Licensed School Counselor; LCSW​/LMHC)

Job Overview – Licensed School Counselor (LCSW/LMHC)

Compensation: $68 – $76/hour

Location:
New York, NY

Atlantic Group is hiring Licensed School Counselors (LCSW/LMHC) in New York, NY to support students in school-based counseling and mental health settings for the upcoming school year.

This role offers flexible placement options across Manhattan, Brooklyn, Queens, the Bronx, and Staten Island based on preference
. You will provide individual and group counseling, support IEP-aligned goals, and help students build the social, emotional, and behavioral skills needed to succeed in the classroom.

Responsibilities as the Licensed School Counselor:

• Counseling Support: Provide individual and group counseling services to students with social, emotional, behavioral, and mental health needs.
• Student Development: Support students with coping skills, emotional regulation, peer relationships, and classroom readiness.
• IEP & Care Coordination: Collaborate with school teams, providers, and families to support IEP goals, intervention plans, and student progress.
• Documentation & Reporting: Maintain accurate counseling notes, progress updates, and required documentation in alignment with school-based requirements.

Qualifications for the Licensed School Counselor:

• Education: Master’s degree in School Counseling, Social Work, Mental Health Counseling, or a related field is required.
• Licensure: Active New York State LCSW or LMHC is required
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• Certification: New York State School Counselor certification is preferred.
• Experience: Prior school-based counseling, student support, behavioral health, or mental health experience is preferred.
• Skills & Attributes: Demonstrates strong communication, documentation, collaboration, and the ability to support students in a structured school environment.