School Based Clinician

School-Based Clinician

Join our team as a School-Based Clinician for Hampden & Hampshire Counties! Are you passionate about helping children and adolescents thrive? Do you want to make a difference in the lives of students while working in a supportive, flexible environment? River Valley Counseling Center (RVCC) is hiring School-Based Clinicians, and we want you to be a part of our dynamic team!

About RVCC

River Valley Counseling Center, Inc's mission is to improve the health of all people in our community. We do that with honesty, respect, and dignity for our clients, visitors, and staff. We provide expert and compassionate care, education, community partnerships, foster innovation, and inspire hope in all we touch. We are committed to being good stewards of our resources and providing efficient and cost-effective care for all.

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.

Your Role

As a School-Based Clinician, you will be an essential part of a dedicated team, providing mental health services to students directly in their schools. Your role will include:

• Conducting clinical assessments, diagnosing mental health disorders, and developing personalized treatment plans
• Providing ongoing therapy to clients, adjusting treatment plans as necessary
• Utilizing strength-based, trauma-informed, and resilience-building strategies when working with clients
• Exercising cultural humility and respect in all interactions with students, families, and school staff
• Maintaining client confidentiality in accordance with HIPAA and legal regulations
• Coordinating referrals, advocacy, and case consultations as necessary
• Reporting abuse or neglect in accordance with Massachusetts law
• Participating in multidisciplinary team conferences and collaborating with school personnel to ensure student success
• Facilitating family consults and/or sessions for minor clients when clinically indicated

What We're Looking For

We are seeking compassionate, motivated clinicians who are excited about working in a school-based setting and supporting the mental health of children and families. Our ideal candidate will have:

• A Master's degree in human services, counseling, clinical psychology, social work, or a related field
• 3 years of experience as a clinician preferred, but new graduates are welcome to apply
• Strong verbal and written communication, crisis intervention, and organizational skills
• The ability to build positive relationships and collaborate effectively with families, school staff, and other professionals
• Knowledge of legal and ethical standards in the mental health field
• Bilingual (Spanish/English) skills are a plus, but not required

Flexible Pay Structures to Fit Your Needs

• Fee-for-Service Structure: Enjoy the flexibility to create your own schedule while earning paid sick time. Perfect for part-time and full-time clinicians!
• Salary Plus Structure: Receive a base salary with the opportunity to earn extra income while enjoying generous time-off benefits.

Hiring Bonuses

We offer competitive hiring bonuses to welcome you to our team:

• Up to $2,500 for Master's Level, Unlicensed Clinicians
• Up to $3,500 for LCSWs
• Up to $4,000 for Independently Licensed Clinicians (LMHC, LMFT, LICSW, Lic. Psychologist)
• An additional $2,000 for bilingual clinicians
• Up to $10,000 in retention bonuses for eligible clinical roles
• Relocation Assistance offered for candidates moving from Puerto Rico to Massachusetts

Benefits

At RVCC, we take care of our employees and offer a comprehensive benefits package, including:

• Generous time off benefits for eligible positions
• Affordable and comprehensive health, vision, dental, and pet insurance
• Mileage reimbursement
• 403b match
• CEU reimbursement
• Tuition reimbursement

Why RVCC?

When you join RVCC, you become part of a mission-driven organization that values your expertise, compassion, and work-life balance. We are committed to supporting your professional growth and providing you with the tools you need to succeed while offering you an outstanding benefits package.

Ready to make a difference? If you're eager to work in a school-based setting, making a lasting impact on the mental health of students, and want to thrive in a supportive environment, RVCC is the place for you. Apply now to join our dedicated team of clinicians!

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: From $50,000.00 per year

Schedule:

• Choose your own hours
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday

Supplemental Pay:

• Bonus opportunities
• Signing bonus

Education:

• Master's (Preferred)

Work Location: In person