Mental Health Counselor - School Based

********* Our organization is actively recruiting and providing a $3,000 hiring bonus to new employees who successfully complete 6 months of employment. *********

We seek individuals who can align with our mission as visionary leaders in the field of children’s services. Our goal is to enhance the well-being and self-sufficiency of children and their families while strengthening our communities through prevention, intervention, and advocacy.

WHO You'll be Working For:

Pinebrook Family Answers is a large nonprofit agency and a leader in behavioral health services throughout northeast PA. Pinebrook has been named one of Lehigh Valley’s Best Places to work and is one of the only certified Trauma-Informed Agencies in the area. At Pinebrook Family Answers, you will find meaningful work and a deep commitment to the well-being of our clients, staff, and communities.

WHY You’ll Love Working With Us:

• Trauma-Informed Approach: At Pinebrook Family Answers, we prioritize the emotional, physical, and cultural safety of our staff. Our agency is committed to providing a trauma-informed environment where trustworthiness, choice, collaboration, and empowerment are central.
• Work-Life Balance: We value staff wellness and strive to maintain a healthy work-life balance. Expect flexibility, supportive colleagues, and manageable caseloads. Our agency also promotes mindfulness initiatives, and you’ll receive consistent, strengths-based supervision.
• Generous Benefits Package: As part of our team, you’ll enjoy a comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance, a 401(b) with matching, paid holidays, vacation and sick time, wellness days, and additional time off for school holidays, snow days, and in-service days. Plus, during the summer, we offer a four-day work week.
• Investing in Your Professional Growth: We care about your professional future. Pinebrook provides opportunities for advancement, unique experiences, and specialized training to enhance your professional repertoire.
• Be an Agent of Change: Join us in making a difference! Pinebrook staff can actively participate in meaningful agency and systems change through our Trauma-Informed Care Committee (T.I.K.I.), our Inclusion, Diversity, Equity, and Allyship Initiative (I.D.E.A.), and other advocacy events and fundraisers. Your voice matters!

WHAT You'll do as a School Based Therapist:

• Under the supervision of the Director of Integrated Behavioral Health Services, the incumbent of this position will provide trauma-informed behavioral health services in a designated community school to students identified by the school as needing Tier 2 and Tier 3 interventions.
• This position works in one or more schools and may change locations as program contracts are updated.
• Services include individual therapy, small group sessions and family therapy with families of students exposed to trauma. Anticipated minimum student caseload is 40-60 students.
• The incumbent will be expected to provide monthly or quarterly professional development offerings on trauma informed practices for school staff (such as at monthly faculty meetings or staff in service days).
• Works cooperatively with school administration, nursing and guidance staff to develop positive relationships, foster collaboration, and ensure a smooth referral process.
• Provide various therapy models including Trauma Focused CBT, Motivational Interviewing, Person Centered Therapy and others.
• Professional development is supported and encouraged through trainings, conferences, workshops and related educational programs.
• Maintains student information in the agency electronic health record.

Qualifications:

• Bilingual Skills: Strong proficiency in both English and Spanish is highly preferred.
• Educational Requirement: A master’s degree or higher in psychology, clinical social work, counseling, or a related discipline from an accredited college or university.
• Licensing: Must hold a valid license as an LCSW (Licensed Clinical Social Worker) or LPC (Licensed Professional Counselor).
• Cultural Competence: Demonstrated sensitivity to the diversity and culture of the defined-service population.

Thank you for your interest! We look forward to hearing from you soon!

**Pinebrook Family Answers is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a proud supporter of the LGBTQIA community. The agency has a strong Non-Discrimination policy which can be found on our website.**

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $47,000.00 - $52,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Flexible schedule
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Supplemental pay types:

• Signing bonus

Application Question(s):

• Do you have a master’s degree or higher in psychology, clinical social work, counseling or a related discipline?
• Do you have an LCSW or LPC ?

Education:

• Master's (Required)

Work Location: In person