Caseworker II/LPHA - School Based Mental Health Therapist - Heart of Texas Behavioral Heath Network (Previously known as Heart if Texas MHMR)

Caseworkers for Klaras Center for Families work with Mental Health staff in the surrounding area schools.  Will work with an interdisciplinary team consisting of; case manager, family partner, psychiatrist and other KCF staff and work with school personnel in collaboration to provide services on campus.  This person will perform intake assessment; implement rehabilitation treatment plans and diagnoses.
 

Knowledge, Skills, and Essential Functions

School Based Mental Health (SBMH) Therapist will provide individual, group and/or family counseling and/or skills training in the school setting.  SBMH Therapist will work in tandem on site with a case manager to provide comprehensive services and facilitate relationships between mental health staff, school personnel, clients and families. SBMH Therapist will be responsible for intakes, assessments, diagnoses and will lead in the development of treatment plans.   

• Excellent written communication  and computer keyboarding for inputting clinical documentation
• Excellent verbal communication with consumers, staff, and community providers
• Time management required to meet service goals
• Some local travel 10%
• Lift up to 30 lbs.
• Stooping, bending, sitting, standing, and keyboarding for prolonged periods
• Ability to be CPR and PMAB certified
• Valid driver's license, liability insurance, and reliable transportation required

Education and Experience

• Master's in social work, psychology or related field human services field required
• Requires Licensure as an LPC or LCSW, or Master's Level candidate for licensure as an LPC-I or LMSW

Hours: M-F 8AM-5PM with some flexibility to accommodate school schedule

Salary Range:  Master's Degree $48,150-$52,965 Annual Salary DOQ
                          Licensure            $64,000 Annual Salary

Location -

Position 231-Robinson ISD 

 

Benefits:

Heart of Texas Behavioral Health Network strives to offer competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package that includes:

Employer paid Health Insurance, no copays, no deductibles, 0 cost most prescriptions*
Employer paid Dental Insurance
Employer paid Life Insurance
Employer Paid Short Term Disability
Employer Paid Employee Assistance Program
Payroll Direct Deposit
12 paid Holidays per year
Excellent 401-K Retirement Plan (Center will contribute 12% of employee earnings)**
              **Certain Requirements Apply**

Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) - begins after 3 months of full time employment