Therapeutic Counselor

Majority Women Employee-Owned. Empowered by Everyone to Transform Lives.

Overview The Richardson School is seeking a Therapeutic Counselor to provide a comprehensive, school-based counseling program that is preventative in design, developmental in implementation, and aligned with the school’s Equitable Multi-Level System of Supports (EMLSS). This role supports students in academic achievement, transition planning, and personal and social development while promoting trauma-responsive practices and proactive behavior prevention.

This position functions as a core member of an interdisciplinary therapeutic team and serves as a subject matter expert to educators, families, and community partners.

Position Requirement This role supports two school locations (Appleton and Sheboygan). Candidates must be able to travel between sites and be physically present at each location as needed to fulfill job responsibilities.

Key Responsibilities Program Development and Management Develop, implement, and manage a comprehensive counseling program across all EMLSS tiers

Use data to inform programming and evaluate impact on academic and therapeutic outcomes

Collect and analyze counseling and social-emotional learning (SEL) data to support progress monitoring and tiered decision-making

Collaborate with leadership and BCBAs to align counseling interventions with behavior support plans and prevention strategies

Individual Student Planning Support student transitions, including return to district, vocational planning, and graduation

Coordinate programs such as career fairs

Assist students with academic, workplace, and community experiences

System Support Support implementation of PBIS and EMLSS initiatives

Collaborate with educators, students, families, and community partners

Serve as liaison between social service agencies and school staff

Provide consultation to staff regarding student behavior and data Deliver training on therapeutic approaches and counseling-related topics

Qualifications

Master’s Degree in school counseling, school psychology, school social work, mental health counseling, clinical psychology, or related field

Meets DPI certification requirements and maintains valid professional certification

Experience working with students with disabilities, including IEPsExperience with EMLSS, PBIS, or multi-tiered systems of support

Additional Requirements Valid driver’s license

Acceptable driving record

Ability to travel between locations as required for job duties

Additional Information My Path  and its Operating Companies provide specialized services and dignified care for children, adolescents and adults with special needs. Our companies provide a spectrum of services and support which promote the ability of those we serve to live as independently as possible in the community.

MyPath is composed of a beautifully diverse spectrum of employees with different characteristics, abilities, and life experiences. We believe that equitable, diverse, and inclusive practices in our work spaces are integral to the existence of MyPath. We value our diverse spectrum of Owners, the individuals we serve and the communities we encounter.

Our success as an organization is directly proportional to our ability to create belonging and genuinely engage our Owners and potential Owners. We ask for demographic information so that we can be intentional in supporting our Owners best. Although not required, we would appreciate you sharing to help our commitment of cultivating a diverse, equitable, inclusive, and belonging MyPath.

Our Culture At MyPath, we support an ownership culture throughout the organization. Our culture is based on our five beliefs and behaviors:

Passion Accountability Teamwork Openness Continuous  Learning and Innovation As an employee owner, you can expect transparency, respect and appreciation. You’ll impact the place you work and map a career within MyPath. With your passion and our breadth of services, your options are nearly limitless!

MyPath is proudly Majority Women Employee-Owned, with women leading at every level from the frontline to the boardroom. Our strength comes from all of us. Every Owner, regardless of gender, plays a vital role in shaping our culture, driving our mission, and building a workplace where opportunity and ownership are shared by all.

MyPath is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE) committed to fostering a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace. We embrace the unique characteristics, abilities, and life experiences of our employees and believe that equitable and inclusive practices are essential to our success. We value the diversity of our Owners, the individuals we serve, and the communities we engage with.
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