What are the responsibilities and job description for the School-Based Mental Health Therapist (Shenendehowa SD) position at Saratoga Center for the Family?
Saratoga Center for the Family, a non-profit with our main offices located in Saratoga Springs, has an exciting opportunity for self-motivated and committed therapists in our school based program at Shenendehowa School District. This is a 10 month position that follows the school based calendar, mirroring the school schedule with some additional afternoon appointments for parents; as well as 25 days of employment during the summer school vacation. Client base presents with a variety of concerns including victims of abuse and violence, trauma, families with parenting concerns, general anxiety and depression and behavioral problems. Experience with treatment of trauma, sexual abuse, Trauma Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and School based Mental Health experience preferred.
This role supports students and their families, as an employee of Saratoga Center for the Family in a school based position, fulfilling the following responsibilities:
· Provide individual and family psychotherapy
· Be responsible for initial mental health evaluations
· Collaboration with families, school staff, and outside providers
· Complete all necessary paperwork
Why Saratoga Center for the Family?
- School based position follows the school calendar with 25 days of work during the summer months
- Cohesive and supportive work environment
- Referrals supplied
- Minimal paperwork
- Paid evidence based trainings
- Agency provided administrative support
- Clinical Supervision at all levels of licensure
- Flexible schedule and hours which may include telehealth from home
- Guaranteed hourly rate/not fee for service
Requirements:
- Valid New York State License to practice Mental Health Therapy
- LCSW-R, LCSW, LMSW, LMHC, LMFT
Only licensed clinicians will be considered
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $25.00 - $30.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Parental leave
- Professional development assistance
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Education:
- Master's (Required)
License/Certification:
- LMSW, LCSW, LCSW-R, LMHC or LMFT (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $25 - $30