Licensed Professional Counselor
Rivermont Schools
Licensed Professional Counselor
Rivermont Schools
Educates students needing specialized school support
At Rivermont Schools, we serve students with emotional, behavioral, and developmental challenges through individualized education and therapeutic support. Our values of compassion, collaboration, and growth guide everything we do. Join us in helping students achieve their highest potential.
As a School Counselor at Rivermont School, you will play a vital role in supporting students’ emotional wellness, behavioral growth, and academic success. In this role, you will partner with educators, families, and clinical teams to create a safe, supportive environment where students can thrive. Your work will directly impact students with diverse learning, emotional, and behavioral needs through compassionate care, collaboration, and evidence-based therapeutic support.
What You'll Need
Master's degree in social work, counseling, psychology, or family development
Active LPC, LCSW, or LMFT license or eligibility for licensure
Active Mandt certification
Strong knowledge of child and adolescent development, behavioral health, and therapeutic interventions
Clinical experience supporting children and adolescents in educational or behavioral health settings
What You'll Do
Organize caregiver and family participation activities to strengthen student support and engagement
Provide individual and group therapy services based on student needs and treatment goals
Oversee PBIS planning, facilitate meetings, and provide guidance to classroom staff on behavior support strategies
Collaborate with families, schools, and outside agencies to improve the quality of care and student outcomes
Complete student assessments within thirty days of enrollment and coordinate tele-psychiatry service as needed
Why You’ll Love Working Here
Enjoy both paid time off and extra paid school breaks (for select roles), plus paid holidays
Wellness perks including gym discounts, mindfulness apps, and prescription savings
Tuition reimbursement, career development programs, and leadership training
401(k) retirement savings with a 4% company match and immediate vesting
Health, dental, and vision insurance
Free Employee Assistance Program with confidential counseling, life coaching, and mental health resources
Life insurance, disability coverage, and Health Savings Account (HSA) contributions at no cost to you
Rivermont Schools is an equal opportunity employer, committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy status, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, or status as a protected veteran, or any other characteristic protected by law. If you require reasonable accommodations during the application or interview process, please contact us at [email protected].
Educates students needing specialized school support
Rivermont Schools operates private special education day schools for children and young adults with autism, emotional disabilities and behavioral support needs. School districts refer students and arrange placements through service agreements, while Rivermont develops individualized instruction and coordinates educational, behavioral and therapeutic support. The company also runs specialized classrooms and supervised clinical services inside public schools for districts seeking additional capacity. Teams of teachers, therapists and behavior specialists work with families to track each student's progress and adjust support. Established in 1986, Rivermont is headquartered in Alexandria, Virginia.
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