School Based Clinician

Northwestern Counseling & Support Services, Inc.; Saint Albans (ME); On-site; USD 48,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental coverage

Employer retirement plan

Educational support

Student loan forgiveness

Job summary

Northwestern Counseling & Support Services, Inc. (NCSS) seeks a School-Based Clinician to deliver mental health services within public schools in Franklin and Grand Isle Counties. The role supports students and families, with services ranging from assessment to treatment planning.

Requires Master’s Degree and Vermont licensure or eligibility, and offers a 200-day full-time contract aligned to the school calendar, plus benefits, loan forgiveness after six months, and supervision at no cost.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in the field of mental health.
• Valid license to practice in Vermont, or licensure eligible.
• Strong experience working with children and families.

Responsibilities

• Diagnostic assessment
• Treatment planning
• Individualized therapeutic services
• Home/school coordination
• Crisis screenings/intervention

Skills

Experience with children

Diagnostic skills

Collaborative

Independent work

Education

Master’s Degree

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: 20 Mapleville Depot - Saint Albans, VT

Position Type: Full Time

Salary Range: $47840.00 - $56160.00Salary,

Salary, Do you have a Master’s Degree in the field of Mental Health? Northwestern Counseling & Support Services, Inc. (NCSS) is hiring for a School-Based Clinician to join our team! At NCSS, School-Based Clinicians offer an array of services addressing a variety of mental health issues within public school settings in Franklin and Grand Isle Counties. Licensure supervision can be provided at no cost to you!

The School-Based Clinical Team serves as a referral conduit to connect students and their families to other NCSS Programs. The service model adjusts according to the needs of each participating school. This position is a full-time, 200-day contract that follows the school schedule with some summer responsibilities. School placement is determined during the hiring process by NCSS to ensure a best fit for our clinician and the school system.

Key Responsibilities

• Diagnostic assessment
• Treatment planning
• Individualized therapeutic services
• Home/school coordination
• Crisis screenings/intervention

Candidates must have

• Strong experience working with children & families
• Excellent diagnostic skills
• The ability to work both collaboratively and independently

Current Opportunities

• Sheldon Elementary School
• Alburgh Educational Center

At NCSS, we offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes perks such as medical and dental coverage, an employer-matched retirement plan, and educational support. Additionally, for those who qualify, this position provides an opportunity for $5,000 in student loan forgiveness upon the successful completion of your 6-month introductory period. We invite you to become a valued member of our team at NCSS, a 2025 Best Places to Work in Vermont!

EOE

Hiring rate is based on experience, education, and internal equity. Final compensation will be determined in accordance with NCSS policy and applicable laws.

Qualifications

• Master’s Degree
• Valid license (Licensed Mental Health Counselor, Licensed Social Worker or Licensed Psychologist) to practice in the State of Vermont, or be licensure eligible.