Long Term Substitute Mental Health Counselor | Golden Brook School | 2026-2027 School Year | ID #165

Long Term Substitute Mental Health Counselor | Golden Brook School | 2026-2027 School Year | ID #165 Windham School District Golden Brook School - Windham, New Hampshire. Open in Google Maps Job Details Job ID: 5787240 Application Deadline: Dec 31, 2026 11:59 PM (Eastern Standard Time) Posted: Jun 17, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC) Starting Date: Aug 31, 2026 Job Description LTS Mental Health Counselor, Windham SAU #95 Windham, NH 2026-2027 School Year Job Summary: Windham School District is seeking an elementary school Mental Health Counselor to provide comprehensive, school-based mental health services to support students’ social, emotional, and behavioral well‑being and promote their ability to engage successfully in the educational environment. This position will run from August 31, 2026 until October 19, 2026. The counselor collaborates with students, families, school staff, and community providers to assess needs, deliver counseling services, respond to crises, and develop and implement interventions that support student success. Preference will be given to candidates with experience in a school setting. Essential Duties and Responsibilities Provide individual and small-group counseling to support students’ social, emotional, and behavioral needs. Conduct confidential, face‑to‑face counseling sessions to help students develop self‑awareness, coping strategies, decision‑making skills, and conflict resolution skills. Conduct student safety and risk assessments independently and make appropriate clinical recommendations. Provide crisis counseling and intervention for students experiencing acute emotional or behavioral challenges. Collaborate with parents/guardians, families, and outside providers to support students’ overall well‑being. Develop and implement intervention plans in collaboration with school staff and community partners to increase student engagement and success in school. Participate in the special education process, including: Developing counseling goals for Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) Monitoring and documenting student progress Maintaining counseling documentation in compliance with district, state, and Medicaid billing requirements Attending and contributing to IEP meetings Ensure compliance with New Hampshire Special Education laws, regulations, and district procedures. Complete Medicaid billing documentation accurately and in a timely manner, in accordance with district and state requirements. Refer students and families to appropriate community‑based mental health services as needed. Support the implementation of the school’s Multi‑Tiered System of Supports (MTSS), including participation in problem‑solving teams and use of trauma‑informed practices. Collaborate with school staff to develop and maintain appropriate in‑school supports for students. Provide classroom guidance lessons, as appropriate. Maintain accurate, timely, and confidential documentation in accordance with legal, ethical, and district standards. Adhere to professional ethical standards and confidentiality requirements. Qualifications Master’s Degree in Social Work, Mental Health Counseling, or a closely related field. Current New Hampshire licensure required: Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor (LCMHC/LMHC) Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker (LICSW) or equivalent clinical mental health license recognized by the State of New Hampshire. Experience working with adolescents in a school setting strongly preferred. Knowledge of and experience with the New Hampshire Special Education process and multidisciplinary team collaboration. Experience with Medicaid billing in a school setting preferred. Demonstrated skills in organization, communication, and collaboration. Experience with trauma‑informed practices and crisis response preferred. Salary and Benefits Daily Rate 245.04 – Non benefits eligible Dissemination of Notice The District does not discriminate on the basis of sex and prohibits sex discrimination in any education program or activity that it operates, as required by Title IX, including in admission and employment. Application Procedure All applicants must apply using the district's online application system at Windham School District Administrative Unit 95. Position Type: Substitute Job Categories: Substitute > Substitute Job Requirements At least 3 year(s) of relevant experience preferred. Master degree preferred. Citizenship, residency or work visa required. Contact Information Catherine Hennigar 64 London Bridge Road Windham, New Hampshire 03087 Phone: View phone number on click.appcast.io Email: View email address on click.appcast.io #J-18808-Ljbffr Young World Physical Education