The clinician provides individual and group counseling, crisis support, and social-emotional learning to students at a high school. They are also responsible for managing a caseload, conducting outreach to families, and completing clinical documentation for billing.
Requirements summary
Candidates must have an advanced degree in mental health or counseling and 1-3 years of experience working with youth and families. A professional license is strongly preferred, and bilingual skills in Spanish are considered a plus.
The Part-Time School-Based Clinician works at the Cobble Hill School of American Studies High School in Brooklyn NY. The position is responsible for the delivery of age-relevant program activities and direct services, outreach, and paperwork for billing and clinical purposes. The School-Based Clinician will report to the Site Manager and/or Clinical Program Manager.
The School-Based Clinician position is a part-time position, 3-4 days a week supervised by the Site Manager. The salary is $27.84-$31.25.
How You'll Be Making a Difference
Responsible for a caseload of students, including maintaining attendance and educational progress, providing students and families with continuous feedback and resources to meet the needs and ensure academic success
Provides individual and group counseling to students on a weekly basis
Supports and co-facilitates classroom sessions – Advisory, Side by Side, and/or SEL curriculum
Provides outreach to students and their families, including phone calls, written correspondence, and home visits
Facilitates communication between students, families, and school staff
Provides crisis counseling, conflict mediation and social-emotional support
Completes screenings, assessments, treatment plans, progress notes, and provides referrals
Facilitates use of evaluation tools for school-based services
Timely completion of required documentation for clinical and billing purposes (EMR Dr. Cloud)
Participates in staff meetings and staff development opportunities
Collaborates on transdisciplinary team of Wediko and school staff to create individualized plans to support student progress
Participates in PBIS and other multi-tiered systems of supports in the school
Occasional evening and weekend hours required (occasional school events, college visits, etc.)
Supports the facilitation of professional development workshops for school staff
Cultivates and maintains effective relationships with school staff and other school-based partners
Represents The Home for Little Wanderers in the field via participation or presentations at panels, conferences, meetings, etc.
Supports the implementation of the Community School Model
Minimum Requirements
Advanced degree in mental health/counseling (e.g., MSW, M.S. Ed in Counseling, MFT, etc.)
Licensed professional strongly preferred
Clinical supervision and client contact hours towards independent licensure
1-3 years’ experience working within or managing programs serving youth and families
Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
Ability to approach challenges in a supportive and creative manner
Excellent organizational and prioritization skills
Flexible schedule and willingness to work school hours as well as some weekends/evenings in support of school events
Bilingual Spanish a plus
Valuing Diversity
We are committed to excellence in diversity, equity, and inclusion, while simultaneously creating a culture that supports those values. We believe the differences we bring enhance our ability to provide exceptional service and care to diverse children, families, and communities. Moreover, diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging align with our values and our mission to help vulnerable children and their families build permanent, positive change.
Market context
School-based clinician roles remain in demand
In New York, school-based clinician roles are often driven by ongoing student mental health needs and the need for support during the school day. These positions can be competitive because employers commonly look for an advanced degree, youth and family experience, and a professional license; bilingual Spanish skills can strengthen an application. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits on this platform to save time, then tailor your resume to highlight school-based experience and licensure status.
