Licensed School Counselor - Student Wellness & Growth

Rivermont Schools; Danville (VA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Holiday pay

Health insurance

401(k) with company match

Tuition reimbursement

Career development

Job summary

Rivermont Schools in Virginia seeks a School Counselor to support students’ emotional wellness, behavior, and academics. You will partner with educators, families, and clinical teams to create a safe, supportive environment where students thrive.

You will provide individual and group therapy, oversee PBIS efforts, and coordinate care with families and outside agencies. This role supports students with diverse needs and requires licensure eligibility and Mandt certification.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree or higher in a relevant field.
• Active LPC, LCSW, or LMFT license or eligibility.
• Mandt certification is required/preferred.
• Strong knowledge of child and adolescent development, behavioral health, and interventions.
• Clinical experience in educational or behavioral health settings.

Responsibilities

• Organize caregiver and family participation activities to strengthen student support.
• Provide individual and group therapy services based on student needs and goals.
• Oversee PBIS planning and guide classroom staff on behavior strategies.
• Collaborate with families, schools, and outside agencies to improve care and outcomes.
• Complete student assessments within 30 days of enrollment and coordinate tele-psychiatry services as needed.

Skills

Counseling

Collaboration

PBIS implementation

Family engagement

Education

Master’s degree in social work, counseling, psychology, or family development

Licensure eligibility (LPC/LCSW/LMFT)

Mandt certification

Job description

Rivermont Schools in Virginia seeks a School Counselor to support students’ emotional wellness, behavior, and academics. You will partner with educators, families, and clinical teams to create a safe, supportive environment where students thrive.

You will provide individual and group therapy, oversee PBIS efforts, and coordinate care with families and outside agencies. This role supports students with diverse needs and requires licensure eligibility and Mandt certification.