Middle School Behavioral Health Counselor — Full-Time with Benefits

Jobtome; Lewes (DE); On-site; USD 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Dental, Vision Insurance

401(k) plan with matching

Life Insurance, Short and Long Term DI

Education and Training Benefits

Vacation, Sick, Personal and Holiday P

Job summary

Jobtome is seeking a School-Based Counselor to support middle school students in Delaware. The role provides brief mental health screening, individual, group and family counseling, and collaborates with teachers and families to promote emotional growth and academic success.

The position emphasizes evidence-based interventions, crisis assessment, and training for school staff. Travel to meetings and trainings is required; full-time with benefits is offered.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Social Work, Counseling or related field with a clinical license preferred; license eligibility required.
• Strong understanding of child and adolescent development.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively with teachers, parents, and school administration.

Responsibilities

• Provide brief mental health screening and counseling services for students.
• Develop and implement individualized treatment plans based on assessments.
• Collaborate with teachers and parents to support student well-being and academics.
• Maintain confidential records of therapy sessions and student progress.
• Participate in multidisciplinary team meetings to discuss cases and strategies.
• Educate school staff on mental health awareness and best practices.

Skills

Crisis intervention

Interpersonal communication

Team collaboration

Recordkeeping

Education

Master's degree in Social Work or Counseling

Clinical licensure eligible (LCSW, LPC-MH, LMFT) or LMSW upon hire

Job description

Jobtome is seeking a School-Based Counselor to support middle school students in Delaware. The role provides brief mental health screening, individual, group and family counseling, and collaborates with teachers and families to promote emotional growth and academic success.

The position emphasizes evidence-based interventions, crisis assessment, and training for school staff. Travel to meetings and trainings is required; full-time with benefits is offered.