School Based Therapist at Better Morning, Inc.

Washington, District of Columbia, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

24 Dec, 25

Salary

70000.0

Posted On

25 Sep, 25

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Mental Health Care, Crisis Intervention, Therapy, Assessment, Documentation, Time Management, Communication, Problem Solving, Case Management, Team Collaboration, Confidentiality, Treatment Planning, Client Support, Organizational Skills, Family Therapy, Group Therapy

Industry

Mental Health Care

Description

Company Description Better Morning emerged as an outpatient behavioral health practice in Ashburn, VA in the year of 2014. In addition to providing counseling from the Ashburn office, Better Morning started off as a certified provider for intensive in home and community-based services (IHCBS), for at risk youth in District of Columbia. In August of 2017, Better Morning was certified as a Core service agency (CSA) by DC Department of Behavioral Health. Better morning founder’s passion for at risk youth and their family were the motivation to keep expanding the evidenced based programs to meet the need of the underserved population. Job Description Candidates holding a master's degree exclusively in Social Work are eligible to apply for this position. Role Requirements The School Based Therapist is responsible for providing services related to the delivery of mental health care to assigned consumers at the designated school location and will provide consultation services to the school staff to support the overall mental health goals of the school. Provides direct mental health services to include: Provides direct mental health services to include intake assessment, individual/family/group therapy, and crisis intervention to assigned clients. Collects information about consumers through interviews, tests, and evaluation of day-to-day functioning within work, family and other routines. Identifying areas needing continued support, resources and treatment in order to assist consumers. Completes master treatment plans, treatment plan updates, managed care authorizations and all chart requirements. Preparing and completing diagnostic and bio-psychological assessments, clinical notes, referrals, treatment plans of clients as appropriate. Attends regularly scheduled staff meetings and clinical supervision. Maintains confidentiality of records relating to consumers' treatment. Provides therapy; maintains assigned caseload. Works with Clinical Managers and other multi-disciplinary team members to develop and implement treatment plans/assessment for clients. Creates appropriate case management notes and input into systems as needed. Provides complete and timely documentation to support services rendered. Provides complete and timely documentation to support services rendered. Performs other job related duties as assigned. Qualifications Qualifications: Master's degree in social work Must possess a strong knowledge of common diagnoses and treatments for school-aged children and possess the skills necessary to facilitate positive change in a school environment. LGSW/LGPC- Required 1-3 years Mental Health experience. Excellent oral and written communication skills Excellent problem-solving skills Demonstrate exceptional time management organizational skills Additional Information Full-time (40 hours) (8 hours shift) Salary: $65,000.00 - $70,000.00 per year. The salary range differs based on the number of relevant work experience and educational level. In addition, we offer the below Employment Benefits: 401(k) matching Flexible schedule Health insurance Dental insurance Vision insurance Paid time off Sick leave Tuition reimbursement Additional information: Job Types: Full-time Schedule: 8-hour shift Work Location: In person

Responsibilities

The School Based Therapist provides mental health services to assigned consumers at designated school locations and consults with school staff to support mental health goals. Responsibilities include conducting assessments, providing therapy, and maintaining documentation.