School Based Clinician

School Based Clinician - Easthampton, MA Requisition ID: 1066 Salary Range: $35.00 to $51.00 Hourly Join our team here at River Valley Counseling Center, Inc.! We are hiring School Based Clinicians ! About our School-Based Program As one of the largest providers of school-based therapy in our region, River Valley Counseling Center partners with 11 school districts in Hampshire and Hampden Counties to provide outpatient therapy and mental health care for children and adolescents. We are looking to add clinicians to our school-based team! Our team works diligently to create a culture where our top-notch clinicians thrive. Check out our extensive benefit package below to see how much we value our employees, and how we plan to keep you working with us. Position Summary: The School-Based Clinician at River Valley Counseling Center provides trauma-informed mental health assessment and treatment to individuals at schools serviced by RVCC. This role includes developing and adjusting treatment plans, maintaining accurate clinical documentation, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams, and ensuring compliance with regulatory standards. The clinician promotes culturally responsive, strengths-based care while supporting clients through crisis intervention, community referrals, and ongoing therapeutic support. Key Responsibilities: Conduct clinical assessments, diagnose mental health disorders, and develop personalized treatment plans for clients. Provide on-going therapy to individuals, families and/or couples, adjusting treatment plans as necessary and conducting on-going assessments of progress. Utilize strength-based, trauma-informed, resilience-building communication strategies in interactions with clients and families. Exercise cultural humility and respect at all times. Maintain client confidentiality, rights, and records in accordance with HIPAA regulations. Document all clinical work accurately and maintain client records according to established RVCC and regulatory standards and procedures. Develop and maintain working knowledge of community services and resources for clients. Coordinate any necessary referrals, outreach, advocacy, or case consultation as appropriate to meet client needs. Report abuse or neglect of a child, elder, or disabled person in accordance with Massachusetts law for mandated reporters. Participate in client care and multidisciplinary team conferences when indicated. Facilitate family consults and/or sessions when clinically indicated for minor clients Qualifications: Required: Education Level - Master's degree in human services, counseling, clinical psychology or social work Skills/Abilities - Excellent Verbal And Written Communication Skills, interpersonal skills, crisis intervention skills, organization skills, attention to detail, computer skills, good customer relation skills, knowledge of legal & ethical issues pertaining to their profession Preferred: Years of Experience - 3 years preferred; However, new grads are welcome to apply! Licensing - LMHC, LMFT, LCSW or LICSW in the state of MA Bilingual (English/Spanish) Pay: RVCC offers two types of pay structures! Our Fee For Service Structure allows our part time & full time clinicians to create their own schedule allowing amazing flexibility while also earning paid sick time! Our Salary Plus structure offers a base salary for full time clinicians with the opportunity to earn extra money while receiving amazing time off benefits such as vacation, holiday, personal and sick time! Salary Range: Fee For Service - $35 - $51 per billable hour Salary Plus - $52,000 - $60,000 base annual salary Hiring Bonus: Up to $2,500 for Master Level, Unlicensed Clinicians Up to $3,500 for LCSW Up to $4,000 for Independently Licensed Clinicians (LMHC, LMFT, LICSW, Lic. Psychologist) #J-18808-Ljbffr RIVER VALLEY COUNSELING CENTER, INC