Mental Health Associate

Rivermont Schools; Fairfax (VA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Paid school breaks

Health, dental, vision insurance

Job summary

Rivermont Schools in Fairfax, VA is seeking a dedicated team member to support students with educational and behavioral needs across elementary through high school in a structured, caring environment.

You will assist with academics and daily living skills, document observations, and share updates with the team, therapists, and families to tailor strategies.

A calm, patient, punctual, reliable approach is essential to help students reach their highest potential.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent and basic computer skills.
• Strong communication, reading, writing, and documentation skills.
• Patient, calm, and resilient when supporting escalated students.

Responsibilities

• Assist students with academics, social skills, and daily living needs while adapting to all age groups, from elementary through high school.
• Observe behavior, document notes, and share updates with the team to adjust strategies.
• Support self-help skills by helping students with toileting, feeding, and hygiene to promote independence.
• Use de-escalation techniques and calming strategies to maintain a supportive, structured environment.
• Partner with teachers, therapists, BCBAs, and parents to provide consistent and individualized support.

Skills

Strong communication

Documentation skills

Reliability

Adaptability

Team player

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Outlook

Word

Job description

At Rivermont Schools, we serve students with emotional, behavioral, and developmental challenges through individualized education and therapeutic support. Our values of compassion, collaboration, and growth guide everything we do. Join us in helping students achieve their highest potential.

What You'll Need

• High school diploma (or equivalent) and basic computer skills (Outlook, Word)
• Strong communication, reading, writing, and documentation skills
• Reliable, punctual, and adaptable team player
• Patient, calm, and resilient when supporting escalated students
• Passion for helping students with learning or behavioral differences

What You'll Do

• Assist students with academics, social skills, and daily living needs while adapting to all age groups, from elementary through high school
• Observe behavior, document notes, and share updates with the team to adjust strategies
• Support self-help skills by helping students with toileting, feeding, and hygiene to promote independence
• Use de-escalation techniques and calming strategies to maintain a supportive, structured environment
• Partner with teachers, therapists, BCBAs, and parents to provide consistent and individualized support

Why You'll Love Working Here

• Enjoy both paid time off and extra paid school breaks (for select roles), plus paid holidays
• Wellness perks including gym discounts, mindfulness apps, and prescription savings
• Tuition reimbursement, career development programs, and leadership training
• 401(k) retirement savings with a 4% company match and immediate vesting
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Free Employee Assistance Program with confidential counseling, life coaching, and mental health resources
• Life insurance, disability coverage, and Health Savings Account (HSA) contributions at no cost to you

Rivermont Schools is an equal opportunity employer, committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy status, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, or status as a protected veteran, or any other characteristic protected by law. If you require reasonable accommodations during the application or interview process, please contact us at [e-mail].