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Centerstone

School Based Therapist

Benton, IL · On-site

$53K - $74K/yr

Will serve Franklin County Schools. ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES * Facilitates therapy ... coordination with Integrated Healthcare Services. Maintains appropriate contact with referral ...

Brightli

School Based Therapist (Moberly)

Moberly, MO · On-site

$43K - $58K/yr

School Based Services Employment Type: Full Time Job Summary: Join our compassionate and ... Collaborate with school staff, internal departments, and treatment teams to ensure coordinated ...

Centerstone

School Based Therapist

Staunton, IL · On-site

$53K - $74K/yr

... coordination with Integrated Healthcare Services. Maintains appropriate contact with referral ... Employment at Centerstone is based solely on a person's merit and qualifications directly related ...

Sevita Health

School Based Therapist

Dayton, OH · On-site

$47K - $64K/yr

Develop individualized treatment plans in coordination with an interdisciplinary team * Develop and ... Sevita is a leading provider of home and community-based specialized health care. We believe that ...

Centerstone

School Based Therapist

Carlinville, IL

$53K - $74K/yr

... coordination with Integrated Healthcare Services. Maintains appropriate contact with referral ... Employment at Centerstone is based solely on a person's merit and qualifications directly related ...

Centerstone

School Based Therapist

Carlinville, IL · On-site

$53K - $74K/yr

... coordination with Integrated Healthcare Services. Maintains appropriate contact with referral ... Employment at Centerstone is based solely on a person's merit and qualifications directly related ...

Centerstone

School Based Therapist

Staunton, IL · On-site

$53K - $74K/yr

... coordination with Integrated Healthcare Services. Maintains appropriate contact with referral ... Employment at Centerstone is based solely on a person's merit and qualifications directly related ...

Centerstone

School Based Therapist

Highland, IL · On-site

$53K - $74K/yr

... coordination with Integrated Healthcare Services. Maintains appropriate contact with referral ... Employment at Centerstone is based solely on a person's merit and qualifications directly related ...

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As of Aug 29, 2026, the average yearly pay for school based coordinator in the United States is $57,869.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $40,500.00 and $69,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a school based coordinator?

School based coordinators are professionals who work within schools to manage and oversee specific programs, services, or initiatives. Their responsibilities often include coordinating academic or support services, liaising between teachers, students, families, and outside agencies, and ensuring that programs run smoothly and meet students' needs. They play a key role in supporting student success by organizing resources, monitoring progress, and facilitating communication among all stakeholders. School based coordinators may focus on areas such as special education, mental health, after-school programs, or community partnerships, depending on the school's needs.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a school based coordinator?

To thrive as a School Based Coordinator, you need strong organizational skills, an understanding of educational policies, and typically a degree in education or a related field. Familiarity with student information systems, data reporting tools, and sometimes special education compliance software is important. Outstanding communication, problem-solving, and relationship-building skills help you collaborate effectively with students, staff, and families. These abilities are crucial for managing programs, ensuring student support, and fostering a positive school environment.

What are some of the common challenges faced by school based coordinators, and how can they be managed effectively?

School Based Coordinators often face challenges such as balancing multiple responsibilities, managing communication between staff, students, and parents, and ensuring programs run smoothly within school guidelines. Effective time management, strong organizational skills, and proactive communication are key to overcoming these challenges. Building supportive relationships within the school community and staying adaptable to changing needs also help coordinators succeed in their role.

What is the difference between School Based Coordinator vs School Counselor?

AspectSchool Based CoordinatorSchool Counselor
CredentialsTypically requires a bachelor's degree; some roles prefer a master's in education or related fieldRequires a master's degree in school counseling or a related field; state certification often needed
Work EnvironmentWorks within schools to coordinate programs, services, and resources for studentsProvides counseling, guidance, and mental health support to students within the school setting
Employer & Industry UsageUsed by schools, districts, and educational organizations to facilitate student support servicesEmployed by schools, districts, and mental health agencies to support student well-being

While both roles operate within schools and support student needs, School Based Coordinators focus on program coordination and resource management, whereas School Counselors primarily provide direct counseling and mental health services to students.

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School-Based Therapist - Elementary School | Minneapolis

Minneapolis, MN • On-site

Washburn Center for Children
51 - 200 employees
Learn more about Washburn Center for Childrenexternal

$60K - $80K/yr

Full-time

This job post has expired 2 days ago. Applications are no longer accepted.

Job description

Description
This position is split between 2 Elementary Schools in Minneapolis within 1 mile of each other.
What is School Based Therapy at Washburn?
Our compassionate, experienced therapists support children and their families through challenging times by offering individual therapy to help with a wide range of concerns, including school adjustment problems, depression, anxiety, difficulty dealing with loss or family changes, abuse, traumatic events, attention problems, parent-child conflicts and acting-out behaviors. Our counseling focuses on building on a child's strengths and supporting them in gaining skills to be successful at home, in school and in the community.
As a school-based mental health clinician you focus will be on assessment, treatment, and prevention services to children and their families as well as consultation and training for the school staff.
As a successful candidate you should hold independent licensure at LICSW, LPCC, LP, or LMFT or hold an LGSW working towards independent licensure and be able to demonstrate your skill in children's mental health diagnostic assessment and treatment.
What can Washburn Center offer you?
Washburn Center for Children is committed to all our employees' professional development. During your time at Washburn Center, you will receive continuous clinical training, increased supervision time and exposure to a wide array of clinical needs. This role is a highly collaborative function, and you will experience exposure to all programs at Washburn Center, working in collaboration with a variety of experienced professionals to ensure the best care for the children and families in your care.
Responsibilities
Our school-based therapists, working in collaboration with the school staff and Washburn Center leadership, provide a combination of the school-based services within the school, clients' homes, and across the community.
These services can be:
  • Conduct diagnostic assessments (DA) and share feedback with the client and / or their family
  • Collaborate with the client and / or their family on treatment plan that incorporates DA results
  • Provide individual and family therapy
  • Participate in IEP meetings
  • Provide care coordination, including collaboration with psychiatrists and other professionals working with the client
  • Create a discharge plan

Ancillary care:
As a school-based therapist you will also provide ancillary services in alignment with the school staff and Washburn Center supervisor, including:
  • Conduct child group therapy, skills training, and/or prevention groups
  • Provide care coordination, including collaboration with parents, school staff, and other agencies
  • Participate in classroom observations
  • Provide teacher consultations, training, and support
  • Attend collaboration and planning meetings with school staff, program directors, and grant coordinators to review the status of the program and manage referrals in order to facilitate program development and the coordination of the program at the school

Documentation:
Additionally, some of your responsibilities as a School based therapist will be to maintain required documentation as outlined in our Clinical Policy Manual, ie:
  • Diagnostics assessments
  • Treatment plans
  • Progress notes
  • Outcome measures (e,g, SDQ, CASII, ECSII)
  • Discharge summaries
  • Timely record keeping of all clinical activities and grant related services
  • Timely response of communications from the program director, the supervisor, or program support to ensure clear communication throughout the program

***All clinicians are to ensure Minnesota and HIPAA data privacy requirements are followed.***
As Washburn Center for Children serves the community, it is important that our therapists are able to demonstrate cultural humility and responsiveness in their therapeutic process and in their interpersonal relationships. Our work environment requires professionals that can adapt and be flexible within multiple workplace cultures. Our clinicians work independently but will always have a team and supervisor to support them and guide them when needed.
Starting salary range (based on licensure status at hire):
Clinical Trainee base salary: $60,000 to $65,000 annually
Fully Licensed base salary: $70,000 to $80,000 annually
Compensation: $60,000 - $80,000 annually at 1.0 FTE. This position works full time during the school year and a reduced summer schedule (.8 FTE for approximately 8-10 weeks), so actual annual pay is prorated accordingly to approximately $57,500 - $77,500.
Requirements
Education and Licensure Requirements:
  • Master's degree in psychology, marriage and family therapy, or social work (Required)
  • Doctoral Degree in psychology, marriage and family therapy, or social work (Desired)
  • A minimum of 3-5 years assessing, diagnosing and treating children and families (Required)
  • Fully licensed or close to licensure in LICSW, LMFT, LPCC or LP (Required)
  • Valid MN Licensure as a Mental Health Professional (Required)

Required technical skills, knowledge, and abilities
  • Demonstrate knowledge of cultural diversity and the role of culture in the therapeutic process
  • Adaptable to multiple workplace cultures
  • Ability to work independently
  • Understand when to ask questions

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