Mental Health Therapist - School Based
Company: Favorite Healthcare Staffing
Location: Kansas City
Posted on: January 7, 2026
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Job Description:
Job Description A growing community based non-profit located in
Overland Park, KS is currently seeking an experienced Clinical
Manager to join their team full-time! Check out the details below:
Title: Therapist / Clinician – School Based Job Type: Permanent /
Direct Hire Setting: Non-Profit – Mental Health – School Based
Location: Kansas City, MO Schedule: Full Time, Monday-Friday,
Daytime hours The Mental Health Therapist / Clinician will join a
trauma-informed, mission-driven team supporting children and
families in school settings. The School-Based Therapist provides
individual and family therapy to help students overcome behavioral,
emotional, and psychological barriers to academic success. This
role includes completing clinical assessments, developing treatment
plans, collaborating with school staff, and offering care
year-round—including during summer months—via a hybrid of in-person
and telehealth sessions. Key Responsibilities: Provide
evidence-based, trauma-informed individual and family therapy
Conduct clinical assessments, diagnoses, and treatment planning
Maintain accurate, timely clinical documentation Collaborate with
school teams to support student needs Meet performance benchmarks
(average 22 sessions/week) Coordinate referrals and support
holistic care within the community Participate in teams, trainings,
and Sanctuary Model implementation Qualifications: - Master’s
degree in Social Work, Counseling, or Psychology - Missouri
licensure or provisional licensure (LMSW, PLPC, etc.) - Case
management experience a plus - Knowledge of child development,
DSM-V, trauma-informed care - Valid driver’s license, insurance,
and ability to pass background checks - Strong communication skills
and ability to engage children and families APPLY TODAY with an
updated resume to be considered!
Keywords: Favorite Healthcare Staffing, Kansas City , Mental Health Therapist - School Based, Social Services , Kansas City, Kansas
