Job detail
Mental Health Associate
Rivermont Schools
FULL_TIME
Posted 4/24/2026
Location
Lynchburg, Virginia
Core responsibilities
The mental health associate assists students with academics, social skills, and daily living needs while maintaining a structured and supportive environment. They also observe and document student behavior, collaborating with teachers and therapists to implement effective strategies.
Requirements summary
Candidates must have a high school diploma or equivalent and possess basic computer skills including outlook and word. Strong communication, documentation, and interpersonal skills are required to support students with emotional and behavioral challenges.
high schoolCommunicationWordDocumentationAdaptabilityCollaborationOutlookPatienceResilienceBehavioral supportComputer skillsDe-escalation techniquesDaily living assistanceAcademic supportSocial skills trainingHygiene supportCalming strategies
Benefits
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- Paid holidays
- Paid time off
- Tuition reimbursement
- Life insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Health savings account
- Leadership training
- Disability coverage
- Gym discounts
- Career development programs
- 401(k) retirement savings
- Prescription savings
- Paid school breaks
- Mindfulness apps