School Counselor

Mount Prospect Academy; Plymouth (NH); On-site; USD 60,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

403(b) Retirement Plan

Life Insurance

Short-Term & Long-Term Disability

AD&D Insurance

Generous Paid Time Off

Employee Discount Program

Professional Development & Continuing

Wellness Programs and Team-Building

Free Meals and Company Swag

Access to Company Gym, Outdoor Rec. &

Job summary

Mount Prospect Academy in Plymouth, NH seeks an experienced School Social Worker to support youth facing emotional, behavioral, and educational challenges. You will collaborate with educators, families, and community partners to promote academic and personal growth in a trauma-informed environment.

The role emphasizes individual and group counseling, IEP collaboration, safety planning, crisis intervention, and staff training.

Qualifications

• Master's Degree in Social Work, Mental Health Counseling, Psychology, or a related field.

Responsibilities

• Provide individual and group counseling to adolescents.
• Collaborate with IEP teams to support student progress and goals.
• Develop and maintain treatment, support, and crisis plans.
• Conduct clinical assessments and provide behavioral health support.
• Maintain accurate student records and documentation.
• Deliver trauma-informed training to staff.
• Coordinate care with families, schools, and community partners.

Skills

Trauma-informed care

Counseling adolescents

Interpersonal skills

Education

Master's Degree in Social Work, Mental Health Counseling, Psychology, or related field

Job description

Plymouth, NH | Full-Time | Monday-Friday | $60,000-$70,000 based on experience, qualifications and licensure

Make a Lasting Impact in the Lives of Youth

Mount Prospect Academy (MPA) is seeking an experienced and compassionate School Social Worker to join our dedicated team in Plymouth, NH. If you are passionate about helping adolescents overcome emotional, behavioral, and educational challenges, this is an opportunity to make a meaningful difference every day.

As a School Social Worker, you will work collaboratively with educators, clinicians, families, and community partners to help students achieve success both academically and personally. This role is ideal for a licensed mental health professional who thrives in a trauma-informed environment and is committed to supporting youth through positive growth and development.

What You'll Do

As a key member of our multidisciplinary team, you will:

• Provide individual and group counseling services to adolescents.
• Collaborate with IEP teams to support student progress and counseling goals.
• Develop and maintain individualized treatment, support, and crisis plans.
• Conduct clinical assessments and provide behavioral health support.
• Build strong therapeutic relationships with students and families.
• Facilitate treatment team meetings and coordinate care with stakeholders.
• Support trauma-informed practices throughout the academic setting.
• Conduct safety assessments and crisis intervention when necessary.
• Partner with families, schools, and community agencies to ensure comprehensive support.
• Maintain accurate case documentation, service logs, and student records.
• Deliver professional development and trauma-informed training to staff.
• Participate in student-focused meetings and collaborate with administration.

Why Join Mount Prospect Academy?

At MPA, we believe that every young person deserves the opportunity to succeed. You'll work alongside a supportive team of professionals who are committed to creating positive outcomes for students facing emotional and behavioral challenges.

• 403(b) Retirement Plan
• Life Insurance
• Short-Term & Long-Term Disability
• AD&D Insurance
• Generous Paid Time Off
• Employee Discount Program
• Professional Development & Continuing Education Opportunities
• Wellness Programs and Team-Building Events
• Free Meals and Company Swag
• Access to Company Gym, Outdoor Recreation Equipment, and Adventure Activities

Qualifications

Required:

• Master's Degree in Social Work, Mental Health Counseling, Psychology, or a related field.
• NH Department of Education Certification in School Social Work.
• Licensed, or actively pursuing licensure, through the NH Board of Mental Health Practice and NH DOE.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience counseling adolescents and families.
• Strong knowledge of trauma-informed care and evidence-based practices.
• Ability to pass a criminal background check.

Preferred:

• Experience working in special education, therapeutic schools, residential treatment, or behavioral health settings.
• Crisis intervention and assessment experience.

Ready to Make a Difference?

If you're an experienced School Social Worker looking for a career where your work directly transforms the lives of young people, we want to hear from you.

Mount Prospect Academy assures equal opportunity and public access and, if necessary, affirmative action in all its policies regarding employment and provision of services. MPA does not discriminate in its hiring, programs or policies on the bases of race, color, creed, religion, ancestry, national origin, age, disability, sex, marital status or sexual orientation.