School-Based Mental Health Therapist

Trusted Results Therapy Group

Licensed mental health clinicians providing therapy services across Lexington School District One. Collaborating with schools to increase student access to behavioral health services.

Posted 8/3/2026contractLexington • South Carolina • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $30 - $50 per hourWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in providing individual and group counseling to K–12 students, with a focus on evidence-based mental health interventions and strong clinical documentation practices. Capable of collaborating effectively with school staff and families to support student mental health and progress.

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Active South Carolina LicenseAssessment SkillsTreatment PlanningClinical DocumentationBilingual (Spanish/English)

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Hard Skills

Individual CounselingGroup CounselingRisk AssessmentEvidence-Based InterventionsTreatment Plans

Soft Skills

Strong CommunicationOrganizational Skills

Certifications & Qualifications

LMSWLISW-CPLPCLPC-ALMFTLicensed Psychologist (LP)

Industry Keywords

K–12 EducationMental HealthStudent SupportClinical DocumentationSchool-Based Coordination

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Provide individual and small-group counseling to K–12 students during the school day
Complete intakes, risk assessments, and individualized treatment plans
Deliver evidence-based mental health interventions tailored to student needs
Collaborate with school staff, administrators, and families to support student progress
Participate in student support meetings and school-based coordination as appropriate
Maintain timely, accurate clinical documentation in accordance with agency and district requirements
Respond to student mental health crises and coordinate appropriate follow-up care
Attend required supervision, team meetings, and professional development activities

Requirements

What you’ll need

Active South Carolina license in one of the following: LMSW LISW-CP LPC LPC-A LMFT Licensed Psychologist (LP)
Experience working with children and adolescents in school or community settings
Strong assessment, treatment planning, and clinical documentation skills
Ability to manage services across multiple school sites
Strong communication and organizational skills
Ability to pass all required school-based background checks
Bilingual (Spanish/English) strongly preferred

Benefits

Comp & perks

Competitive hourly compensation (1099)
Flexible scheduling aligned with the school calendar
Clinical supervision available (if applicable)
Professional development and training opportunities
Administrative and referral coordination support
Collaborative and mission-driven team environment