School-Based Mental Health Counselor (Special Ed)

YES Prep Public Schools; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 61,000 - 73,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Exempt salaried position

Health insurance options

Retirement plans

Paid time off

Paid leave program

Professional development

Award-winning culture

Job summary

YES Prep Public Schools in Houston, Texas is seeking a Mental Health Specialist to provide counseling as a related service for students in special education and to collaborate with behavioral support and psychological services teams.

You will work with families, teachers, and staff to implement emotional and behavioral strategies, document progress, and participate in evaluations and professional development.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited four-year college or university recognized by THECB
• Master’s degree in counseling, psychology, or social work from an accredited college or university
• Valid Texas Professional Licensure (LPC, LMSW, LCSW, LMFT)
• 2-5 years of counseling experience in an educational setting
• Compliance with local, state, and federal regulations for school mental health
• Experience communicating effectively with parents, students, and staff
• Openness to giving and receiving frequent feedback
• Ability to maintain emotional control under stress
• Ability to work outside normal hours and on weekends

Responsibilities

• Create counseling goals and objectives for students in special education
• Provide direct and consultative counseling services to students with emotional/behavioral needs
• Collaborate with parents, teachers, administrators, and staff to implement strategies
• Document student progress through session notes and records
• Provide counseling updates in Admission, Review and Dismissal meetings
• Assist with evaluations and interpret results for counseling needs
• Collaborate on professional development with team members
• Attend staff development sessions and workshops
• Other duties as assigned

Skills

Counseling experience

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Flexibility to work non-standard hours

Education

Bachelor’s degree (THECB)

Master’s degree in counseling/psychology/social work

Tools

Licensed Professional Licensure (LPC/LMSW/LCSW/LMFT)

Job description

YES Prep Public Schools in Houston, Texas is seeking a Mental Health Specialist to provide counseling as a related service for students in special education and to collaborate with behavioral support and psychological services teams.

You will work with families, teachers, and staff to implement emotional and behavioral strategies, document progress, and participate in evaluations and professional development.