Mental Health Therapist (10-month position) School Districts and Partial Hospita
Chester County Intermediate Unit, Downingtown, PA, United States
Overview
Vacancies exist for Mental Health Therapist for the 2025-2026 School Year within the Division of Student Services at the Chester County Intermediate Unit. These are 190-day (10-month) positions located countywide. The CCIU values creativity, dedication, and collaboration, and seeks exceptional, motivated, and passionate individuals to help achieve our vision of educational leadership and a better Chester County and beyond.
Qualifications
Licensed mental health professional (LSW, LCSW, or LPC) or has passed a national board certification exam in a related field and is eligible for and has initiated the PA state licensing process required.
A Master’s Degree and at least one year experience in a CASSP system, school, or employed by a licensed mental health services agency or subcontracted agency, required
PDE School Social Worker Educational Specialist Certificate PK-12 preferred
Documented training and experience in positive behavior supports, team coordination, agency collaboration, applied and cognitive behavioral counseling
Valid Pennsylvania Driver's License
Current PA Child Abuse History, PA Criminal and FBI Fingerprint Clearance, required
Duties & Responsibilities
This position is responsible for facilitating and providing direct therapeutic interventions consisting of group and individual therapy, treatment planning, and designing and implementing effective interventions and strategies to promote therapeutic recovery. The therapist is the lead team member responsible for coordinating therapeutic intervention and for completing required documentation such as treatment and discharge plans, psycho-social history, daily progress notes, and insurance forms. The therapist maintains close communication with the child\'s parent(s) to monitor and promote progress.
Salary (2025-26 Rates)
Project Staff, Band 14 (190 days/10 months)
$48,705 - $60,881 annually - (Placement on band is based on direct full-time experience as a licensed clinician)
Schedule
Monday - Friday (based on district calendar). 190 days (10 months), 7.5 hrs/day.
Project Staff Benefits
Excellent medical, prescription, vision, and dental coverage at minimal cost to employee
If medical, prescription, vision, and dental coverage are not needed, generous opt-out payments are available
1.5% of annual salary flexible benefit cash payment
Life insurance in amount of 2.5x annual salary, paid by CCIU
Long-term disability insurance effective the 31st day of illness/injury
Retirement through PSERS, PA\'s Public School Employees Retirement System
Worker\'s Compensation
Two personal days annually; Vacation Days accrued monthly; Twelve sick days per year - unlimited accumulation on sick days
Tuition reimbursement - 100% of up to 15 credits per year
...and much more!
Equal Opportunity Employer
Chester County Intermediate Unit is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Chester County Intermediate Unit ensures equal employment opportunities regardless of race, creed, gender, color, national origin, religion, age, sexual orientation or disability. Chester County Intermediate Unit has a policy of active recruitment of qualified minority teachers and non-certified employees. Any individual needing assistance in making application for any opening should contact the Department of Human Resources at 484-237-5085.
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Vacancies exist for Mental Health Therapist for the 2025-2026 School Year within the Division of Student Services at the Chester County Intermediate Unit. These are 190-day (10-month) positions located countywide. The CCIU values creativity, dedication, and collaboration, and seeks exceptional, motivated, and passionate individuals to help achieve our vision of educational leadership and a better Chester County and beyond.
Qualifications
Licensed mental health professional (LSW, LCSW, or LPC) or has passed a national board certification exam in a related field and is eligible for and has initiated the PA state licensing process required.
A Master’s Degree and at least one year experience in a CASSP system, school, or employed by a licensed mental health services agency or subcontracted agency, required
PDE School Social Worker Educational Specialist Certificate PK-12 preferred
Documented training and experience in positive behavior supports, team coordination, agency collaboration, applied and cognitive behavioral counseling
Valid Pennsylvania Driver's License
Current PA Child Abuse History, PA Criminal and FBI Fingerprint Clearance, required
Duties & Responsibilities
This position is responsible for facilitating and providing direct therapeutic interventions consisting of group and individual therapy, treatment planning, and designing and implementing effective interventions and strategies to promote therapeutic recovery. The therapist is the lead team member responsible for coordinating therapeutic intervention and for completing required documentation such as treatment and discharge plans, psycho-social history, daily progress notes, and insurance forms. The therapist maintains close communication with the child\'s parent(s) to monitor and promote progress.
Salary (2025-26 Rates)
Project Staff, Band 14 (190 days/10 months)
$48,705 - $60,881 annually - (Placement on band is based on direct full-time experience as a licensed clinician)
Schedule
Monday - Friday (based on district calendar). 190 days (10 months), 7.5 hrs/day.
Project Staff Benefits
Excellent medical, prescription, vision, and dental coverage at minimal cost to employee
If medical, prescription, vision, and dental coverage are not needed, generous opt-out payments are available
1.5% of annual salary flexible benefit cash payment
Life insurance in amount of 2.5x annual salary, paid by CCIU
Long-term disability insurance effective the 31st day of illness/injury
Retirement through PSERS, PA\'s Public School Employees Retirement System
Worker\'s Compensation
Two personal days annually; Vacation Days accrued monthly; Twelve sick days per year - unlimited accumulation on sick days
Tuition reimbursement - 100% of up to 15 credits per year
...and much more!
Equal Opportunity Employer
Chester County Intermediate Unit is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Chester County Intermediate Unit ensures equal employment opportunities regardless of race, creed, gender, color, national origin, religion, age, sexual orientation or disability. Chester County Intermediate Unit has a policy of active recruitment of qualified minority teachers and non-certified employees. Any individual needing assistance in making application for any opening should contact the Department of Human Resources at 484-237-5085.
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