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Clinical Therapist - School-Based Healthcare

Clinical Therapist - School-Based Healthcare

Valley Healthcare System IncColumbus, GA, US
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Job Description

Job Description

Description :

Valley Healthcare System, Inc., formerly the Community Health Center of South Columbus, has provided quality healthcare services since 1994. We offer a comprehensive range of medical, dental, vision, outreach, behavioral health, and pharmacy services to individuals and families across the Chattahoochee Valley region and beyond. We are committed to patient-centered, team-based care that meets people where they are—regardless of their circumstances.

Position Summary

Valley Healthcare System is seeking a passionate and experienced Clinical Therapist – School-Based Healthcare to join our growing behavioral health team. This full-time, on-site role focuses on delivering therapeutic services within a school-based setting and outpatient office. The therapist will work collaboratively with students, families, and school staff to support the mental health and well-being of children and adolescents.

Duties & Responsibilities

  • Provide individual, group, and family therapy to students and outpatient clients
  • Conduct 30–60-minute sessions with a minimum weekly caseload of 28 clients
  • Complete psychosocial assessments and develop client-centered treatment plans
  • Maintain accurate, timely clinical documentation within the electronic medical record (EMR)
  • Deliver services at assigned school sites and clinic offices
  • Collaborate with families, school staff, and multidisciplinary teams to address students' behavioral needs
  • Attend and participate in IEP meetings, training, and multidisciplinary case reviews
  • Offer mental health training and workshops as requested by school personnel
  • Adhere to HIPAA, confidentiality, and security protocols at all times
  • Meet performance standards as set forth by the Clinical Director

Hours of Operation

Monday – Friday 8 : 00 AM – 5 : 00 PM

Location

  • Columbus, GA
  • Fortson, GA
  • Talbotton, GA

    • Requirements :

  • Master’s Degree in Social Work, Mental Health Counseling, Psychology, or Marriage and Family Therapy
  • Fully licensed in the State of Georgia (LCSW, LPC, LMFT)
  • Working knowledge of DSM and evidence-based therapy modalities (e.g., CBT, Person-Centered, Family Systems)
  • Valid driver’s license, reliable transportation, and insurance coverage
  • Strong interpersonal and organizational skills
  • Experience in school-based mental health or pediatric therapy preferred

    • Compliance & Confidentiality

  • Adhere to all federal, state, and local regulations, including HIPAA Privacy & Security standards
  • Maintain strict confidentiality of all patient and organizational information
  • Secure workstations and patient records per facility policy and HIPAA guidelines

    • Physical & Environmental Requirements

  • Duties involve regular movement (walking, standing, bending, lifting) and occasional high-stress situations
  • Position includes both administrative and clinical responsibilities in school and clinic settings
  • May require working outside of standard hours based on program and patient needs

    • Compensation & Benefits

  • Salary : $36,896 , Commensurate with experience
  • 100% Company-paid Medical, Dental, Vision, Short- and Long-Term Disability, and Life Insurance
  • 403(b) Retirement Plan
  • Competitive Salary
  • Continuing Medical Education (CME) and Expense Reimbursement
  • Loan Repayment eligibility through NHSC
  • Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) and Holidays

    • Valley Healthcare System is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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