What are the responsibilities and job description for the Mental Health Clinician (LMHC or LICSW) - School-Based position at Thrive Therapies Group?
About Thrive Therapies Group
Thrive Therapies Group is hiring a school-based Mental Health Clinician to provide student-centered behavioral health support to K-12 students in Bellingham, Washington. Partner with special education teams, counselors, administrators, and families to deliver evidence-based interventions and coordinate care. This is a direct clinical role; supervisory responsibilities are not assumed.
What You'll Do
- Conduct trauma-informed assessments and develop individualized treatment plans aligned with student needs and, when applicable, IEP goals
- Provide individual and small-group therapy using evidence-based approaches such as CBT, DBT-informed skills, motivational interviewing, and trauma-focused techniques within scope of training
- Assess suicide and self-harm risk, develop safety plans, and respond to mental health crises with school administration and safety teams
- Facilitate family meetings, caregiver education, and coordination with community providers
- Maintain timely, accurate clinical documentation and progress records
- Collaborate with teachers, special education staff, school counselors, nurses, and related-service providers
Qualifications
- Master's degree in social work, counseling, clinical mental health, or a related qualifying field
- Current, unrestricted Washington State licensure as a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) or Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker (LICSW)
- Experience supporting children or adolescents in school, clinical, or community settings
- Knowledge of developmentally appropriate, trauma-informed, evidence-based mental health care
- Ability to complete district-required clearances and work on-site
Preferred Experience
- Previous school-based mental health experience
- Experience collaborating on IEP teams and school crisis-response protocols
- Familiarity with culturally responsive care and family engagement
Why Join Thrive Therapies Group
Make an Impact
Deliver accessible, evidence-based mental health services that help K-12 students during the school year.
Collaborative Team
Work alongside special education teams, school counselors, administrators, nurses, families, and related-service providers.
Apply Today
Join Thrive Therapies Group and help K-12 students access meaningful school-based supports. We encourage qualified local providers who can work on-site in Whatcom County to apply.
Pay: $50.00 - $60.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Health insurance
- Retirement plan
Work Location: In person
Salary : $50 - $60