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School‑Based Therapist – Supporting Student Mental Health (Hancock County)

Centerstone
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Carthage, IL, USA
$60,000 - $72,000 yearly
Apr 13, 2026
Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC) Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) Licensed Social Worker (LSW) Full time

Job Title: School-Based Therapist
Location: Hancock County School Districts
Department: Clarity Healthcare
Employment Type: Full-Time
Shift: Monday - Friday, 8:00 AM- 5:00 PM

As our organization grows and our School-Based services expand to meet student needs, we are proud to introduce this new position!

💰 Sign-On/Retention Bonus

Available for eligible external candidates (amount varies by licensure and experience):

  • Master’s Level: $4,000

  • Fully Licensed: $5,000
    A critical need allowance may also apply.

Job Summary:

Are you passionate about supporting students’ mental health and helping them thrive in and out of the classroom? Join Centerstone as a School-Based Therapist, where you’ll provide meaningful, evidence‑based therapeutic services directly within the school environment.

In this role, you will assess, diagnose, and treat students as well as collaborate with families, school personnel, and community partners. You’ll help build coping skills, strengthen relationships, and remove barriers to academic success—all while advancing your clinical expertise.

This is a great opportunity for both new and experienced clinicians who want to make a strong impact in their community while enjoying solid support, competitive pay, and professional growth opportunities.

Position Perks & Benefits:

  • 29 Days of PTO

  • Competitive Pay:

    • LSW/LPC (Illinois): $61,000–$64,000

    • LCSW/LCPC (Illinois): $68,000–$72,000 (based on licensure & experience)

  • Eligibility for HRSA Loan Repayment *eligibility requirements

  • Employee benefits package - health, dental, vision, retirement, life, & more**

  • Competitive 403(b) Retirement Savings Plan – up to 5% match for Part-Time and Full-Time employees

  • Company-paid basic life insurance

  • Emergency Medical Leave Program

  • Flexible Spending Accounts – healthcare and dependent child-care

  • Health & Wellness Program

  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

  • Employee Discount Program

  • Mileage Reimbursement (When applicable)

Key Responsibilities:

  • Provide individualized therapy to students during the school day to support emotional, behavioral, and academic needs.

  • Manage a clinical caseload in alignment with agency guidelines.

  • Support academic success by delivering prevention and early‑intervention services to reduce barriers to learning.

  • Develop treatment plans and collaborate with school staff, clinical supervisors, and families to ensure coordinated care.

  • Respond to crisis situations and provide timely emotional support during emergencies.

  • Coordinate referrals to internal and external community resources as needed.

  • Conduct clinical assessments and deliver evidence‑based interventions to students and families.

  • Serve as a liaison between students, families, and school partners to ensure continuity of care.

Education and/or Experience Qualifications:

  • Master’s degree in Social Work, Psychology, Counseling, or a related field.

  • Current (or soon-to-be) active licensure in the state of Illinois as: LPC, LSW, LCPC, or LCSW

  • Willingness to provide telehealth services (training provided).

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

  • Expertise in diagnostic criteria for mental health and substance use disorders.

  • In-depth knowledge of caseload management, rehabilitation methods, and relevant legal requirements.

  • Familiarity with supervisory and training techniques in a treatment setting.

  • Strong written and verbal communication skills.

  • Ability to establish effective relationships via in-person and telehealth platforms.

  • Proficient in following directions and accepting supervision.

About Centerstone

Centerstone is a nonprofit health system specializing in mental health and substance use disorder treatments for people of all ages. Services are available in Florida, Illinois, Indiana, North Carolina, and Tennessee through the operation of outpatient clinics, residential programs, school-based services, telehealth, and an inpatient hospital. Centerstone also offers specialized programs available nationwide for the military community, as well as services for children, including therapeutic foster care. Centerstone’s Institute provides guidance through research and technology, leveraging the best evidence-based practices for use across our communities. Centerstone’s Foundation secures philanthropic resources to support the work and mission of delivering care that changes people’s lives.

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