Mental Health Therapist (School Based)

EMPLOYMENT ANNOUNCEMENT

Harrisburg is located in the Mid-Willamette Valley between Eugene and Corvallis. 

Applicants interested in a Flexible schedule are encouraged to apply!

POSTING DATE: March 6, 2025

POSITION: Mental Health Therapist (School Based) 2025-2026 SY

Harrisburg School District is seeking to hire a licensed mental health therapist (LCSW, LPC, LMFT, or Licensed Psychologist) for in-person, on-site mental health services. This model is unique, providing mental health services for children and adolescents directly within a school building to reduce barriers such as cost, transportation, and concerns around confidentiality that often keep children and youth from seeking the mental health services they need. This embedded position encourages community collaboration to increase client care and improve outcomes.

JOB SUMMARY: This position is on-site with Harrisburg School District and will collaborate with the school counselors and administrators. The qualified candidate will provide mental health treatment, including consultation, assessment, and ongoing treatment to K-12 students and their families. The Harrisburg School District operates on a 4-day school work, M-Th. 

SALARY RANGE:  $44,038- $86,354 

                               Placement on the salary schedule will be competitive and commensurate with education, 

                               experience, and work schedule. District policy GCBA will be implemented. 

BENEFITS: Prorated employer-paid insurance CAP to assist with health, dental, and vision premiums, employer-paid Basic Life, and AD&D policies. Paid personal days, sick leave, and paid holidays, with a generous PERS retirement contribution.

QUALIFICATIONS: Master’s Degree in Social Work, Psychology, behavioral science, or related field.

Licensed Therapist with Oregon Licensing Board - Must have an active license (LCSW, LPC, LMFT, or Licensed Psychologist) and be in good standing with your respective board (Oregon Board of Licensed Professional Counselors and Therapists, Oregon Board of Licensed Clinical Social Workers). 

APPLY TO: Human Resources

Harrisburg School District 7

P.O. Box 208

Harrisburg, Oregon 97446

Telephone: (541) 995-6626  Fax: (541) 995-3453

Online at: https://harrisburg.tedk12.com/hire/index.asp

APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS:

Completed Oregon Statewide Teacher Application through TalentEd at:  

https://harrisburg.tedk12.com/hire/index.asp

Letter(s) of recommendation

Copy of transcripts

JOB EXPECTATIONS:

• Provide mental health support to students and families
• Access mental health community resources to support students and families
• Able to work calmly in stressful situations
• Able to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing
• Able to work harmoniously with students, parents, staff, and administrators
• Able to apply FERPA and HIPAA confidentiality laws. 
• Able to sit, stand, lift, and walk for extended periods
• Utilize evidence-based, strengths-based, and culturally appropriate approaches.
• Meet all standards and expectations of the professional licensure board. 

JOB DUTIES INCLUDE, BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO:

• Provide individual and family therapy to district students and families
• Conduct groups and/or skill-building opportunities
• Provide crisis intervention and response (Including suicide screening, assessment, and safety planning)
• Offer support and assistance, as needed, in crisis situations in schools
• Coordinate behavioral/mental health consultation and care coordination with school counselors
• Provide case management, resource and referral, and advocacy services
• Participate in meetings, committees, trainings, workgroups, and conferences as appropriate
• Apply mental health insurance billing systems and regulations
• Other duties as assigned

APPLICATION CLOSING DATE:  Open until filled

STARTING DATE:  August 18, 2025

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER:

Qualified applicants receive consideration for employment without discrimination because of sex, marital status, race, color, creed, national origin, or the presence of a non-job-related handicap.  Reasonable accommodations for the application and interview process will be provided upon request and as required by the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990.  Disabled persons may contact Steve Woods, Superintendent, at (541) 995-6626 for additional information or assistance.  Speech/Hearing impaired persons may contact the district for assistance through the Oregon Relay at 1-800-835-2900 

OTHER: A detailed job description is available for review and is not necessarily an exhaustive or all-inclusive list of responsibilities, skills, duties, requirements, effort, function, or working conditions associated with the Job. The job description is not a contract of employment or a promise or guarantee of any specific terms or conditions of employment. The school district may add to, modify, or delete any aspect of this job (or the position itself) if the situation warrants.

Salary : $44,038 - $86,354