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Recovery High School Therapist

Community Counseling Center Inc, Cape Girardeau, MO, United States


Recovery High School Therapist

Location:

Cape Girardeau, MO

Full-Time | Weekdays | Scheduling could be based on School Hours

Standard schedule: 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM

Must be able to start time between 7:00 AM – 8:00 AM (8-hour shifts)

Schedule may vary to align with school programming and student needs

Exempt: Salary is based on licensure level and experience:

$48,000 – $53,000

for provisionally licensed clinicians (LMSW / PLPC)

$53,000 – $58,000

for fully licensed clinicians (LCSW / LPC)

Job Summary
The Recovery High School Therapist provides comprehensive behavioral health services to adolescents enrolled in a recovery high school program. This role supports students in sustaining recovery while promoting academic success. The therapist works collaboratively within a multidisciplinary, school-based team to deliver trauma-informed, evidence-based care in alignment with Missouri state regulations and ethical standards.

Why Join CCC?

Meaningful work supporting adolescents in recovery and academic success

Collaborative, multidisciplinary team environment

Opportunity to provide integrated behavioral health services in a school setting

Ongoing professional development and training opportunities

About the Role
As a Recovery High School Therapist, you will provide direct clinical services to adolescents with substance use and co-occurring mental health disorders. You'll play a key role in supporting both recovery and educational outcomes, working closely with school staff, families, and recovery support professionals.

What You'll Do

Provide individual, group, and family therapy to adolescents

Conduct biopsychosocial assessments and develop individualized treatment plans

Complete ongoing clinical evaluations and adjust treatment as needed

Implement evidence-based practices such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Motivational Interviewing (MI), and relapse prevention strategies

Collaborate with teachers, administrators, and recovery staff to support student success

Participate in multidisciplinary team meetings and student planning sessions

Provide psychoeducation to students and families on substance use, recovery, and mental health

Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation in compliance with agency, DMH, CARF, and regulatory standards

Transport students as needed using an agency or personal vehicle

Minimum Qualifications

Master's degree in Social Work, Counseling, Psychology, or a related behavioral health field

Valid clinical license (LMSW, LCSW, PLPC, LPC, or equivalent) required

Experience working with adolescents and/or individuals with substance use disorders preferred

Knowledge of co-occurring disorders, trauma-informed care, and recovery-oriented practices

Must have reliable transportation

Valid driver's license issued by state of residence (Missouri or Illinois); Missouri residents must hold a Class E license (or equivalent for state of residence)

Proof of current auto insurance and acceptable driving record per agency policy

Why You'll Love Working at Community Counseling Center
Real Impact. Real People. Real Growth.

24 paid days off your first year

Paid birthday off

7 paid holidays

Health, dental, vision insurance

Company-paid life & LTD insurance

Retirement plan with auto-enrollment

Eligible for Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)

Referral bonuses

And More

Community Counseling Center is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.

CCC will consider requests for reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). If you need a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, etc., please contact employment@cccntr.com to speak with us about your needs.

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