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 fieldTwo years of successful experience in a school, community mental health, or children's services settingExperience providing individual counseling, family support, case management, and crisis interventionKnowledge of evidence-based school social work practices to improve behavioral, emotional, and academic outcomesStrong interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skillsAbility to work collaboratively with students, families, school staff, and outside agenciesAbility to work flexible hours, including conducting home visitsAbility to meet physical requirements necessary for assigned dutiesAbility to obtain and maintain First Aid certificationPreferred :
Bilingual (English / Spanish)Experience with MTSS, PBIS, CBT, or similar school-based structures and interventionsPERFORMANCE 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 StepMy Journey (grief support)Forward Thinking JournalingConduct home visits to strengthen family engagement and support intervention plans.Provide case management and connects 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 & worrySadness, loss, or griefEmotional dysregulationImpulsivity or attentional challengesLow-level aggression or disruptive behaviorSocial skills deficitsStudents needing intensive psychiatric care, crisis stabilization, or residential treatment are referred to higher levels of care.
SALARY & BENEFITS
$40 per hour401k Retirement Plan50% employer-paid medical, vision, and dentalIn-house supervision for licensurePaid HolidaysAPPLICATION REQUIREMENTS
ResumeTwo (2) Letters of Recommendation (dated within 1 year)Master's degree in Social Work or related fieldCONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT
DOJ / FBI fingerprint clearanceCompletion of Mandated Reporter training within 6 weeks of hire and annuallyEmployment is at-willRizo Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer