Licensed School Counselor (LCSW/LMHC)

TAG MedStaffing; New York (NY); On-site; USD 94,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

TAG MedStaffing is seeking Licensed School Counselors (LCSW/LMHC) in New York, NY to support students in school-based counseling and mental health settings for the current school year. Flexible placement options across Manhattan, Brooklyn, Queens, the Bronx, and Staten Island are available based on preference.

You will provide individual and group counseling, support IEP-aligned goals, and help students build social, emotional, and behavioral skills needed to succeed in the classroom.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in School Counseling, Social Work, Mental Health Counseling, or related field.
• Active New York State LCSW or LMHC license is required.
• New York State School Counselor certification is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide individual and group counseling to students with social, emotional, behavioral, and mental health needs.
• Support students with coping skills, emotional regulation, peer relationships, and classroom readiness.
• Collaborate with school teams, providers, and families to support IEP goals and intervention plans.
• Maintain counseling notes, progress updates, and required documentation in alignment with school-based requirements.

Skills

Counseling

IEP coordination

Student support

Education

Master’s degree in School Counseling / Social Work / Mental Health Counseling

Job description

Job Overview – Licensed School Counselor (LCSW/LMHC)

Compensation: $68 – $76/hour

Location: New York, NY

Schedule: Full-Time, Part-Time, or Per Diem (School Schedule)

TAG MedStaffing is hiring Licensed School Counselors (LCSW/LMHC)in New York, NY to support students in school-based counseling and mental health settings for the currentschool year. This role offers flexible placement options across Manhattan, Brooklyn, Queens, the Bronx, and Staten Island based on preference. You will provide individual and group counseling, support IEP-aligned goals, and help students build the social, emotional, and behavioral skills needed to succeed in the classroom.

Responsibilities as the Licensed School Counselor:

• Counseling Support: Provide individual and group counseling services to students with social, emotional, behavioral, and mental health needs.
• Student Development: Support students with coping skills, emotional regulation, peer relationships, and classroom readiness.
• IEP & Care Coordination: Collaborate with school teams, providers, and families to support IEP goals, intervention plans, and student progress.
• Documentation & Reporting: Maintain accurate counseling notes, progress updates, and required documentation in alignment with school-based requirements.

Qualifications for the Licensed School Counselor:

• Education: Master’s degree in School Counseling, Social Work, Mental Health Counseling, or a related field is required.
• Licensure: Active New York State LCSW orLMHC is required.
• Certification: New York State School Counselor certification is preferred.
• Experience: Prior school-based counseling, student support, behavioral health, or mental health experience is preferred.