Backpack Healthcare

School Based Mental Health Therapist

Backpack Healthcare

part-time

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Location Type: Hybrid

Location: Atlanta • United States

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Salary

💰 $45 - $65 per hour

About the role

  • Delivering on-site, school-based therapy services to students during school hours
  • Offering telehealth sessions (optional) to supplement caseload or allow for early onboarding
  • Conducting mental health assessments and developing individualized treatment plans
  • Collaborating with school staff, families, and the Backpack clinical team
  • Maintaining timely and accurate documentation in the EHR
  • Participating in supervision (if pre-licensed) and team case consults

Requirements

  • A Master’s degree in Counseling, Social Work, or a related field
  • Active Georgia license: LCSW/LMSW/LPC/LPC-A
  • Experience working with youth in schools, outpatient, or virtual settings
  • Strong clinical skills in individual and family therapy
  • Cultural competence and a trauma-informed care approach
  • Passion for making mental health more accessible to kids and teens
Benefits
  • Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
  • PTO
  • 401(k) + 3% Company Match
  • Employee Assistance Program
Applicant Tracking System Keywords

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Hard Skills & Tools
mental health assessmentsindividualized treatment plansindividual therapyfamily therapytrauma-informed care
Soft Skills
cultural competencecollaborationcommunicationpassion for accessibility
Certifications
Master’s degree in CounselingMaster’s degree in Social WorkLCSWLMSWLPCLPC-A