Elementary School-Based Therapists

Brief Description

Location: Ankeny, IA- Elementary School

Working Model: onsite

Employee Type: 1.0 FTE

Hours: 8am-3PM

Start Date: May 2026

At Sagent Behavioral Health, we believe profound change is possible. As one of the largest behavioral health organizations in the Midwest—with 2,000 team members across 80 locations in five states—we offer the stability and resources to help you thrive.

Backed by more than 100 years of combined behavioral health experience, Sagent brings together the trusted legacies of Ellie Mental Health, LifeWorks, Nystrom & Associates, Psychiatric Associates, Sandhill Counseling & Consultation, and Vantage Point.

Here, you'll find a supportive, inclusive culture where you can hone your skills, collaborate with a fantastic team, and build a rewarding career focused on what matters most: helping others find hope. Guided by our HOPE values—Humility, Optimism, People-Centered, and Ethical Practice—we provide manageable caseloads, flexible schedules, and compensation options that work for you—from salary to production-based models.

As a Elementary School Based Therapist at Sagent Behavioral Health, you will implement mental health services to individuals in the school setting and their families. The School Based Therapist works collaboratively with the school district, school personnel, all Sagent/FSSI divisions and also other community-based agencies as referral sources.

Full Time Benefits

• Healthcare, Dental, Vision
• 401k, Long Term Disability, Short Term Disability and Life Insurance
• Reasonable caseload expectations and flexible scheduling
• Free attendance for internal CEUs
  
  

Responsibilities

• Manages a full-time caseload (25–30 clients), providing billable school-based mental health services and coordinating care with students, families, and school staff.
• Develops and implements individualized treatment plans aligned with child and family needs, and participates in IEPs and school meetings as requested.
• Completes timely, accurate documentation, including case notes within 24 hours, maintaining compliant electronic health records and required reporting data.
• Collaborates closely with school personnel, School-Based Coordinators, and clinical supervisors, attending supervision and maintaining adherence to organizational policies.
• Supports program needs during school breaks, assists with referrals to other services, and performs additional duties as assigned based on school schedules.
  
  

Requirements

• Holds an active, unrestricted Iowa license (or in-training license) in social work, marriage & family therapy, or counseling, and successfully passes a background check.
• Demonstrates a positive, cooperative work style and professional conduct.
• Possesses a valid driver’s license, auto insurance, reliable transportation, and the ability to travel within a 5-mile radius of the assigned clinic.
• Proficient in computer use, including Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and electronic health record (EHR) systems.
• Meets physical requirements to work in client environments, including walking, climbing stairs, crouching, stooping, sitting on floors, and standing for extended periods.
  
  

Compensation

We offer multiple pay options to meet your professional and financial goals!

Commission Based

• Licensed: $ 62,000 – 130,000
• In Training: $ 58,000 – 108,000
• Actual compensation may be determined by various factors such as education, experience, skillset, internal equity, schedule and/or location.
• Employees in these positions are W2