School-Based Therapist/Counselor (Licensed)

To support the continued delivery of quality and compassionate care in our communities, we are offering a retention bonus of $1,000.* Your commitment helps us meet critical service needs, and we’re excited to have you be a part of our mission! Empower Students to Thrive as a School-Based Therapist Make a real difference in the lives of children and adolescents—right where they learn. As a School-Based Therapist with Compass Health Network, you’ll provide mental health services directly in the school setting, helping students and families overcome challenges and build brighter futures.

You'll be part of a supportive, integrated team that believes in compassionate care, clinical excellence, and the power of early intervention. This position serves all grade levels in the LebanonSchool District. Based on a Monday-Friday 8am-5pm schedule.

This Is a Great Opportunity for Someone Who: Enjoys working in partnership with school staff to make mental health more accessible for students Believes in early intervention and wants to help youth overcome challenges before they escalate Values clinical support, collaboration, and meaningful work without the stress of private practice logistics

Key Responsibilities Provide mental health therapy (individual, family, and/or group) to students based on their needs Complete initial evaluations, diagnostic assessments, and treatment plans in collaboration with the student and family Coordinate care with school staff, families, and other Compass providers to support holistic treatment Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation in compliance with agency policies (within 24 hours of service delivery) Participate in school meetings as appropriate to advocate for student needs Serve as a mental health resource and consultant to school personnel Support crisis intervention needs and safety planning, with 24/7 access to Compass’s crisis resources Collaborate with a multi-disciplinary team to ensure wraparound care for each student Requirements, Skills, Knowledge and Expertise Master’s degree in a human service-related field required LICENSURE/CERTIFICATION: • LCSW, LPC, or LMFT (or provisional) valid in Missouri required You’ll Be A Great Fit for This Role if You: Are passionate about supporting the mental health of children, teens, and families Thrive in school environments and value close collaboration with teachers, counselors, and administrators Prefer the stability of a full-time clinical role—with no billing, marketing, or overhead to manage Want your evenings and weekends free, with a schedule that mirrors the school calendar Appreciate having clinical consultation, supervision, and support available at all times Are excited by the idea of being a trusted advocate and change agent within your local school community Why Therapists Love Working at Compass Health: Licensure supervision provided HRSA loan repayment eligibility upon full licensure (select locations) Paid holidays and no weekend shifts Generous Paid Annual Leave Robust onboarding and quarterly clinical training to support your development Team-based model with built-in clinical consultation and collaboration Opportunities for leadership, program development, and specialized training IND2