Recovery High School Therapist

Job Description

Job Description

Recovery High School Therapist

Location: Cape Girardeau, MO

Full-Time | Weekdays | Scheduling could be based on School Hours

• Standard schedule: 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM
• Must be able to start time between 7:00 AM – 8:00 AM (8-hour shifts)
• Schedule may vary to align with school programming and student needs

Exempt: Salary is based on licensure level and experience:

• $48,000 – $53,000 for provisionally licensed clinicians (LMSW / PLPC)
• $53,000 – $58,000 for fully licensed clinicians (LCSW / LPC)

The Recovery High School Therapist provides comprehensive behavioral health services to adolescents enrolled in a recovery high school program. This role supports students in sustaining recovery while promoting academic success. The therapist works collaboratively within a multidisciplinary, school-based team to deliver trauma-informed, evidence-based care in alignment with Missouri state regulations and ethical standards.

• Meaningful work supporting adolescents in recovery and academic success
• Collaborative, multidisciplinary team environment
• Opportunity to provide integrated behavioral health services in a school setting
• Ongoing professional development and training opportunities

As a Recovery High School Therapist, you will provide direct clinical services to adolescents with substance use and co-occurring mental health disorders. You'll play a key role in supporting both recovery and educational outcomes, working closely with school staff, families, and recovery support professionals.

• Provide individual, group, and family therapy to adolescents
• Conduct biopsychosocial assessments and develop individualized treatment plans
• Complete ongoing clinical evaluations and adjust treatment as needed
• Implement evidence-based practices such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Motivational Interviewing (MI), and relapse prevention strategies
• Collaborate with teachers, administrators, and recovery staff to support student success
• Participate in multidisciplinary team meetings and student planning sessions
• Provide psychoeducation to students and families on substance use, recovery, and mental health
• Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation in compliance with agency, DMH, CARF, and regulatory standards
• Transport students as needed using an agency or personal vehicle

• Master's degree in Social Work, Counseling, Psychology, or a related behavioral health field
• Valid clinical license (LMSW, LCSW, PLPC, LPC, or equivalent) required
• Experience working with adolescents and/or individuals with substance use disorders preferred
• Knowledge of co-occurring disorders, trauma-informed care, and recovery-oriented practices
• Must have reliable transportation
• Valid driver's license issued by state of residence (Missouri or Illinois); Missouri residents must hold a Class E license (or equivalent for state of residence)
• Proof of current auto insurance and acceptable driving record per agency policy

Real Impact. Real People. Real Growth.

• 24 paid days off your first year

• Paid birthday off

• 7 paid holidays

• Health, dental, vision insurance

• Company-paid life & LTD insurance

• Retirement plan with auto-enrollment

• Eligible for Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)

• Referral bonuses

• And More

Community Counseling Center is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.

CCC will consider requests for reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). If you need a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, etc., please contact View email address on ziprecruiter.com to speak with us about your needs.