Behav Health Therapist

Free LCSW supervision for CSW applicants provided by experienced practitioners who are here to support your growth!

Join our team and help us deliver compassionate, high-quality healthcare for all—right where students and families need it.

We’re looking for a Behavioral Health Therapist to work on-site in a middle school, supporting primarily middle school aged and adult patients.

• 💼 What You’ll Love About This Role
• Day shift schedule that follows the Fayette County Public Schools calendar.
• Work in a middle school setting—perfect for those passionate about youth and early intervention.
• Be part of a supportive, team-based care model.
• Clinical supervision provided for CSWs .
• Eligible for NHSC (National Health Service Corps) student loan repayment programs.

👥 What You’ll Do

• We are seeking a dedicated Behavioral Health Professional to become a member of our diverse care team! In this role, you will work as a behavioral health therapist in a school based clinic.
• Provide comprehensive assessment and diagnosis of patients seeking behavioral health treatment.
• Develop effective treatment plans, that include specific goals to be met and timeline for meeting goals.
• Assist clients in achieving established self-management goals.
• Evaluate crisis situations and apply appropriate interventions or referrals if needed.
• Actively participate in meetings that support an integrated Medical/Mental Health care model to provide comprehensive care for clients.
• Assist in the detection of “at risk” patients and development of plans to prevent further psychological or physical deterioration.
• Assist in the management of chronic disease by working with patients in self-management of chronic diseases.
• Refer patients for other treatment when objective progress in patient’s condition cannot be documented.
• Work closely with teachers, school administrators, guidance counselors, and other Fayette County Public School System employees when warranted.
• Complete all Fayette County Public School requirements (background check, referral pathway, behavior on school property, etc.).
• Provide trainings for staff and/or families on Behavioral Health issues as needed.
• Must comply with HIPAA, HITECH, and Part II regulations.
• Participate in quality improvement documentation, including the use of symptom rating scales and peer review evaluations, as necessary.
• Meet HealthFIRST Bluegrass Inc. productivity and quality standards.

• What We Are Looking For
• Must be licensed to practice independently in the state of Kentucky (LCSW, PhD, PsyD, or equivalent) OR
• A Certified Social Worker with relevant experience.
• Must maintain compliance with licensure board continuing education requirements.

• ❤️ Why Join Us?
• You’ll have the opportunity to build meaningful relationships, support students early, and help create healthier futures—while enjoying a predictable, school-based schedule.

Dayshift. Follows the Fayette County Schools Schedule