SCHOOL BASED THERAPIST OUTPATIENT

Purpose:

The School Based Therapist provides outpatient mental and behavioral health services in a school setting. This position is responsible for assessing the client's mental health status, developing a client-specific treatment plan, providing individual, group and family therapy and completing all required clinical documentation in compliance with KidsPeace and regulatory requirements.

Jo b Duties / Essential Functions

• Complete required assessments and develop a client-centered, individualized treatment plan with each client.
• Designate client problem areas, assist clients in formulating related goals and tasks and support clients in achieving these goals via the completion of specific tasks.
• Provide individual and family therapy which directly addresses client treatment plan goals.
• Conduct group therapy over the summer.
• Develop a discharge plan that meets the ongoing needs of each client.
• Participate in school meetings to connect students and families with mental and behavioral health services.
• Participate in SAP and other school-specific trainings.
• Complete all required documentation in a timely manner on KidsPeace approved forms and according to KidsPeace and regulatory standards.
• Other duties as assigned by management

KidsPeace is an equal opportunity employer supporting workplace diversity.

KidsPeace offers a comprehensive benefits package including generous paid time off.