What are the responsibilities and job description for the Travel School Based Therapist position at THE VISION PROJECT?
Job Overview
We are seeking a dedicated and energetic Travel School-Based Therapist to join our dynamic mental health team. In this role, you will provide comprehensive therapeutic services to students within various school settings, ensuring they receive the support needed to thrive academically, socially, and emotionally. Your expertise will help foster positive behavioral change, promote mental wellness, and support families navigating complex challenges. This position offers an exciting opportunity to make a meaningful impact on children's lives while working in diverse educational environments.
Duties
- Conduct individual and group therapy sessions utilizing evidence-based practices such as cognitive behavioral therapy, attachment-based therapy for children, and trauma-informed care to address emotional and behavioral issues.
- Perform comprehensive patient assessments, including diagnostic evaluations and crisis management, to develop tailored treatment plans aligned with each student’s unique needs.
- Collaborate with school staff, families, and multidisciplinary teams to coordinate case management efforts and ensure continuity of care.
- Implement behavior management strategies and conflict resolution techniques to support positive student behavior and social development.
- Maintain accurate clinical documentation in compliance with HIPAA regulations and medical documentation standards using social work documentation tools and electronic medical records systems.
- Provide crisis intervention and trauma-informed care for students experiencing acute emotional distress or behavioral crises.
- Engage in cultural diversity counseling and adolescent development practices to foster an inclusive environment that respects each child's background and experiences.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in social work, psychology, counseling, or a related field; licensure or certification as required by state law (e.g., LCSW, LPC, LAC, LMSW).
- Proven experience working with children, adolescents, and families in school or community settings.
- Strong knowledge of trauma therapy, case management, motivational interviewing, and evidence-based psychotherapy modalities.
- Familiarity with medical terminology, medical records management, communication with staff and teachers
- Ability to manage crisis situations effectively through crisis intervention skills and trauma-informed care techniques.
- Experience working with students at the high school level with energetic self driven personality.
- Excellent working collaboratively with school personnel, families, and healthcare providers; culturally competent in diverse environments.
Join us in empowering students through compassionate mental health services! This paid position offers a rewarding career path where your expertise directly enhances the well-being of children and youth across educational settings.
Pay: $450.00 per day
Application Question(s):
- Are you a self driven and able to complete task independently?
- Do you have experience with case management?
Experience:
- School Based : 1 year (Required)
License/Certification:
- LAC, LPC, LCSW, LMSW (Required)
Ability to Commute:
- Helena, AR (Required)
Work Location: On the road
Salary : $450