Mental Health Therapist

At Rizo Psychological & Behavioral Services, we believe every child deserves access to compassionate, professional mental health support—right where they learn and grow. Our Mental Health Division provides flexible emotional and behavioral services directly on school campuses, within the client’s home, or in our office. We currently offer Mild to Moderate services to promote resilience, academic engagement, and students’ overall well‑being through early intervention and family partnership. Leadership Our Multidisciplinary Team Includes: Licensed & Associate Clinical Social Workers (LCSW/ASW) Licensed Educational Psychologists (LEPs) Board Certified Behavior Analysts (BCBAs) School Psychologist Together, we work with families, teachers, and administrators to help students thrive at school, at home, and in their communities.

POSITION FUNCTION

The Mental Health Therapist addresses the Mild to Moderate social, emotional, mental, behavioral, and environmental barriers that interfere with student learning, attendance, and school safety. This role provides: Assessments Individual & Group Therapy Case Management & Home Visits Family Support Preventive Social-Emotional Interventions Collaboration within MTSS / PBIS school structures

QUALIFICATIONS

Required: Master’s degree in Social Work or related behavioral/mental health field Two years of successful experience in a school, community mental health, or children’s services setting Experience providing individual counseling, family support, case management, and crisis intervention Knowledge of evidence-based school social work practices to improve behavioral, emotional, and academic outcomes Strong interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills Ability to work collaboratively with students, families, school staff, and outside agencies Ability to work flexible hours, including conducting home visits Ability to meet physical requirements necessary for assigned duties Ability to obtain and maintain First Aid certification Preferred: Bilingual (English/Spanish) Experience with MTSS, PBIS, CBT, or similar school-based structures and interventions

PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES

Student & Family Support Conduct comprehensive behavioral, social-emotional, and mental health assessments aligned with NASW best practices. Provide individual and group counseling/therapy (Within the school, home, or office) using evidence-based programs such as: Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Aggression Replacement Training (ART) Second Step My Journey (grief support) Forward Thinking Journaling Conduct home visits to strengthen family engagement and support intervention plans. Provide case management and connect families to community resources. School Collaboration Works with teachers, administrators, MTSS/PBIS teams, and the School Attendance Review Board (SARB) Assists schools and families in addressing emotional, behavioral, and mental health-related attendance concerns. Guides classroom strategies, conflict mediation, and trauma-informed practices. Participates in school and community multidisciplinary meetings to ensure coordinated care. Systems-Level & Preventative Work Conducts assessments of students and broader environments (home, classroom, school culture). Uses evidence-informed, culturally responsive interventions to support academic and behavioral success. Delivers parent, staff, and community training related to social-emotional and mental health best practices. Documentation & Compliance Utilizes data to guide service delivery and improve intervention quality. Prepares accurate, timely, and complete electronic records, reports, and progress documentation. Maintains confidentiality and adheres to mandated reporting, HIPAA, and ethical standards. Professional Expectations Models values of equity, integrity, collaboration, care, and accountability. Performs other related duties as assigned.

WHO WE SERVE

This position supports clients with mild-to-moderate mental health needs, including: Anxiety & worry Sadness, loss, or grief Emotional dysregulation Impulsivity or attentional challenges Low-level aggression or disruptive behavior Social skills deficits Students needing intensive psychiatric care, crisis stabilization, or residential treatment are referred to higher levels of care.

SALARY & BENEFITS

$40 per hour 401k Retirement Plan 50% employer-paid medical, vision, and dental In-house supervision for licensure Paid Holidays

APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS

Resume Two (2) Letters of Recommendation (dated within 1 year) Master’s degree in Social Work or related field

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

DOJ/FBI fingerprint clearance Completion of Mandated Reporter training within 6 weeks of hire and annually Employment is at-will Rizo Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer #J-18808-Ljbffr Rizo Psychological & Behavioral Health Services Inc.