School Social Worker Therapist

RIDGEVIEW, a not-for-profit community mental health center specializing in social work, counseling, and therapy, has an immediate opening for a School-Based Behavioral Health Liaison (basically, Outpatient Therapist) to be embedded in Anderson County Schools (Clinton, TN). This is a year round position where you will deliver direct therapy to students and coach staff on engaging students with behavioral health needs.

Do you have a master's degree in social work, psychology, or counseling? Want to work as an outpatient therapist with children and adolescents? We want you

What can we offer?

• Year round school based role
• Monday-Friday schedule
• Clinical supervision to assist you on your path to licensure for LCSW or LPC-MHSP
• All tests and license fees will be paid for- we want you to succeed

Ridgeview has been named a 2025 Top Workplace by Knoxville News Sentinel, which is a testament to our staff who unite behind the idea of One Ridgeview. 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. At Ridgeview, 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 we will work with the right candidate.

JOB DUTIES

School Based Behavioral Health Liaisons (SBBHLs) provide face-to-face consultation with classroom teachers to assist them in creating positive, trauma-informed classroom environments, to enhance the learning environment for children at risk of developing an emotional/behavioral problem or substance use disorder, or with serious emotional disturbance (SED). Training and education regarding childhood mental health and trauma-informed behavior responses in the classroom will also be incorporated in the consultation to assist the teachers in promoting a healthy teaching environment. Each SBBHL shall provide psycho-educational groups and other support as needed to youth identified by teachers and/or or other school officials. The SBBHL program will provide Liaison support between the family and the school and will, when invited, assist parents and youth with the Individualized Education Plan (IEP) process and with trauma-informed support plans. This position will draw on social work and counseling skills.

THE IDEAL CANDIDATE WILL

• Facilitate the awareness, growth, and psychological development of the client
• Build rapport with the client through empathic listening, caring, and warmth
• Be authentic, genuine, and transparent
• Play a significant role of resolving serious issues and conflicts within the family
• Encourage and motivate individuals to tackle their 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

Ridgeview offers a full line of benefits including: Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, Long-Term Disability, Holiday Pay, Vacation and Sick Leave, Life Insurance and Wellness Plan. Ridgeview is an approved National Health Service Corp site. Loan repayment for qualified behavioral health and primary health care providers is available once you are licensed.

Ridgeview is an equal opportunity employer. Ridgeview conducts Background Checks, Motor Vehicle Records, License/Degree Verification, and Drug Screens at hire. Employment is contingent upon clean drug screen, background check and driving record.

Apply Now and Start Your New, Fulfilling Career working with Students

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