Mental Health Therapist → 26/27 SY
ChanceLight Behavioral Health, Therapy, & EducationBirmingham, Alabama, United States
Posted March 13, 2026
65000 - 75000 USD
ChanceLight Behavioral Health, Therapy & Education is a national leader in alternative and special education, serving more than 240,000 students across 235 school districts through its four brands—Ombudsman Educational Services, Spectrum Center Schools, Atlantis Academy, and ACE Learning Center. The organization delivers a comprehensive suite of services, including K‑12 and adult education, intensive academic intervention, applied behavior analysis, functional behavior assessment, therapeutic day schools, and virtual learning, with a strong focus on students with emotional/behavioral and autism spectrum disorders. ChanceLight’s distinctive approach blends individualized instruction in small, collaborative classrooms with robust professional development, giving educators autonomy to design innovative lesson plans while maintaining a healthy work‑life balance. By partnering with schools nationwide, the company empowers students to achieve independent futures and provides educators with clear career pathways and a supportive, mission‑driven culture.
ChanceLight Behavioral Health, Therapy, & Education is seeking a Mental Health Therapist to join their Special Education team for the 2026-2027 School Year. The ideal candidate will have a Master's degree in educational counseling, therapy, or a closely related field, and experience in special education services and compliance. The role will involve providing individual and group counseling sessions, developing and updating Individualized Education Plans, and collaborating with educators and families to support student success.
ChanceLight Behavioral Health, Therapy & Education is a national leader in alternative and special education, serving more than 240,000 students across 235 school districts through its four brands—Ombudsman Educational Services, Spectrum Center Schools, Atlantis Academy, and ACE Learning Center. The organization delivers a comprehensive suite of services, including K‑12 and adult education, intensive academic intervention, applied behavior analysis, functional behavior assessment, therapeutic day schools, and virtual learning, with a strong focus on students with emotional/behavioral and autism spectrum disorders. ChanceLight’s distinctive approach blends individualized instruction in small, collaborative classrooms with robust professional development, giving educators autonomy to design innovative lesson plans while maintaining a healthy work‑life balance. By partnering with schools nationwide, the company empowers students to achieve independent futures and provides educators with clear career pathways and a supportive, mission‑driven culture.
