School-Based Therapist (LCSW, LCPC, LMFT) – Full-Time | Bangor, ME

Make a difference where it matters most—help bring mental health care directly to students.
Penobscot Community Health Care (PCHC) is seeking a licensed Therapist (LCSW, LCPC, LMFT) to join our growing School-Based Health Center team in Bangor, Maine.

Join one of the most innovative and forward-thinking Federally Qualified Health Centers in the country and play a key role in expanding access to mental health services for students—making a lasting impact every day.

About the Role

• Full-time, 40 hours per week

• Monday–Friday, typically 7:00 AM – 3:30 PM

• Primarily on-site within the Bangor School District

• Based at either James F. Doughty Middle School or William S. Cohen Middle School, with occasional coverage at other schools in the district

You’ll play a key, foundational role in a growing mental health program, providing care directly where students spend most of their day.

Responsibilities

• Provide individual and/or group therapy to students

• Collaborate with an interdisciplinary care team across PCHC

• Partner closely with school staff and fellow School-Based Health Center clinicians

• Support timely access to care, continuity of care, and whole-child wellness

Qualifications

• Licensed LCSW, LCPC, or LMFT (independent licensure required, conditional licenses not eligible at this time)

• Comfortable working in a dynamic, evolving environment

• Passion for supporting children and adolescents

• Strong collaboration and communication skills

Why Join PCHC?

• Sign-on/retention bonus: $5,000–$15,000 (based on experience)

• Integrated Patient-Centered Medical Home model

• Innovative care delivery and programs

• Interdisciplinary team including psychiatry, primary care, and behavioral health

• Competitive compensation 

• Comprehensive benefits including: 

  • Medical, Dental and Vision Coverage options 

  • CME Reimbursement
  • Generous PTO Plans 
  • 11 Recognized, Paid Holidays! 
  • 403b Retirement 
    
    

• Supportive leadership and a collegial, mission-driven culture

About PCHC

Penobscot Community Health Care is a nonprofit, community-governed organization serving the Greater Bangor region and beyond, with 16 practice sites. We provide comprehensive services including primary care, dental, pediatrics, geriatrics, behavioral health, substance use treatment, pharmacy services, and care for individuals experiencing homelessness.

Our mission is to ensure everyone has access to high-quality, compassionate, and affordable care—supporting physical health, emotional well-being, personal dignity, and a sense of belonging.

Why Bangor, Maine?

Enjoy life in a vibrant riverside city with easy access to some of New England’s most beautiful landscapes. Bangor offers the perfect mix of convenience and outdoor adventure:

• Just 30 minutes from Acadia National Park

• Four-season outdoor recreation

• Thriving arts and cultural scene

• Family-friendly neighborhoods and strong schools

• Regional airport with easy connections

• Close to Portland (2 hours) and Boston (3 hours)

Ready to make a difference where it matters most?
Join Penobscot Community Health Care and help build healthier communities—starting with our students.

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Contact:    207.992.9200 / recruitment@pchc.com

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Salary : $5,000 - $15,000