Coastal Horizons Center is seeking a School-Based Child & Adolescent Therapist to provide comprehensive substance use and mental health services to children, adolescents, and their families. Services are primarily provided in school settings, with additional services provided at the Brunswick Child Office and school sites

Job Title: School-Based Child & Adolescent Therapist

Location: Brunswick Child Office & School Sites
Schedule: Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM–5:00 PM
Status: Full-Time

Position Summary

The Therapist works collaboratively with students, parents/guardians, school personnel, and other members of the treatment team to assess needs, develop treatment plans, provide counseling, coordinate services, and respond to behavioral health crises.

What You'll Do

• Provide individual, group, and family counseling to children, adolescents, and their families.

• Conduct comprehensive clinical assessments, including clinical interviews, psychosocial histories, mental status evaluations, and diagnostic assessments.

• Develop, monitor, and update individualized treatment plans and crisis plans.

• Provide evidence-based substance use and mental health interventions within the scope of professional practice.

• Provide therapeutic services at school sites, the Brunswick Child Office and school sites

• Maintain regular contact with parents and guardians.

• Provide counseling and therapeutic activities for individuals with mental health, substance use, and co-occurring disorders.

• Engage families in completing required intake and treatment documentation.

• Establish and maintain communication with school-based referral sources, Behavioral Specialists, and other members of the child's treatment team.

• Assess and assist with crisis situations, including school-referred threat assessments involving suicidal ideation, homicidal ideation, and safety concerns.

• Provide case management and coordinate services with schools, DSS, TASC, healthcare providers, and other community agencies.

• Coordinate care with psychiatric providers and programs such as Intensive In-Home, Family Preservation, and Child First.

• Connect clients and families with community resources and higher levels of care when appropriate.

• Complete timely and accurate clinical documentation, including assessments, treatment plans, progress notes, and other required records.

• Respond to emergency referrals as assigned.

• Participate in community education and outreach activities.

• Provide professional services related to referrals from judicial systems and statewide institutions.

• Perform other duties as assigned.

What You'll Need

• Master's degree from an accredited program in human services or a related field, plus two years of progressive substance use and/or mental health counseling experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

• Current North Carolina licensure as one of the following:

  • Licensed Clinical Addictions Specialist (LCAS)

  • Licensed Psychologist

  • Licensed Psychological Associate

  • Licensed Professional Counselor

  • Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW)

  • Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT)

Knowledge & Skills

• Knowledge of therapeutic approaches, group dynamics, crisis intervention, and family therapy.

• Knowledge of substance use and mental health disorders and their treatment.

• Knowledge of community resources and behavioral health services.

• Knowledge of applicable laws, regulations, and policies governing behavioral health services.

• Understanding of medical terminology, disease processes, and psychopharmacology.

• Strong clinical assessment, documentation, communication, and organizational skills.

• Ability to establish rapport with children, adolescents, and families.

• Ability to develop treatment goals and maintain accurate clinical documentation.

• Ability to establish effective working relationships with clients, families, coworkers, schools, healthcare providers, and community agencies.

Why Join Coastal Horizons?

• Competitive salary based on experience

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance

• 401(k) retirement savings plan

• Paid time off and 14 paid holidays

• Educational loan repayment programs

• Career development and growth opportunities

• Employee engagement activities and resource groups

Make a Difference

Help children and families build the skills, confidence, and support they need to succeed at school, at home, and in their communities.

Apply today and join Coastal Horizons!

REQUEST FOR ACCOMIDATIONS:

If you require an accommodation during the application process, please contact us at jobs@coastalhorizons.org.

We look forward to reviewing your application!

EEO STATEMENT

Coastal Horizons is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity and expression, national origin, age, disability or protected veteran status. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all of our associates.