Job Description: School-Based Therapists (LPC, LCSW, LMFT, PLPC, LMSW, PLMFT) 📍 Southwest Missouri (Multiple School Districts Available) Now Hiring In: Springfield • Republic • Willard • Nixa • Ozark • Marshfield • Clever • Branson • Reeds Spring • Hollister • Blue Eye • Crane • Galena • Kimberling City (Locations subject to availability) Make a Difference Where It Matters Most — In Schools Are you a licensed or provisionally licensed therapist—or working toward licensure? Join our team of School-Based Therapists and help students build resilience, overcome challenges, and succeed both academically and emotionally. At Centerstone / Burrell Behavioral Health, you’ll work directly within public schools, providing accessible mental health support where students need it most. This is an opportunity to do meaningful, high-impact work while enjoying a structured schedule and strong professional support. Why Therapists Choose This Role 🗓️ Schedule & Lifestyle School-based setting (daytime hours) Predictable schedule aligned with school calendar Options for year-round OR 10–11 month schedules (after a probationary period) 💰 Compensation & Earnings Potential PLPC / LMSW / PLMFT: Starting at $55,852 LPC / LCSW / LMFT: Starting at $70,202 Performance bonuses: Up to $12,000 annually Sign-On Bonus: Available based on location (external candidates) NHSC Approved Site: Eligible for tax-free student loan repayment 📚 Professional Growth Company-paid clinical supervision for PLPC, LMSW, PLMFT Additional income opportunities for fully licensed clinicians Ongoing, high-quality training and development Clear pathways for advancement and internal mobility 💼 Benefits & Support Comprehensive benefits (medical, dental, vision, life, retirement) 29 days of PTO annually Mileage reimbursement for work-related travel Supportive, collaborative clinical environment What You’ll Do Provide individual, group, and family therapy to students in a school setting Support students’ emotional and behavioral health to improve academic success Conduct clinical assessments and develop individualized treatment plans Respond to crisis situations and provide immediate support when needed Collaborate with school staff, families, and community resources Participate in case staffing and treatment planning Serve as a liaison to ensure coordinated care for students and families What You Bring Master’s degree in Counseling, Social Work, or related field Licensed or provisionally licensed in Missouri (or working toward licensure) as: PLPC, LMSW, PLMFT, LPC, LCSW, LMFT Strong communication and relationship-building skills Passion for working with children, families, and schools Preferred: Experience providing individual, group, or family therapy Experience in school-based or community mental health settings Why Southwest Missouri? Enjoy the flexibility of both city and outdoor living in the Ozarks. With a low cost of living, strong school systems, and access to outdoor recreation, this region offers a balanced, fulfilling lifestyle for both work and home. Join a Team That Makes a Lasting Impact At Burrell, we’re committed to supporting not just our clients—but our clinicians. If you’re looking for a role where you can grow professionally while making a real difference in students’ lives, we’d love to connect. 👉 Apply today and help shape the future of student mental health. Position Perks & Benefits: Paid time off: full-time employees receive an attractive time off package to balance your work and personal life Employee benefits package: full-time employees receive health, dental, vision, retirement, life, & more Top-notch training: initial, ongoing, comprehensive, and supportive Career mobility: advancement opportunities/promoting from within Welcoming, warm, supportive: a work culture & environment that promotes your well-being, values you as human being, and encourages your health and happiness. Brightli is on a Mission: A mission to improve client care, reduce the financial burden of community mental health centers by sharing resources, a mission to have a larger voice in advocacy to increase access to mental health and substance user care in our communities, and a mission to evolve the behavioral health industry to better meet the needs of our clients. As a behavioral and community mental health provider, we prioritize fostering a culture of belonging and connection within our workforce. We encourage applications from individuals with varied backgrounds and experiences, as we believe that a rich tapestry of perspectives strengthens our mission. If you are passionate about empowering local communities and creating an environment where everyone feels valued and supported, we invite you to join our mission-driven organization dedicated to cultivating an authentic workplace. We are an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. Burrell Behavioral Health is a Smoke and Tobacco Free Workplace. About Brightli Brightli is on a mission: A mission to improve client care, reduce the financial burden of community mental health centers by sharing resources, a mission to have a larger voice in advocacy to increase access to mental health and substance use care in our communities, and a mission to evolve the behavioral health industry to better meet the needs of our clients. We are doing this by forming a new behavioral health organization under new model. Under one parent company, multiple organizations are able to collaborate, share resources and system supports, increase recruiting and retention efforts, increase access to specialized care, and meet the growing demand for behavioral and addiction recovery care. Brightli’s top-line subsidiaries include Burrell Behavioral Health (Burrell), Preferred Family Healthcare (PFH), Southeast Missouri Behavioral Health (SEMO), Firefly, Adult and Child Health, and Places for People. While these organizations operate independently and are governed by separate board of directors, their operations and services benefit from this model. Alone, organizations may be able to navigate the current tumultuous healthcare environment, but we believe that together we can do so much more than survive. Our communities need us now more than ever, and by working together we are ready to answer their call for years to come. Brightli Snapshot 200 locations 4 states 19 subsidiaries and/or affiliates 5k+ employees

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