School-Based Therapist- West Allis​/West Milwaukee District

School-Based Therapist - West Allis/West Milwaukee District

A full licensed or in‑training therapist who enjoys working with adolescents and serving the community is invited to apply for part‑time School‑Based Therapist positions across our school programs with the potential to transition into full‑time.

Providing mental health services within the school increases access to services for families who may not be able to go to an outpatient clinic on their own. School‑Based staff go directly into the school to provide intervention, including: individual and group therapy, education/consultation for school personnel, and family therapy as needed.

PSG/CIP is a multi‑service community‑based social services organization that fulfills its mission of helping individuals and families to achieve their greatest potential through dynamic, cost‑effective and innovative programming responsive to the needs of diverse communities.

Key Responsibilities

• Assess the therapeutic needs of clients and complete formal assessments.
• Create and review client treatment plans.
• Provide psychotherapy in accordance with the child's treatment plans.
• Exercise judgment to intervene as an advocate for clients in emergency and crisis situations.
• Demonstrate knowledge and skill in addressing family system, mental health, parenting, and alcohol/drug issues through individual, family, or group counseling.
• Organize and facilitate structured group, individual and/or family activities.
• Provide consultation to the child's school and school personnel as needed.
• Coordinate services and maintain communication with all service providers involved with the clients.

Position Location and Hours

Position is based at assigned school locations and may require travel to multiple schools during the school day. Hours vary dependent on the school hours of operation, but typical hours will occur Monday-Friday 7:30-5:00pm. This is a part‑time position with the possibility to move into full‑time 40 hours/week with benefits, operating during the 9‑month school year, with the opportunity to continue working part‑time through summer months.

Why Work With PSG/CIP

• Be part of a passionate team dedicated to making a difference in the community!
• Flexible hours and great work-life balance
• Clinical supervision provided to complete required hours for licensure
• Mileage Reimbursement
• Work culture that values not only the health and well‑being of the clients we serve, but also our staff
• Opportunities for advancement and professional development

Salary

Depending on experience and license; $22.00 per hour with an in‑training Wisconsin state license and $28.00 per hour with full Wisconsin state license.

Requirements

• All applicants must possess a Master's Degree and licensure to provide mental health therapy in the state of Wisconsin.
• Pre‑licensed therapists are welcome to apply, and supervision is provided as part of the work environment.
• A minimum of 1,000 hours of clinical experience is preferred.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Equal Employment Opportunity / M / F / Disability / Protected Veteran Status.