School counselor

Job Description

Tree of Life Family Services is seeking a Lead TDT Counselor to oversee the daily operations of the Therapeutic Day Treatment (TDT) program in the school setting. The role focuses on supervision, staff support, documentation compliance, and quality assurance. The Lead TDT Counselor will work closely with TDT counselors to provide guidance, ensure quality service delivery, and support overall program success.

The position offers flexibility; however, candidates must be available to work during school hours, typically between 8:00 AM and 4:00 PM, Monday through Friday.

• Supervise and support TDT counselors in the school setting.
• Provide ongoing guidance related to service delivery and behavioral interventions.
• Conduct regular check‑ins with counselors to support daily operations.
• Promote accountability and consistency in service delivery across the team.
• Review documentation including Pre‑ISPs, ISPs, SRAs, progress notes, and addendums.
• Ensure documentation meets DMAS and DBHDS requirements and reflects medical necessity.
• Conduct TDT assessments as needed to support service initiation and program readiness.
• Monitor due dates and support timely completion of required documentation.
• Maintain internal tracking systems for compliance and support audit readiness.
• Attend school sites as needed to observe services and provide coaching.
• Conduct quality assurance calls with families and coordinate between counselors, families, and school staff.
• Conduct school presentations with school staff and social workers.
• Support onboarding and training of new counselors and provide ongoing feedback.

• Bachelor’s degree in Social Work, Counseling, Psychology, or related field (Master’s preferred).
• Must meet QMHP status per Virginia regulations.
• Experience working with children and adolescents in school settings.
• Experience in the mental health field required.
• Proficiency with clinical documentation, including progress notes and related documentation.
• Strong leadership, organizational, and communication skills.
• Ability to support and guide a team.
• Knowledge of TDT services, DMAS, DBHDS, and Medicaid documentation standards preferred.
• Must successfully complete background and central registry checks.

W-2 hourly position: $30.00 per hour for Residents in Counseling; $25.00 to $28.00 per hour for QMHPs and experienced TDT counselors based on experience.

• 401(k) eligibility
• Paid time off (PTO) based on company policy
• Professional development and training opportunities
• Supportive team environment

Full time: up to 40 hours per week, Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM. Hybrid role: a combination of remote administrative work and in‑school or office support. The position continues through the summer with responsibilities for summer school or the TDT summer program.

Loudoun County, VA. Hybrid remote in Loudoun County, VA.