School-Based Tele-Counseling Clinician

MaineGuide; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 67,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Supervision

Training and development

Administrative support

Electronic client portal

Team environment

Daytime hours

Career growth

Job summary

Kennebec Behavioral Health (KBH) seeks a School-Based Telecounseling Clinician to provide telecounseling services for middle and high school students in the school setting. Collaborate with on-site staff to support students and families, conducting assessments and developing treatment plans.

Licensed clinicians with a Maine license (LCPC/LCSW/LMFT) are required. Telehealth experience is a plus, and the role offers day-time hours and comprehensive benefits in a leading Maine behavioral health

Qualifications

• Master’s Degree required with full Maine licensure (LCPC/LCSW/LMFT).
• Experience in behavioral health treatment/outpatient therapy required.
• Telehealth experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conduct assessments and develop treatment plans.
• Provide individual and family counseling.
• Collaborate with educators, caregivers and community partners.
• Deliver telecounseling services to students in the school setting.

Skills

Telecounseling

Counseling

Assessment

Treatment planning

Collaboration

Education

Master’s Degree

Tools

Telehealth platform

Electronic health records

Job description

Kennebec Behavioral Health (KBH)

Do you believe every child deserves access to compassionate, high-quality mental health care? Are you looking for an organization that values your clinical expertise, invests in your professional growth, and gives you the support to do your best work?

Kennebec Behavioral Health (KBH) has been providing compassionate behavioral health services across Central Maine since 1960. Named one of the Best Places to Work in Maine for multiple years and recognized as a Certified Community Behavioral Health Clinic (CCBHC), KBH is seeking a passionate School-Based Telecounseling Clinician to join our growing team. To be eligible, applicants must live in Maine.

This is a professional, clinical position which provides Telecounseling Services for middle and high-school students, within the school setting. The School-Based Telecounseling Clinician works collaboratively with an on-site Community Health Worker to provide counseling through a secure telehealth platform, to students in the school setting- helping them overcome challenges and succeed both in school and at home. You'll also have the opportunity to work within KBH's comprehensive continuum of care, ensuring students and families receive the support they need beyond the school setting. You'll conduct assessments, develop treatment plans, provide individual and family counseling, and collaborate closely with educators, caregivers, and community partners.

Why Choose KBH

At KBH, we believe exceptional clinical care starts with supporting our clinicians. Our collaborative culture, experienced leadership, and commitment to professional development allow you to focus on what matters most—your clients. A competitive pay range starting at $30.50, for fully-licensed staff. Additional benefits you’ll get at KBH include:

• $5,000 Sign-On Bonus
• Individual and group clinical supervision
• Ongoing training and professional development
• Strong administrative support
• An efficient electronic client portal
• Collaborative, mission-driven team environment
• Day Time hours
• Opportunities for career growth within one of Maine's leading behavioral health organizations

Master’s Degree with full Maine licensure as a LCPC, LCSW or LMFT is required. Experience in providing behavioral health treatment/outpatient therapy required. Experience in providing telehealth preferred. Comfort with utilization of telehealth technology and electronic client record is a must. Capable of providing a confidential, private, and therapeutically appropriate space to provide Telecounseling services. (This space/office will be remotely audited and inspected to ensure the standards from which the clinician will provide telehealth services.) MUST RESIDE IN MAINE.

In addition to competitive compensation, KBH offers an exceptional benefits package, including:

• Generous Paid Time off: 20 vacation days, 12 holidays, 8 sick days and a personal day
• Health insurance with three plan options (plans include massage and acupuncture benefits)
• Employer-paid dental, vision, life, short-term disability, and long-term disability insurance
• 403(b) Plan with employer match
• License renewal reimbursement
• Employee Assistance Program
• Wellness program with reimbursements
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) eligible employer

At KBH, people often come for a job—but stay for a career.

Pay: From $30.50 per hour

Expected hours: 40.0 per week

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance