School Social Worker Therapist school year only

About the Role

RIDGEVIEW, a not-for-profit community mental health center specializing in social work, counseling, and therapy, has an immediate opening in our existing School-Based Behavioral STAR Therapy program in Anderson County / Oak Ridge Schools. This is a school year position where you will deliver direct therapy to students. This new position aims to supplement existing school-based therapists and provide more therapy availability directly to students.

What We Offer

• School year schedule
• Monday-Friday schedule
• Clinical supervision to assist you on your path to licensure for LCSW or LPC-MHSP
• All tests and license fees paid

Ridgeview is a place where staff want to work, a place where staff are valued and appreciated, and a place where staff are proud of the impact they are making toward the improvement of people's lives. Our real job satisfaction is derived from co-workers, clients, and the realization that we are part of carrying out Ridgeview's mission: HOPE | HEALING | RECOVERY "Where life's complexities are met with hope."

Requirements

• Master’s degree in social work, psychology, or counseling
• Experience with children and/or adolescents, especially in a social work or therapy/counseling capacity, preferred but not required

Job Duties

• Provide face-to-face consultation with classroom teachers to create positive, trauma-informed classroom environments
• Enhance the learning environment for children at risk of developing emotional/behavioral problems or substance use disorders
• Provide training and education on childhood mental health and trauma-informed behavior responses
• Facilitate psycho-educational groups and other support for youth identified by teachers or school officials
• Act as a liaison between families and schools, assisting with Individualized Education Plans (IEPs) and trauma-informed support plans when invited

The Ideal Candidate Will

• Facilitate the awareness, growth, and psychological development of clients
• Build rapport through empathic listening, caring, and warmth
• Be authentic, genuine, and transparent
• Play a significant role in resolving serious issues and conflicts within families
• Encourage and motivate individuals to tackle mental health and behavioral problems effectively
• Provide a safe environment and establish a warm, comfortable therapeutic culture
• Work toward licensure as LCSW, LPC-MHSP, or LMFT if not already licensed

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision
• Retirement
• Long-Term Disability
• Holiday Pay
• Vacation and Sick Leave
• Life Insurance
• Wellness Plan
• Loan repayment for qualified behavioral health providers (available once licensed)

Ridgeview is an approved National Health Service Corp site and an equal opportunity employer. Background checks, motor vehicle records, license/degree verification, and drug screens are conducted at hire. Employment is contingent upon clean results.