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Job description
School-Based Therapist
KVC Academy — Kansas City, MO Location: On-site Pay: $50,000–$65,000 (based on licensure status, clinical experience, and supervision eligibility) Schedule: School-day hours — evenings, weekends, and school breaks/holidays off
Job Summary
KVC Academy is hiring a School-Based Therapist to provide individual, family, and group therapy to children and teens, with a focus on trauma-informed care. This role follows a school-day schedule, giving you a genuine work-life balance with evenings and weekends free and time off that aligns with school breaks and holidays. You'll collaborate closely with school staff, families, and KVC teammates to make sure every child receives the highest level of care and support.
Education: Master's degree in Social Work or Counseling Licensure/Certification: LMSW, LCSW, PLPC, or LPC
Required Skills
Clinical counseling
Individual therapy
Family therapy
Group therapy
Trauma-informed care
Child and adolescent therapy
Clinical documentation
What You'll Bring
Working knowledge of clinical theory, therapeutic modalities, and systems-based practice
Analytical ability to handle moderately complex administrative tasks, such as preparing nonrecurring reports
Independent judgment to plan, prioritize, and organize a diversified caseload with strong attention to detail
Ability to work productively and respectfully with individuals and families from diverse cultural backgrounds
Benefits
Paid Time Off — Enjoy a generous amount of leave to support your work-life balance.
Paid Parental Leave — Receive financial support during parental leave to help you spend quality time with your new family member.
Health, Dental, Vision & Life Insurance — Comprehensive insurance coverage to keep you and your family healthy and protected.
403(b) with Company Match — Retirement savings plan with company contributions to help you plan for your future.
Tuition Reimbursement — Financial assistance for continuing education and professional development.
Professional Licensure and Certification Reimbursement — Support for obtaining and renewing professional licenses and certifications.
Employee Assistance Program — Confidential support for personal and professional challenges, including counseling and resources.
Wellness Benefits — Access to health screenings and mental health support to promote overall well-being.
Why KVC?
KVC is a nonprofit child placing and behavioral health agency with a long legacy of compassionately serving children and families. We're committed to providing our employees with a supportive and rewarding work environment, and we believe in the importance of work-life balance — offering a variety of programs and resources to support it, including our Wellbeing Committee, DEI+B Committee, and Talent Development Programs.
At KVC Health Systems, our employees are our greatest asset. Based on the voice of our employees, KVC debuted with an 83 Work Wellbeing score on Indeed — a rating so high and rare that it places KVC among the top 1% of employers nationally. We're committed to providing a positive, supportive work environment where you can do your best work and love coming to work every day.
Worksite address
lee's summit, MO, 64063, US
Who can apply
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