What are the responsibilities and job description for the School-Based Therapist position at Manson Northwest Webster CSD?
Position Type: School-Based Therapist
District: Manson NW Webster CSD
Location: THRIVE Academy
Join Our Team at THRIVE Academy!
Do you believe meaningful mental health support can change the trajectory of a child's life? Are you passionate about providing therapeutic services in a school-based setting where collaboration, relationships, and prevention truly matter? If so, THRIVE Academy invites you to join our team.
THRIVE Academy is a Therapeutic, Trauma-Informed school serving students in grades K–12 from 27 partner districts across Iowa. As part of the Manson Northwest Webster Community School District, THRIVE supports students' social, emotional, mental health, and academic needs by establishing Healthy Habits and building Resilience through individualized and inclusive practices.
Our goal is not just treatment - but growth, stabilization, and successful reintegration into students' resident school districts.
Position Summary
We are seeking a Full-Time School-Based Therapist to provide individual and group therapy services within our K–12 school setting. This position is a critical part of THRIVE's multidisciplinary approach, working closely with educators, support staff, families, resident districts, and community partners to address students' mental health needs in a holistic, coordinated manner.
At THRIVE, therapists are embedded members of the school community-bridging clinical care with educational practice to support students' long-term success.
What You'll Do
- Conduct diagnostic assessments and develop clinical treatment recommendations.
- Independently assess and diagnose mental health conditions in children and adolescents.
- Develop individualized treatment plans in collaboration with students and families.
- Provide individual and group therapy aligned to students' therapeutic goals.
- Respond to and support crisis intervention needs as they arise.
- Collaborate with instructional and support staff to align therapeutic and educational interventions.
- Serve on student support and problem-solving teams to develop comprehensive intervention plans.
- Act as a liaison to community-based services and external treatment providers as needed.
- Provide mental health education, workshops, or presentations for staff, students, or families.
- Maintain accurate, timely clinical documentation and records.
- Ensure compliance with state, local, and ethical regulations, including confidentiality requirements.
- Evaluate and monitor the effectiveness of treatment plans and make adjustments as needed.
- Perform other program-related duties that support student success and school operations.
What We're Looking For
- A student-centered, trauma-informed clinician who values collaboration in a school setting.
- Strong clinical judgment, assessment, and diagnostic skills.
- Ability to work effectively with children, adolescents, families, and multidisciplinary teams.
- Excellent communication, organization, and documentation skills.
- Flexibility, professionalism, and a commitment to ethical, strengths-based practice.
- Passion for supporting students with complex social-emotional and mental health needs.
Education & Licensure Requirements
- Master's Degree in Social Work or a related Mental Health Field from an accredited institution
- Iowa licensure as one of the following:
- Licensed Independent Social Worker (LISW)
- Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC)
Why THRIVE Academy?
- Fully embedded school-based therapeutic model
- Small student populations, allowing for meaningful clinical impact
- Strong collaboration between education and mental health professionals
- Opportunity to influence early intervention and long-term outcomes
- Supportive, mission-driven culture grounded in relationships and resilience
At THRIVE Academy, therapists don't work on the sidelines-they are essential partners in helping students heal, grow, and succeed in school and in life.
Apply today and be part of a team where your clinical expertise truly makes a difference.
Applicants are subject to a background check.