School Based Therapist (Arlington Area)
Full Time • Jacksonville
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Flexible schedule
- Paid time off
- Health insurance
- Vision insurance
- Training & development
- Bonus based on performance
Step-by-Step Behavioral Health Services seeks a compassionate and experienced Therapist to join our team serving the Full Service Schools (FSS) site in the Arlington area. This position is a meaningful opportunity to support students and families directly within Arlington schools, helping them thrive emotionally and academically in a supportive, purpose-driven environment.
Clients may experience a variety of challenges, including trauma, behavioral and mood disorders, anxiety, family conflict, low self-esteem, grief/loss, and school-related concerns. The therapist provides preventive and therapeutic services to promote emotional, behavioral, and relational wellness.
Why Join Us?
Clients may experience a variety of challenges, including trauma, behavioral and mood disorders, anxiety, family conflict, low self-esteem, grief/loss, and school-related concerns. The therapist provides preventive and therapeutic services to promote emotional, behavioral, and relational wellness.
Why Join Us?
- Help students and families thrive
- Flexible and fun
- Full-time, stable role with consistent schedule
- Supportive team culture and clinical supervision
- Ongoing professional development and training
- Hybrid model with in-person and telehealth sessions
Education and Experience
Master's degree in social work, mental health counseling, marriage and family counseling, or related area of study from an accredited college or university recognized by the Florida Department of Education and two years of related experience in social work, psychology or counseling with at-risk youth and families; licensed-eligible in the State of Florida preferred. Applicant must be a registered intern with the Florida Department of Health working towards licensure. A valid Florida driver’s license and a safe driving record are required.
Core Duties & Responsibilities
Master's degree in social work, mental health counseling, marriage and family counseling, or related area of study from an accredited college or university recognized by the Florida Department of Education and two years of related experience in social work, psychology or counseling with at-risk youth and families; licensed-eligible in the State of Florida preferred. Applicant must be a registered intern with the Florida Department of Health working towards licensure. A valid Florida driver’s license and a safe driving record are required.
Core Duties & Responsibilities
- Build strong, trusting relationships and foster a warm, welcoming school-based environment.
- Conduct comprehensive assessments using approved clinical tools
- Provide individual, group, and family therapy using evidence-based, trauma-informed methods
- Develop and implement measurable, strengths-based treatment plans (SMART goals)
- Maintain a caseload of 30 clients (60 unduplicated per year)
- Deliver Tier 2 and Tier 3 services according to the Full Service Schools contract
- Coordinate care with internal and external providers, including DCPS and community partners
- Attend DCPS FSS meetings, trainings, and contract-required events
- Refer families to community-based resources as needed
- Document services in Medicaid-compliant EHR systems
- Participate in peer reviews, QA activities, and clinical supervision
- Maintain productivity benchmarks and meet service delivery goals
- All other duties assigned
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Knowledge:
- Psychological, behavioral, and emotional functioning in youth
- DSM-5 and trauma-informed practices
- Clinical documentation, interviewing, and assessment best practices
Skills:
- Strong verbal and written communication
- Time management, prioritization, and minimal supervision
- Crisis response and decision-making under pressure
Abilities:
- Effectively engage clients and families from diverse backgrounds
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams
- Recognize and respond to signs of emotional distress or safety concerns
Schedule & Environment
Work Schedule: Monday–Friday (based on school selections)
Work Location: On-site in Arlington area schools (some outreach may be required)
Physical Demands: Primarily sedentary; may require light lifting (<25 lbs.)
Work Conditions: School and community settings; moderate noise levels
Join a team that believes in breaking barriers to mental health care, empowering youth, and strengthening families across Jacksonville!
Join a team that believes in breaking barriers to mental health care, empowering youth, and strengthening families across Jacksonville!
Step-by-Step Behavioral Health Services invites you to make a meaningful daily impact by helping Jacksonville students thrive emotionally and academically in a supportive, school-based setting. Enjoy a consistent weekday schedule with no evenings or weekends while being part of a collaborative, purpose-driven team.
If you're passionate about youth mental health and ready to join a team that truly values your well-being, professional growth, and purpose, we’d love to meet you.
Many individuals and families today are struggling to find a healthy balance in their lives. Raising children, working, and maintaining a household can be overwhelming. Let us help you overcome life’s challenges, enabling you to achieve your goals, obtain personal fulfillment, and live your ideal life. The results and successes are unlimited…you can live the life you desire and deserve. We make a difference in the lives of children and families by listening and finding the best way to navigate through their journey with them, step by step.
Goal
Step-By-Step Behavioral Health Services strives to strengthen and empower children, families, communities, and schools by utilizing Integrated quality treatment and services that support social-emotional wellness and growth.
Mission
Step-by-Step Behavioral Health’s mission is to invest in communities and schools by providing quality mental and behavioral health services. It supports assisting children and families in reaching their fullest potential, step by step.
Vision
Our vision is to improve the lives of children and families by offering comprehensive behavioral and mental health services. We will engage in research and collaborative partnerships and hire the best-qualified staff possible, providing them with the necessary training and resources to assist us in our mission.
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