School Social Worker Therapist

School Social Worker Therapist at Ridgeview Behavioral Health Services
, a not‑for‑profit community mental health center specializing in social work, counseling, and therapy, is opening a School‑Based Behavioral Health Liaison position embedded in Campbell County Schools.

You will deliver direct therapy to students and coach school staff to engage students with behavioral health needs. The role is year‑round with a Monday‑Friday schedule.

• Year‑round school‑based position
• Monday‑Friday schedule
• Clinical supervision supporting licensure pathways for LCSW or LPC‑MHSP
• All tests and license fees covered to help you succeed
• Opportunities to discuss a Team Lead role if you already hold a license

• Master’s degree in social work, psychology, or counseling
• Experience with children and/or adolescents, particularly in a therapeutic or counseling capacity (preferred but not required)

School Based Behavioral Health Liaisons provide face‑to‑face consultation with classroom teachers to create positive, trauma‑informed classroom environments.

Duties include:

• Consulting with teachers to enhance learning environments for students at risk of emotional/behavioral problems or substance use disorder
• Training teachers on childhood mental health and trauma‑informed behavior responses
• Facilitating psycho‑educational groups and other support for identified youth
• Providing liaison support between families and the school, including assistance with IEP and trauma‑informed support plans when invited
• Applying social work and counseling skills to support students, families, and staff

• Facilitate awareness, growth, and psychological development of clients
• Build rapport with empathic listening, caring, and warmth
• Be authentic, genuine, and transparent
• Resolve serious issues and conflicts within families
• Encourage and motivate individuals to address mental health and behavioral problems effectively
• Create a safe, warm therapeutic culture
• Work toward licensure as LCSW, LPC‑MHSP, or LMFT if not already licensed

Ridgeview offers a full line of benefits including medical, dental, vision, retirement, long‑term disability, holiday pay, vacation and sick leave, life insurance, and a wellness plan. Ridgeview is an approved National Health Service Corp site with loan repayment available once licensed.

Ridgeview is an equal opportunity employer. Employment is contingent upon background check, motor vehicle record verification, license/degree verification, and a clean drug screen. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply.