Child Mental Health Therapist

About Ridgeview Behavioral Health Services

Ridgeview Behavioral Health Services is a not-for-profit community mental health center specializing in social work, counseling, and therapy. Our mission is to provide hope, healing, and recovery to individuals and families in need.

Job Description

We are seeking a highly skilled and compassionate Child Mental Health Therapist to join our team as a School-Based Behavioral Health Liaison (SBBHL). This is a year-round position where you will be embedded in Scott County Schools, delivering direct therapy to students and coaching staff on engaging students with behavioral health needs.

Key Responsibilities

• Facilitate the awareness, growth, and psychological development of students through psycho-educational groups and individual support sessions.
• BUILD strong relationships with teachers, parents, and students by being empathetic, caring, and warm.
• Work collaboratively with school officials to develop trauma-informed behavior responses and promote a healthy teaching environment.
• Provide consultation services to teachers to enhance their ability to create positive, trauma-informed classroom environments.
• Participate in the Individualized Education Plan (IEP) process and assist parents and youth with developing trauma-informed support plans.

Requirements

• A Master's degree in social work, psychology, or counseling.
• Experience working with children and adolescents, especially in a social work or therapy/counseling capacity.
• A strong commitment to providing trauma-informed care and promoting a healthy learning environment.

Benefits

We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, retirement, long-term disability, holiday pay, vacation and sick leave, life insurance, and a wellness plan. Additionally, Ridgeview is an approved National Health Service Corp site, offering loan repayment for qualified behavioral health providers once licensed.