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School Based Therapist: Killingly Public Schools- 7328

CounselorNo weekendsFull-Time

Listed compensation

$63k-$93k

The week · per this posting · Monday – Friday

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Job Description

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JOB TITLE: School Based Therapist

EMPLOYMENT TYPE: Full-Time, 40 hours/wk

SCHEDULED HOURS: Monday-Friday 8am-4:30pm

PROGRAM/LOCATION: Killingly High School, Killingly CT

PC#: 2902

ABOUT THE PROGRAM: Killingly Public Schools

CHR is excited to announce we are partnering with Killingly Public Schools to provide individual, family and group therapy to students in co-located sites across the district. Therapists in this role will have access to training in evidence-based therapy models such as MATCH-ADTC and TFCBT as well as clinical supervision and model consultation.

Duties & Responsibilities

  • Provides assessment and treatment interventions consistent with the program model.
  • Conducts clinical and risk assessments.
  • Collaborates with individuals to create individualized, person-centered treatment plans.
  • Demonstrates competency in age related or specialty issues and developmental needs for each population served.
  • Works with clients to develop appropriate discharge plans utilizing natural support.
  • Maintains collaborative relationships with family members and other service providers.
  • Provides crisis assessment and intervention to monitor status of clients in crisis.
  • May provide care in office, home, residential, and/or community-based settings based on program model and setting.
  • Responsible for maintaining client and staff records according to agency policy.
  • Provides coverage for team members during periods of absence.
  • Participates in weekly supervision, consultations, and meetings.
  • Transports clients using agency vehicles and/or personal vehicles based on program model and setting.
  • Participates in all required CHR training and obtains and/or maintains certification in an EBP if applicable.
  • In residential programs, therapists prioritize safety and physical presence, participating as full members of the milieu.
  • Additional responsibilities as required.

Qualifications

Education: Master’s Degree or higher in related field.

Experience: Experience working with trauma, mental illness and/or serious emotional disorders and/or substance use disorders preferred.

Licensure/Certification/Registration: LMSW, LPC-A, LMFT-A required. LCSW, LMFT, LPC, Licensed Psychologist preferred. LADC or Master’s Degree in related mental health field eligible for LADC may be substituted for LCSW, LMFT, LPC or Licensed Psychologist in some programs. Other training may be required based on program. Valid Driver’s License for programs where transportation is required

Why Join CHR?

Be part of an exciting, supportive, and dynamic workplace where your growth and well-being are our top priorities!

  • Comprehensive benefits packages include health insurance, ample paid time off (including your birthday!), employer contributions to your 403b Retirement Plan, and competitive insurance premiums with added discounts on pet, home and auto!
  • Tuition reimbursement and professional development programs, including exclusive tuition discounts for CHR employees at several local colleges/universities
  • Career development opportunities! FREE robust training curriculum, featuring our Clinical Training Series for interactive learning, practical skill enhancement, and professional growth! Clinical supervision and/or mentoring offered at several programs
  • Wellness program: Annual wellness stipend, FREE premium subscription to the Calm app, 6 FREE confidential counseling sessions through our Employee Assistance Program
  • Employee appreciation and involvement, including contests, lunch & learns (meet with our CEO!), employee appreciation events, employee-led resource groups open to all, and more!

And so much more! (Many benefits are available to all staff, regardless of the hours worked, with some subject to eligibility)

Compensation Range*

$63,258 min- $92,832.48 max

*Actual rates within this range are determined at the time of offer and are based on relevant experience, as well as adherence to our internal equity policy. (Please note, positions less than 40 hours this range would be pro-rated based on hours worked)

CHR is an equal opportunity employer, and we encourage all to apply.

Take the first step to a meaningful career and apply to CHR today!

Key Responsibilities

The therapist provides individual, family, and group therapy to students within the school district while conducting clinical and risk assessments. They are responsible for developing person-centered treatment plans, maintaining client records, and providing crisis intervention as needed.

Qualifications

Education
Master's degree (postgraduate degree)
Experience
2+ years of experience

Key Skills

Individual therapyFamily therapyClinical assessmentRisk assessmentTreatment planningCase managementTrauma-informed careEvidence-based practiceDocumentationCollaborationMental health counseling

Counselor Career Context

Community Health Resources ranks #11 of 22 employers hiring Counselor on WeekdayDoc by average advertised pay.

Of the 50 active Mental Health Therapy listings this role was benchmarked against, 46% are remote, 32% have no call, 70% require no weekends.

Mental Health Therapy pay on WeekdayDoc is up 2.4% vs. the prior quarter (through Sep 2026).

The cost-of-living index for Connecticut is 103.6 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$78k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $75k in an average-cost state. 62.6% of Connecticut clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

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Salary Distribution30 jobs · 25 employers

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Annual compensation range

Benefits & Perks27 jobs · 25 employers

401k / retirement match
100% this job
CME allowance
41%
Sign-on bonus
26%
Loan repayment
22%
PSLF eligible
11%

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Work-life snapshot

median 6.1this job 3.9
Better work-life than 30% of Mental Health Therapy (Counseling) listings

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 8,002 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

  • No weekends

Living in Dayville

Residents’ average commute
30 min
State income tax
Up to 7%
Sources & methodology

Sources: U.S. Census ACS 2024 five-year.

Ratios use this listing’s gross annual pay. Not a cost-of-living guarantee.

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About Community Health Resources

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501-1,000 employees

Benefits & Perks

Comprehensive Benefits Package
Health Insurance
Ample Paid Time Off (including birthday)
403b Retirement Plan with Employer Contributions
Competitive Insurance Premiums
Tuition Reimbursement
Professional Development Programs
Exclusive Tuition Discounts