service records requirements, Medicaid guidelines, and other insurance requirements.
Creates, reviews, and modifies crisis plan as needed
Monitors, evaluates and records clients progress according to treatment plan
QUALIFICATIONS
A Masters Degree in a human service field (social work, psychology, counseling) and licensure in the state of North Carolina is required (associate level or fully licensed)
. LCSW, LCSWA, LCMHC, LCMHCA, LMFT, LMFTA licensure in the state of North Carolina required
*HRSA approved site offering student loan repayment assistance program for fully-licensed clinicians!*
Benefits:
401(k)
Dental insurance
Employee assistance program
Flexible schedule
Flexible spending account
Health insurance
Life insurance
Paid time off
Vision insurance
Referral program
Pride in North Carolina, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer
Pride in North Carolina, LLC (PRIDE) is committed to developing and promoting high quality residential and community services that provide nurturing, caring environments for adults and youth with special needs.This commitment is premised on the belief that all persons, regardless of the nature and extent of their disability, are capable of living, learning, and actively participating in their communities as productive and responsible citizens. Pridefurthermore strives to maintain the dignity and worth of individuals and their families by acknowledging and respecting their needs, providing them with a support system, and working with them as equal partners. Within a spirit of collaboration and mutual respect, Pride emphasizes a partnership approach to service delivery, believing this is the most effective means of meeting the diverse treatment needs of the people we serve. Pride strives to serve as an innovative service delivery model to other public and private community agencies by actively enacting these values within the larger community.
