Join Our Team as a School Mental Health Therapist or Counselor!

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Join Our Team as a School Mental Health Therapist or Counselor!

Position: Full-Time, School Calendar Year
Location: Fruitport Edgewood Elementary School
(Possible reduced hours/days during the summer, assessed annually)

Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of children and adolescents? Hackley Community Care (HCC) is seeking a dedicated and compassionate School Mental Health Therapist or Counselor to join our dynamic team! In this role, you'll have the opportunity to provide individual and group counseling to students in a school setting, helping them navigate challenges while fostering their emotional and mental well-being.

As a member of our provider team, you'll play a key role in supporting behavioral health services, collaborating closely with colleagues to achieve positive outcomes for our students. With a patient-centered focus, you'll deliver meaningful care and create an environment where students feel supported and empowered.

What We Offer You:

A Rewarding Practice: Experience the fulfillment of making a real impact on students' lives.
Collaborative & Supportive Team: Work in a positive, team-oriented environment where your contributions are valued.
Competitive Compensation: Enjoy a highly competitive salary and benefits package.
Exceptional Benefits: Including paid time off, paid holidays, and an impressive retirement plan with company contributions.
Loan Repayment Potential: Opportunity for loan repayment through the National Health Service Corps.
Quarterly Bonus: Receive performance-based bonuses to reward your hard work.
Professional Growth: Continuing education allowance (dollars & hours) and company-paid license renewal to help you grow in your career.
Vendor Discounts: Enjoy discounts on a variety of products and services.
Key Responsibilities:

Provide individual and group counseling to children and adolescents in a school environment.
Offer consultation and training to the provider team, contributing to overall quality mental health services.
Ensure accurate and timely documentation of case activities via electronic health records.
Educate patients in both individual and classroom settings, promoting mental and behavioral health awareness.
Make referrals and coordinate behavioral health services for the provider team.
Qualifications:

Master’s degree in behavioral mental health from an accredited school program.
Current, active, and in good standing license to practice as a social worker or counselor in Michigan.
BLS/CPR certification (or willing to obtain).
Experience or certification in Play Therapy for elementary school settings is a plus.
Strong communication skills and the ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
Ability to foster positive relationships with diverse groups while maintaining confidentiality.
Why Hackley Community Care?

At Hackley Community Care, we're more than just a health center—we're a community. As a Federally Qualified Health Center in Muskegon, MI, we are committed to providing comprehensive care to those who need it most. With a dedicated team of 300 professionals, we deliver medical, dental, behavioral health, and support services to families throughout Muskegon County. Our core values of quality, integrity, respect, and compassion are at the heart of everything we do. Join us, and be part of an organization that truly cares about making a lasting impact.

Ready to make a difference? Apply today!

• No evenings
• No weekends
• Supportive team