Mental Health Professional

The Stepping Stones Group; Wilson (NC); On-site; USD 50,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free weekly supervision toward fulllic

Onsite school-based role

Job summary

The Stepping Stones Group is hiring a School-Based Mental Health Professional to support K-12 students in North Carolina. This full-time, year-round role offers salaried pay starting at $50,000 for associates and $55,000 for licensed clinicians, with free weekly supervision toward licensure.

Onsite, travel between up to 3 school sites, and a permanent W-2 position are provided. Join a team dedicated to empowering students, collaborating with teachers and families, and delivering evidence-based

Qualifications

• Active license or associate-level license in North Carolina (LCMHC/LCMSW/LMFT) or equivalent.
• Master's degree in Social Work, Mental Health Counseling, or related field.
• Experience providing individual and group therapy.
• Crisis assessment, treatment planning, and evidence-based modalities.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to complete state clearances and background checks.
• Reliable transportation for travel between school sites.
• Authorization to work in the United States.

Responsibilities

• Provide individual and group counseling for K–12 students addressing emotional, behavioral, and social challenges.
• Respond with crisis intervention and risk assessments when needed.
• Assess and evaluate students' mental health needs.
• Design and implement treatment plans using CBT, trauma-informed care, and play therapy.
• Collaborate with administrators, counselors, teachers, and parents on support plans.
• Help create a positive school climate where students feel seen and supported.
• Maintain clinical notes and treatment plans meeting regulatory standards (FERPA, mandated reporting).
• Stay current with research and best practices in school-based mental health.
• Travel between school sites as assigned.

Skills

Counseling

Group counseling

Crisis assessment

Communication

Collaboration

Travel between sites

Education

Master's degree in Social Work or Counseling

Job description

The Stepping Stones Group

Make a Difference Every Day

Empowering Students, Enriching Futures!

School-Based Mental Health Professional | Full-Time | Permanent | K-12 | Free Weekly Supervision | Associate and Licensed Clinicians Welcome

About the Opportunity

Are you a mental health clinician who wants to see your work make a difference in students' daily lives? The Stepping Stones Group is seeking a School-Based Mental Health Professional to support the emotional well-being and mental health of K-12 students. You'll help students work through their emotions, overcome challenges, and thrive in school. You'll partner with teachers and parents to understand what's getting in the way of a child's success, and you'll build support for real students facing real challenges. This is a permanent, year-round position. Both associate-level and fully licensed clinicians are welcome to apply.

Associate-level clinicians, this one's for you. Paying for supervision toward full licensure can cost thousands of dollars. At The Stepping Stones Group, it's included.

• Pay: Salaried. Starting at $50,000 per year for associate-level licensed clinicians and $55,000 per year for fully licensed clinicians
• Supervision: Free weekly clinical supervision toward full licensure for associate-level clinicians, at no out-of-pocket cost
• Schedule: Monday-Friday, full-time, 40 hours per week, year-round
• Setting: Onsite, school-based, K-12
• Sites: Support at up to 3 school sites
• Resources: Access to therapy materials, assessment tools, school computers and printers, and a school email address
• Start date: Immediate
• Employment type: W-2, permanent
• Location: Shared with candidates during the application process

What You'll Do

• Provide individual and group counseling for students in kindergarten through 12th grade, addressing emotional, behavioral, and social challenges
• Respond with crisis intervention and risk assessments when students need support most
• Assess and evaluate students' mental health needs
• Design and carry out treatment plans using evidence-based strategies such as CBT, trauma-informed care, and play therapy
• Collaborate with administrators, school counselors, district office staff, teachers, and parents on support plans that work
• Help create a positive school climate where every student feels seen and supported
• Keep clinical notes and treatment plans that meet regulatory standards, track student outcomes, and follow FERPA and mandated reporting requirements
• Stay current with research and best practices in school-based mental health
• Travel between school sites as assigned

Minimum Qualifications

• Active license or associate-level license in North Carolina in one of the following: Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor (LCMHC) or Associate (LCMHCA), Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) or Associate (LCSWA), or Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) or Associate (LMFTA)
• Master's degree in Social Work, Mental Health Counseling, Marriage and Family Therapy, or a related field
• Experience providing individual and group therapy
• Comfort with crisis assessment, treatment planning, and evidence-based modalities
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to complete required state clearances and background checks
• Reliable transportation for travel between school sites
• Authorization to work in the United States

You'll Thrive in This Role If You Are Open To:

• Working with students from kindergarten through 12th grade, with a wide range of emotional and mental health needs
• Providing both individual and group services
• Partnering with school teams, families, and administrators
• Moving between multiple school sites
• Working onsite and in person
• A year-round schedule

Preferred Qualifications

• School-based mental health experience (helpful, but not required)
• Experience with trauma-informed care and crisis response
• Experience working with children and adolescents
• Experience collaborating with school teams on student support plans
• Bilingual in Spanish and English
• Crisis prevention or de-escalation training

Related Experience We Value

Experience as a School Counselor, School Social Worker, School-Based Therapist, Mental Health Clinician, Behavioral Health Clinician, Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, or Child and Adolescent Therapist is highly valued.

Why Candidates Choose This Role

• Free weekly supervision toward full licensure, with consistent, scheduled support as you grow from associate to fully licensed
• Supervisors who are clinicians first, so you'll never feel lost or unsupported
• A permanent, year-round position with steady income and no end date
• A full-time, predictable Monday-Friday schedule, with evenings and weekends typically off
• Hands-on experience in therapy, assessment, and treatment planning
• Colleagues who share your passion for student wellness

Why You'll Love Working With Us

• Competitive salary
• Health and wellness benefits
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance and 401(k) retirement plan for eligible employees
• Professional development and training opportunities
• Continuing education resources, including free CEUs and approved webinars
• Employee referral bonus program
• Supportive and collaborative clinical leadership
• Opportunities for career growth and advancement
• Meaningful work that directly impacts students and communities

What Makes Someone Successful in This Role?

Successful school-based mental health professionals are compassionate, organized, and dependable. They build trust with students quickly, document clearly, collaborate well with school teams, and keep students' wellbeing at the center of every decision.

About The Stepping Stones Group

We believe every child deserves exceptional support to succeed academically, behaviorally, socially, and emotionally. We partner with schools nationwide to provide high-quality educational and behavioral health services, and we give our clinicians the training, resources, and support to do their best work.

The Stepping Stones Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.