School Based Therapist (Trenton, MO

Position: School Based Therapist (Trenton, MO)
Location: Trenton

## School Based Therapist (Trenton, MO)
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* Job Description:

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** School‐Based Therapist**##
** Trenton, MO | Full‐Time | Monday–Friday (40 hours/week)
** Supporting Trenton School District **$7,000 Sign‐On Bonus for Eligible External Applicants
**** Salary Range**
* ** Provisional Therapist (PLPC / LMSW):** $53,000 – $72,000
* ** LPC / LCSW:** $57,000 – $80,000    *(Compensation based on license and experience)*## ## Make a Difference—Where It Matters Most Are you passionate about helping students thrive emotionally, socially, and academically? As a
** School‐Based Therapist with Preferred Family Healthcare**, you’ll work directly in local schools, providing meaningful mental health support where students already feel comfortable and connected.

This role is ideal for therapists who value
** impact, collaboration, and consistent schedules**, and who want the support of an experienced, mission‐driven organization.## ## ## Position Perks & Benefits
* ** Up to $12,000 in annual collaborative service goal bonuses**
* ** NHSC‐approved site** – eligible for tax‐free student loan repayment
* ** FREE licensure supervision
** for PLPCs and LMSWs
* ** Automatic pay increase
** upon full licensure (LPC or LCSW)
* ** Additional income opportunities
** for fully licensed clinicians
* ** Highly competitive salary
** based on license level
* ** Year‐round employment**, with future 10‐ or 11‐month options
* ** Robust onboarding and ongoing clinical training**
* ** Welcoming, supportive team culture**
* ** Monday–Friday schedule** – no nights or weekends## ## What You’ll DoAs a School‐Based Therapist, you’ll provide trauma‐informed, student‐centered care in collaboration with school staff and families.
** Key Responsibilities
*** Provide
** individual counseling
** to students on‐site during school hours
* Maintain a
** manageable caseload
** aligned with supervisory standards
* Deliver
** prevention, intervention, and supportive services
** to reduce barriers to learning
* Participate in
** treatment planning and staffing meetings**, developing meaningful, goal‐driven care plans
* Respond to
** emotional or behavioral crises
** with timely, compassionate support
* Ensure
** continuity of care
** through follow‐up services and referrals
* Collaborate with
** school counselors and community partners
** to connect students and families with resources
* Conduct
** clinical assessments and interventions
** for students and families
* Serve as a
** liaison for families**, supporting coordinated, holistic care## ## Licensure Requirements Candidates must possess—or be actively working toward—one of the following:
* Provisionally Licensed Professional Counselor (PLPC)
* Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC)
* Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW)
* Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW)## ## Additional Qualifications
* Experience (or interest) in individual, group, or family therapy
* Ability to collaborate within school and community settings
* Valid driver’s license and auto insurance## Comprehensive Benefits That Support
* You
* * Medical, dental, and vision insurance
* Life and disability insurance
* ** Generous PTO** (vacation, holidays, sick leave)
* ** 403(b) retirement plan with up to 5% employer match
*** Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
* Health & wellness initiatives
* Employee discount programs
** Position Perks & Benefits:
**** Paid time off:
** full-time employees receive an attractive time off package to balance your work and personal life
** Employee benefits package:
** full-time employees receive health, dental, vision, retirement, life, & more
** Top-notch training:
** initial, ongoing, comprehensive, and supportive
** Career mobility:
** advancement opportunities/promoting from within
** Welcoming, warm, supportive:
** a work culture & environment that promotes your well-being, values you as human being, and encourages your health and happiness.
** Brightli is on a Mission:
** A mission to improve client care, reduce the financial burden of community mental health centers by sharing resources, a mission to have a larger voice in advocacy to increase access to…