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Rivermont Schools
United States · Remote OK

Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC)

Counselor 8.5 Work-LifeFull-Time

Compensation

Pay not disclosed

Employment & setting
Full-Time · remote
Call expectations
Not specified
Weekends
Not specified
Posted 3mo ago

Job description

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 talent@newstory. com.

Key Responsibilities

Provide individual and group therapy services to students with emotional and behavioral challenges. Collaborate with families, educators, and clinical teams to implement PBIS strategies and improve student outcomes.

Requirements

Requires a Master's degree in a relevant field and an active LPC, LCSW, or LMFT license. Candidates must have Mandt certification and clinical experience supporting children and adolescents in educational settings.

Qualifications

Education
Master's degree (postgraduate degree)
Experience
2+ years of experience

Key Skills

Individual TherapyStudent AssessmentBehavioral Health SupportClinical CounselingCrisis InterventionCaregiver EngagementCase Coordination

Counselor Career Context

Of the 50 active Counseling listings this role was benchmarked against, 70% are remote, 24% have no call, 62% require no weekends — this position is remote.

Work-Life Balance Analysis

WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) at Rivermont Schools a 8.5 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as excellent. This places the position in the top 10% in Counseling — ranked against 626 active Counseling listings on WeekdayDoc. Contributing factors include remote work flexibility.

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CME allowance
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Sign-on bonus
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Loan repayment
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About Rivermont Schools

Education
Alexandria, Virginia
51-200 employees

Benefits & Perks

Paid time off
Paid school breaks
Paid holidays
Gym discounts
Mindfulness apps
Prescription savings
Tuition reimbursement
Career development programs