SUN BEHAVIORAL HEALTH GROUP·Jacksonville, North Carolina
The School-Based Therapist conducts diagnostic assessments and delivers individual and family therapy to children within a school setting. They collaborate with school staff and families while maintaining documentation according to Medicaid and insurance requirements.
The School-Based Therapist conducts diagnostic assessments, delivers individual therapy, and collaborates with school staff and families to support student success. Key Responsibilities: Assess strengths and needs through screening and evaluation. Formulate diagnoses and develop treatment plans. Provide individual and family therapy in school settings. Complete documentation per Medicaid and insurance requirements. Monitor progress and update crisis plans as needed. Education & Experience:
Required: Master’s degree in a human services field and licensure (LCSW(A), LCMHC(A), LMFT(A), or equivalent).
Must be licensed in North Carolina; associate or fully licensed clinicians accepted. This job description may be combined with another job description if there is not an adequate case load to sustain a full-time position. A minimum of a Master’s Degree in a human service field and provisional or full licensure by the state of North Carolina is required. Therapists must meet the licensure and/or experience requirements as specified in the service description based on the person-served’s needs.
A Master's degree in a human services field and a valid North Carolina license (LCSW, LCMHC, LMFT, or equivalent) are required. Candidates must be either associate or fully licensed clinicians.
Market context
School-based licensed mental health roles in North Carolina are often in steady demand as districts expand student support services and seek clinicians who can work in educational settings. These positions are competitive because they require a master’s degree plus a valid North Carolina license, and the posted requirements and benefits on this platform are AI-summarized from the original job description to save you research time. If you’re considering applying, confirm whether your associate or full licensure status matches the posting before submitting.