Trauma-Informed School Behavioral Health Counselor

Vensure Employer Solutions; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Vensure Employer Solutions in Phoenix seeks a School-Based Counselor to provide behavioral health counseling, assessments, crisis intervention, and care coordination within partnered school districts and community settings.

The role emphasizes trauma-informed, culturally responsive, family-centered care, working with students, families, teachers, and community partners to promote emotional wellness and access to care.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in a behavioral health field.
• Active Arizona behavioral health license or associate license (e.g., LMSW/LCSW, LAC/LPC, LMFT).
• BLS certification or ability to obtain within 5 days of starting.
• Arizona Level I Fingerprint Clearance Card or ability to obtain within 5 days of starting.
• Valid Arizona driver's license.
• Proof of insurance and reliable transportation.
• Must be authorized to work in the United States.
• Experience delivering behavioral health services to children, adolescents, and families.

Responsibilities

• Provide individual, group, and family counseling to children and adolescents in school-based settings.
• Conduct behavioral health assessments, screenings, and ongoing clinical evaluations.
• Develop individualized treatment plans based on student and family needs.
• Provide crisis intervention, risk assessment, safety planning, and stabilization support when clinically appropriate.
• Collaborate with school personnel, caregivers, community agencies, and interdisciplinary treatment teams to coordinate care.
• Facilitate therapeutic groups and psychoeducational interventions based on program and school needs.
• Conduct school-based observations and provide interventions when clinically appropriate.
• Participate in Child and Family Teams (CFTs), care coordination, and interdisciplinary case consultations.
• Promote active family and school involvement throughout the treatment process.
• Support transition planning and continuity of care for students and families.
• Maintain an assigned caseload and meet applicable productivity expectations.
• Complete accurate and timely clinical documentation in accordance with organizational and regulatory requirements.
• Participate in clinical supervision, required training, staff meetings, and quality improvement initiatives.
• Build collaborative and professional relationships with school administration, school staff, families, and community partners.

Skills

Counseling

Crisis intervention

Collaboration

Trauma-informed care

Education

Master's degree in Counseling, Social Work, Marriage and Family Therapy, Psychology, or related behavioral health field

Job description

Vensure Employer Solutions in Phoenix seeks a School-Based Counselor to provide behavioral health counseling, assessments, crisis intervention, and care coordination within partnered school districts and community settings.

The role emphasizes trauma-informed, culturally responsive, family-centered care, working with students, families, teachers, and community partners to promote emotional wellness and access to care.