The Black Mental Health Corporation
School Based Therapist
The Black Mental Health Corporation, Cleveland, Ohio, United States, 44101
Job Posting
Pay Range: $30.00 - $50.00 per hour Expected Hours: 40 per week Schedule: Monday to Friday, Day shift and after-school hours Benefits: Health Care, Professional development assistance About TBMHC
Our History: Recognizing the unique challenges faced by Black individuals, Desmond YanaMayu, LISW-S, founded The Black Mental Health Corporation to create culturally informed therapeutic spaces. Initially an outpatient therapeutic group practice for the Black community, TBMHC has expanded to a comprehensive agency providing psychotherapy, psychiatry, medication management, social support services, and therapeutic school-based programs. We specialize in serving the Black community while inclusively supporting individuals from all racial and ethnic backgrounds. Our Mission: TBMHC is dedicated to delivering exceptional, culturally competent mental health care to underserved communities, empowering individuals and families, fostering resilience, and healing by addressing mental health and social needs with excellence and compassion. Our Vision: To lead as the premier wraparound mental health agency, transforming outcomes for the Black community across the United States, ensuring exceptional mental health care that empowers individuals and families to thrive. Our Values: Transparency: Operating with honesty, openness, and integrity in every interaction. Belonging: Creating safe, inclusive spaces where clients and staff feel valued, seen, and respected. Mission-Driven: Decisions rooted in our mission to provide culturally responsive mental health care. Healing-Centered: Approaching work through a healing-centered lens, supporting holistic wellness. Collaboration: Building strong partnerships within our organization and the community for collective impact. Job Summary
The School-Based Mental Health Therapist will provide specialized mental health services to children and adolescents within a school setting, collaborating with students, families, and school staff to facilitate optimal emotional and educational outcomes. Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Conduct initial intake and assessments to determine student eligibility for mental health services. Provide evidence-based individual, group, and family therapy tailored to child and adolescent developmental needs. Develop comprehensive Treatment Plans collaboratively with students, guardians, and treatment teams. Deliver crisis intervention and conduct risk assessments, responding effectively to urgent mental health needs. Collaborate actively with school staff, participating in Individualized Education Program (IEP), 504 meetings, and behavioral team consultations as required. Coordinate scheduling to minimize classroom disruption, facilitating effective service integration within school hours. Document clinical interventions, client progress, and therapeutic outcomes accurately and promptly in the electronic health record (EHR). Facilitate utilization of community resources, initiating and tracking referrals to enhance student and family support. Participate in ongoing supervision, professional development, and training opportunities to maintain clinical excellence. Ensure compliance with HIPAA, FERPA, CARF, OhioMHAS, and relevant Ohio Administrative Code (OAC) regulations. Regularly evaluate client satisfaction and program effectiveness, contributing to TBMHC's continuous quality improvement processes. Education and License Requirements
Master's degree in Social Work, Psychology, Counseling, or a related mental health field. Active licensure in the State of Ohio as an LSW, LPC, LMFT, LISW, LPCC, or IMFT. CANS certification preferred. Experience Requirements
Demonstrated experience providing therapy or counseling to children and adolescents. Strong understanding of trauma-informed care, conflict management, and case management principles. Ability to conduct thorough and effective client assessments and therapeutic interventions. Previous experience in school-based mental health settings preferred. Join us at TBMHC to foster resilience, healing, and empowerment for children, adolescents, and families within our communities.
Pay Range: $30.00 - $50.00 per hour Expected Hours: 40 per week Schedule: Monday to Friday, Day shift and after-school hours Benefits: Health Care, Professional development assistance About TBMHC
Our History: Recognizing the unique challenges faced by Black individuals, Desmond YanaMayu, LISW-S, founded The Black Mental Health Corporation to create culturally informed therapeutic spaces. Initially an outpatient therapeutic group practice for the Black community, TBMHC has expanded to a comprehensive agency providing psychotherapy, psychiatry, medication management, social support services, and therapeutic school-based programs. We specialize in serving the Black community while inclusively supporting individuals from all racial and ethnic backgrounds. Our Mission: TBMHC is dedicated to delivering exceptional, culturally competent mental health care to underserved communities, empowering individuals and families, fostering resilience, and healing by addressing mental health and social needs with excellence and compassion. Our Vision: To lead as the premier wraparound mental health agency, transforming outcomes for the Black community across the United States, ensuring exceptional mental health care that empowers individuals and families to thrive. Our Values: Transparency: Operating with honesty, openness, and integrity in every interaction. Belonging: Creating safe, inclusive spaces where clients and staff feel valued, seen, and respected. Mission-Driven: Decisions rooted in our mission to provide culturally responsive mental health care. Healing-Centered: Approaching work through a healing-centered lens, supporting holistic wellness. Collaboration: Building strong partnerships within our organization and the community for collective impact. Job Summary
The School-Based Mental Health Therapist will provide specialized mental health services to children and adolescents within a school setting, collaborating with students, families, and school staff to facilitate optimal emotional and educational outcomes. Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Conduct initial intake and assessments to determine student eligibility for mental health services. Provide evidence-based individual, group, and family therapy tailored to child and adolescent developmental needs. Develop comprehensive Treatment Plans collaboratively with students, guardians, and treatment teams. Deliver crisis intervention and conduct risk assessments, responding effectively to urgent mental health needs. Collaborate actively with school staff, participating in Individualized Education Program (IEP), 504 meetings, and behavioral team consultations as required. Coordinate scheduling to minimize classroom disruption, facilitating effective service integration within school hours. Document clinical interventions, client progress, and therapeutic outcomes accurately and promptly in the electronic health record (EHR). Facilitate utilization of community resources, initiating and tracking referrals to enhance student and family support. Participate in ongoing supervision, professional development, and training opportunities to maintain clinical excellence. Ensure compliance with HIPAA, FERPA, CARF, OhioMHAS, and relevant Ohio Administrative Code (OAC) regulations. Regularly evaluate client satisfaction and program effectiveness, contributing to TBMHC's continuous quality improvement processes. Education and License Requirements
Master's degree in Social Work, Psychology, Counseling, or a related mental health field. Active licensure in the State of Ohio as an LSW, LPC, LMFT, LISW, LPCC, or IMFT. CANS certification preferred. Experience Requirements
Demonstrated experience providing therapy or counseling to children and adolescents. Strong understanding of trauma-informed care, conflict management, and case management principles. Ability to conduct thorough and effective client assessments and therapeutic interventions. Previous experience in school-based mental health settings preferred. Join us at TBMHC to foster resilience, healing, and empowerment for children, adolescents, and families within our communities.