1 School Based Therapist (Kansas City / Independence) Job in Independence, MO
Burrell Behavioral Health is Hiring a School Based Therapist (Kansas City / Independence) Near Independence, MO
Job Description:
School Based Therapists
Kansas City / Independence, Missouri area
Are you a passionate and dedicated mental health professional looking to make a positive impact in the lives of children and adolescents? Do you want to work in a supportive and dynamic environment where you can grow your skills and advance your career? If so, we have an exciting opportunity for you!
We are seeking a licensed School Based Therapist to join our team in Kansas City, Missouri. As a member of our team, you will provide therapeutic services to students in a school setting. You will collaborate with teachers, staff, and parents to create individualized treatment plans that address the unique needs of each student. Your primary responsibilities will include conducting assessments, providing counseling sessions, developing behavioral intervention plans, and participating in multidisciplinary teams to ensure comprehensive care.
Our ideal candidate is someone who is passionate about working with children and has experience working in a school setting. You should be able to build rapport quickly with students, establish trust, and provide evidence-based interventions that promote social, emotional, and academic success. Strong communication and collaboration skills are essential as you will work closely with teachers, administrators, and other professionals to ensure the well-being of your clients.
Kansas City, Missouri is a vibrant and diverse city located in the heart of the Midwest. It offers a high quality of life, affordable housing, excellent schools, and endless opportunities for entertainment, culture, and outdoor activities. Whether you're a foodie, sports fan, or history buff, there's something for everyone in KC.
Some of the many great perks that come with this position include:
- *$3,000 Sign-On Bonus*
- Annual bonuses - up to $12,000 in annual bonuses
- Employee benefits package - health, dental, vision, retirement, life, & more**
- Paid time off - 29 days per year including vacation & holiday pay
- Clinical supervision - provided free* for PLPC, LMSW, PLMFT
- Additional income opportunities - for LPC & LCSW (provide supervision)
- Mileage reimbursement - company paid for work functions requiring travel
- NHSC approved - eligible site for tax-free student loan assistance
- Top-notch training - initial, ongoing, comprehensive, and supportive
- Year-round employment - plus future 10 or 11 month options
- 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
School Locations (subject to availability):
- Kansas City
- Independence
- Lee's Summit
- Blue Springs
- Fort Osage
- Grain Valley
- Surrounding county schools
**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.
**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.
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.
As a Burrell Behavioral Health employee, we value diversity, equity, and inclusion in our workforce and encourage applications from individuals from diverse backgrounds and experiences. If you are passionate about empowering your local communities and promoting health equity, we invite you to join our mission-driven organization that is committed to building a diverse, equitable, inclusive and authentic workplace.
SCHOOL BASED CLINICIAN, THERAPIST, COUNSELOR, MENTAL HEALTH, LPC, PLPC, LMSW, LCSW
We are an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer, and encourage applications from all qualified individuals without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, marital status, disability or veteran status, or to other non-work related factors.
Burrell is a Smoke and Tobacco Free Workplace.
Job Summary
Full Time
$93k-111k (estimate)
03/30/2024
05/28/2024
burrellautismcenter.com
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