Mental Health Therapist I-II
Listed compensation
$68k-$90k
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Job Description
Job Title
Mental Health Therapist I-II
Pay Range
$68,000-$90,000 / Annually
Job Description
Mental Health Therapist School-Based | $68,000-$90,000 / Annually | Full -Time | Antioch, CA | 26/27 School Year|
About the Role
Provide individual, group, and/or parent counseling as outlined in each student's IEP. Create and manage referral assessments for Educationally Related Mental Health Services (ERMHS). Collaborate with school staff to interpret assessment results and develop appropriate interventions.
Work closely with teachers, school administrators/directors, and other school personnel to address students' needs and provide insights on mental health issues. Provide consultation and training to school staff and other therapists on mental health topics and effective strategies for supporting students.
Why Join Us
- CEU/license reimbursement and tuition assistance
- Full benefits: that continue through all 12 months of the year (Medical, Dental, Vision)
- 401(k) with a company match
- Paid sick leave, holidays, and vacation
- Dedicated mentorship and training from a seasoned therapist
- Company provided live CEU’s that you can attend virtually.
What You'll Do
Therapeutic Support: Offer behavioral support and crisis counseling as needed.
Record Keeping and Documentation: Maintain accurate and confidential records of student interactions, treatment plans, and progress notes on the platform provided by the company. Prepare reports and documentation for school administration and external agencies as required.
Confidentiality: Ensure client information is kept confidential and obtain necessary permissions for information sharing.
Supervision: Participate in weekly supervision/consultation meetings with other therapists.
Continuing Education: Complete all Board of Behavioral Sciences (BBS) mandated continuing education and renew licenses as required.
What We're Looking For
Must Have
- Licensed in either AMFT, ACSW, APCC
- DOJ/FBI Live Scan background and TB clearance
- Strong organizational and interpersonal skills
- Excellent written and verbal communication
Preferred
- One year of experience in speech therapy
- Department of Education certification
- Knowledge of evidence-based practices and special education programs
- Experience with school-based caseload management
About Point Quest Group
Point Quest Group is a leading national provider of special education services, partnering with 350+ school districts to help students with unique needs thrive academically, socially, and emotionally. Everything we do starts with one unwavering commitment: students first.
Guided by a growth mindset, courageous leadership, and a deep culture of collaboration, fun, and determination, our teams show up every day ready to do whatever it takes for the students we serve.
We are committed to delivering hands-on supervision and accessible support that helps our Therapist and assistants grow professionally. Through in-district services, therapeutic day schools, and specialized staffing, we deliver the personalized support every student needs — and deserves — to succeed.
Key Responsibilities
Provide individual, group, and parent counseling services as outlined in student IEPs while managing referral assessments for mental health services. Collaborate with school staff and administrators to interpret assessment results and develop effective behavioral interventions.
Requirements
Candidates must hold a license as an AMFT, ACSW, or APCC and possess valid DOJ/FBI and TB clearances. Strong organizational, interpersonal, and communication skills are required to manage school-based caseloads effectively.
Key Skills
Counselor Career Context
Of the 50 active Mental Health Therapy listings this role was benchmarked against, 44% are remote, 34% have no call, 66% require no weekends.
The cost-of-living index for California is 110.7 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$79k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $71k in an average-cost state. 63.6% of California clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).
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