School Based Therapist

Counseling Wellness & Health, PLLC; Raleigh (NC); Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Counseling Wellness & Health, PLLC is seeking a School Based Therapist to provide individual and family therapy on school campuses in Raleigh, NC. The role includes intake assessments, treatment planning, coordination with school staff, and crisis intervention to support student progress.

The position is full-time and hybrid, with some responsibilities able to be completed remotely. Licensure in NC (or eligibility) is required, along with experience with children and adolescents in educational

Qualifications

• Master's degree or higher in Social Work, Counseling, Psychology, Marriage and Family Therapy, or a related field.
• Current or eligible licensure in North Carolina (e.g., LCSW, LCSWA, LCMHC, LCMHCA, LMFT, LMFTA, or equivalent), in good standing.
• Experience working with children and adolescents in school or community settings, including familiarity with school-based supports.
• Strong communication skills, cultural responsiveness, and the ability to collaborate effectively with interdisciplinary teams.
• Comfort with hybrid work arrangements, basic technology skills for telehealth and electronic documentation, and adherence to ethical and legal standards of practice.

Responsibilities

• Provide individual and family therapy to students on school campuses.
• Conduct intake assessments and develop tailored treatment plans.
• Coordinate with school staff and caregivers to support student progress.
• Provide crisis intervention as needed and maintain thorough clinical documentation.
• Participate in meetings, supervision, and case management activities; some admin/telehealth work may be remote.

Job description

Company Description

Counseling Wellness & Health, PLLC is a mental health practice dedicated to providing accessible, client-centered counseling services to children, adolescents, and families. The organization emphasizes collaborative care, evidence-informed treatment, and a focus on overall wellness. Team members are encouraged to bring compassion, cultural humility, and professional integrity to their work. The practice values a supportive environment where clinicians can grow, learn, and contribute meaningfully to school communities and family systems.

Role Description

The School Based Therapist is a full-time, hybrid position located in Raleigh, NC, with the ability to complete some responsibilities from home. In this role, the therapist provides individual and family therapy to students on school campuses, conducts intake assessments, and develops treatment plans tailored to each student’s needs. Day-to-day tasks include coordinating with school staff, providing crisis intervention as needed, and maintaining thorough clinical documentation and case management activities. The therapist collaborates with caregivers and community resources to support student progress and participates in meetings, consultation, and supervision to ensure high-quality care. Some administrative work, telehealth sessions, and documentation may be completed remotely.

Qualifications

• Clinical treatment skills in Treatment Planning and Psychology, with the ability to design and implement evidence-informed interventions.
• Practice experience in Social Work and Case Management, including coordination of services and advocacy for student and family needs.
• Therapeutic expertise in Family Therapy, with a focus on engaging caregivers and supporting family systems.
• Master’s degree or higher in Social Work, Counseling, Psychology, Marriage and Family Therapy, or a related mental health field.
• Current or eligible licensure in North Carolina (e.g., LCSW, LCSWA, LCMHC, LCMHCA, LMFT, LMFTA, or equivalent), in good standing.
• Experience working with children and adolescents in school or community settings, including familiarity with school-based supports.
• Strong communication skills, cultural responsiveness, and the ability to collaborate effectively with interdisciplinary teams.
• Comfort with hybrid work arrangements, basic technology skills for telehealth and electronic documentation, and adherence to ethical and legal standards of practice.