School-Based Therapist

Make a real difference in the lives of children and adolescents—right where they learn. As a School-Based Therapist with Compass Health Network, you’ll provide mental health services directly in the school setting, helping students and families overcome challenges and build brighter futures. You'll be part of a supportive, integrated team that believes in compassionate care, clinical excellence, and the power of early intervention. This position serves elementary schools in the Ray-Pec School District.

About the Role

This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys:

• Working in partnership with school staff to make mental health more accessible for students
• Believing in early intervention and helping youth overcome challenges before they escalate
• Valuing clinical support, collaboration, and meaningful work without the stress of private practice logistics

Responsibilities

• Provide mental health therapy (individual, family, and/or group) to students based on their needs
• Complete initial evaluations, diagnostic assessments, and treatment plans in collaboration with the student and family
• Coordinate care with school staff, families, and other Compass providers to support holistic treatment
• Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation in compliance with agency policies (within 24 hours of service delivery)
• Participate in school meetings as appropriate to advocate for student needs
• Serve as a mental health resource and consultant to school personnel
• Support crisis intervention needs and safety planning, with 24/7 access to Compass’s crisis resources
• Collaborate with a multi-disciplinary team to ensure wraparound care for each student

Requirements

• Master’s degree in a human service-related field required
• Licensure/Certification: LCSW, LPC, or LMFT (or provisional) valid in Missouri required

Qualifications

You’ll be a great fit for this role if you:

• Are passionate about supporting the mental health of children, teens, and families
• Thrive in school environments and value close collaboration with teachers, counselors, and administrators
• Prefer the stability of a full-time clinical role—with no billing, marketing, or overhead to manage
• Want your evenings and weekends free, with a schedule that mirrors the school calendar
• Appreciate having clinical consultation, supervision, and support available at all times
• Are excited by the idea of being a trusted advocate and change agent within your local school community

Benefits

• Licensure supervision provided
• HRSA loan repayment eligibility upon full licensure (select locations)
• Paid holidays and no weekend shifts
• Generous Paid Annual Leave
• Robust onboarding and quarterly clinical training to support your development
• Team-based model with built-in clinical consultation and collaboration
• Opportunities for leadership, program development, and specialized training