Youth Mental Health Therapist

Location: Hybrid - Springfield, MO
Job Type: Full-time, Part-time, & Contract Opportunities Available
 
Compensation

• $64,000-$70,000 annually (Depending on licensure and experience)
• Sign on Bonus: $3,000 for provisionally licensed candidates & $5,000 for fully licensed candidates
• Additional Earning Potential: Opportunity to earn up to $18,000 in incentives

Schedule

Hybrid, flexible work schedule with a minimum of (3) days on campus; notes and documentation can be completed remotely.
 
Job Summary

At KVC, our therapists provide compassionate care to children and teens, guiding them on their healing journey through individual, group, and family sessions.

They offer crucial crisis intervention services, conduct thorough assessments, document services, and manage cases to ensure comprehensive care.

This person will work with children or adolescents in residential care, supporting their emotional well-being and helping them navigate the path to recovery and personal growth.

Qualifications

Education: Master’s degree in social work or counseling

Licensure/Certification: LMSW, LCSW, PLPC, or LPC

Benefits:

• Paid Time Off

Enjoy a generous amount of leave to support your work-life balance.

• Paid Parental Leave

Receive financial support during parental leave to help you spend quality time with your new family member.

• Health, Dental, Vision & Life Insurance

Comprehensive insurance coverage to keep you and your family healthy and protected.

• 403(b) with Company Match

Retirement savings plan with company contributions to help you plan for your future.

• Tuition Reimbursement

Financial assistance for continuing education and professional development.

• Professional Licensure and Certification Reimbursement

Support for obtaining and renewing professional licenses and certifications.

• Employee Assistance Program

Confidential support for personal and professional challenges, including counseling and resources.

• Wellness Benefits

Access to health screenings and mental health support to promote overall well-being.

Why KVC?

KVC is a nonprofit child placing and behavioral health agency with a long legacy of compassionately serving children and families. We are committed to providing our employees with a supportive and rewarding work environment. We also believe in the importance of work-life balance, and we offer a variety of programs and resources to help our employees achieve it (Wellbeing Committee, DEI B Committee, Talent Development Programs, etc.).

At KVC Health Systems, our employees are our greatest asset. Based on the voice of our employees, KVC debuted with an 83 Work Wellbeing score on Indeed, a rating so high and rare that it places KVC among the top 1% of employers nationally. We are committed to providing a positive, supportive work environment where you can do your best work and love coming to work every day.