Job Description

School Mental Health Therapist or Counselor
Schedule: Full-Time | Follows School Calendar
Note: Summer hours may be limited or unavailable based on staffing needs and program scheduling.
Location: Oakridge Lower Elementary – Muskegon, MI

Hackley Community Care (HCC) is a Federally Qualified Health Center committed to providing compassionate, high-quality, and integrated health services to the residents of Muskegon County. We offer a mission-driven workplace where your expertise makes a real impact—supported by a collaborative team that values professional growth. As a School Mental Health Therapist or Counselor, you’ll work in a supportive elementary school environment, helping young students thrive emotionally, socially, and academically.

Perks & Benefits Include:
A rewarding and meaningful practice setting
Supportive, team-based work culture
Competitive compensation
Paid time off and paid holidays
Quarterly performance bonuses
Retirement plan with company contribution
Continuing education support (time & funding)
Company-paid license renewal
Potential for loan repayment through the National Health Service Corps (NHSC)
Vendor discounts

What You’ll Do:
Provide individual and group counseling to children and adolescents.
Collaborate with school staff and HCC’s provider team to support mental health needs.
Deliver consultation, education, and training to school staff as needed.
Coordinate behavioral and mental health services for effective care delivery.
Accurately document clinical notes in the electronic health record (EHR) system.
Offer evidence-based patient education in individual and classroom settings.
Make appropriate referrals to internal and external support services.

Qualifications:
Master’s degree from an accredited behavioral/mental health program
Active, unrestricted Michigan license as an LMSW, LLMSW, LPC, LLPC, LLP or equivalent
CPR/BLS certification (or willingness to obtain)
Experience in Play Therapy preferred, especially for elementary-aged children
Clinical experience diagnosing and treating mental health conditions
Strong interpersonal and communication skills
Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team
Commitment to confidentiality and cultural sensitivity

Job Tags

Full time, Summer work,

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