SUN BEHAVIORAL HEALTH GROUP·Carrollton, Kentucky
Responsible for conducting comprehensive mental health assessments and providing individual and group therapy to students. The role involves coordinating inpatient admissions, developing treatment plans, and collaborating with a multidisciplinary team to support patient recovery.
The School-Based Therapist provides behavioral health services to students within a school setting, helping them navigate emotional, behavioral, and social challenges that impact overall well-being and academic success. This role delivers individual, group, and family interventions while collaborating with school staff, families, and community partners to promote positive outcomes for students. Key Responsibilities Provide individual, group, and family therapy services to students. Conduct assessments, develop treatment plans, and maintain timely clinical documentation. Utilize evidence-based and trauma-informed interventions, including CBT, DBT-informed skills, Motivational Interviewing, and psychoeducation. Support students experiencing anxiety, depression, behavioral concerns, trauma, grief, family conflict, peer relationship issues, and school-related stress. Collaborate with families, school personnel, and community providers to coordinate care and support student success. Participate in treatment team meetings, case consultation, and clinical supervision as appropriate. Respond to crisis situations and student safety concerns in accordance with organizational and regulatory requirements. Maintain compliance with HIPAA, ethical standards, and school-based protocols. Qualifications Master’s degree in Social Work, Clinical Mental Health Counseling, Marriage & Family Therapy, or a related field preferred. Active KY clinical license (CSW, LPCA, LMFT, LCSW, LPCC) preferred but not required) Experience providing behavioral health services to children and adolescents preferred. Knowledge of trauma-informed care, student mental health needs, family systems, and evidence-based treatment approaches. Strong communication, relationship-building, and documentation skills. Strong written and verbal communication skills Why Join SUN Behavioral Health? Make a meaningful impact on students' emotional well-being and academic success. Work alongside supportive behavioral health and school-based professionals. Opportunities for collaboration, professional growth, clinical development, and career advancement.
We provide licensure supervision Supportive team culture A collaborative clinical environment where your voice is valued and your skills are developed The opportunity to work with a talented interdisciplinary team committed to holistic patient care Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits The chance to make a profound difference in the lives of patients and their families every single day. Ready to Make an Impact? If you’re passionate about leading groups, committed to clinical excellence, and motivated by meaningful work, we’d love to meet you. Apply today and help us bring hope, healing, and strength to the patients we serve. QualificationsEducation: Required: Masters degree in a mental health related field. CPR and hospital-selected de-escalation technique certification. Maintains education and development appropriate for position. Experience Required: None Preferred: Previous assessment and evaluation experience
Requires a Master's degree in a mental health related field and certifications in CPR and hospital-selected de-escalation techniques. No prior experience is required, although previous assessment and evaluation experience is preferred.
Market context
In Kentucky, school-based therapist roles are often driven by student mental health needs and district support services, making candidates with strong assessment and evaluation skills more competitive. This role requires a master’s degree in a mental health-related field plus CPR and hospital-selected de-escalation certifications, and prior experience is not required, though it is preferred. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits on this platform to save time, then confirm your credentials and highlight any school or youth-focused experience in your application.