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Counseling in Schools
New York City, New York

Bilingual Mental Health Counselors (SW, LCAT, MHC...etc)

Counselor / TherapistFull-Time

Listed compensation

$57k-$65k

The week · per this posting · weekdays assumed

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Posted 1mo ago

Job Description

Counseling In Schools (CIS) is a dynamic community-based organization founded in 1986 with a mission to promote the emotional and social growth of children so that they can thrive in school and succeed in life.

For Counseling In Schools has created and fostered relationships with local schools, shelters, and communities to enable New York City’s children to thrive – academically, socially, and emotionally.

Our expert team includes licensed mental health and youth development professionals who fully integrate into the community, providing programs that equip children, families, teachers, and administrators with the right tools for preventing and coping with the challenges they face.

We envision and work toward a bright future, full of possibilities, where each child can flourish and reach their full potential.

Counseling in Schools (CIS) is seeking applicants for a Bilingual Spanish-speaking Master's Level Social Worker, Art Therapist or Mental Health Counselor (LMSW/ LCSW/LMHC) for New York City public schools. (Elementary, Middle School, and High School).

Applicants will have a Master's Degree in one of the following: Creative Arts Therapy, Social Worker, Mental Health Counseling or related Masters Degree. CIS is currently interviewing for full-time positions for multiple locations throughout the 5 boroughs.

CIS provides regular clinical supervision, professional development, and hours toward licensure to it's staff. Applicants should reference in their cover letter: their preference(s) for elementary, middle or a high school program, and in which borough(s) they will work and identify languages spoken other than English.

Key Responsibilities

Bilingual in Spanish - ability to conduct sessions and outreach in Spanish.

New grads encouraged to apply. Clinical supervision and hours toward licensure are available.

  • Experience and familiarity with clinical documentation (records are both written and digital)
  • Professional written and verbal communication skills
  • Strong organization, time management and multi-tasking abilities
  • Self-starter, takes initiative, motivated
  • Works collaboratively in a team-based setting

Experience in School-based Programs Preferred

Experience in crisis intervention and de-escalation preferred.

Job Qualifications

Master's Degree in one of the following: Creative Arts Therapy, Social Worker, Mental Health Counseling or related Master’s Degree

Bilingual in Spanish

Requirements

This position is full-time and in-person in Brooklyn, NY

Benefits & Paid Time Off

Paid Time Off (PTO)

15 plus days of PTO plus paid holidays which allows you to recharge and return to work refreshed and motivated.

Health Care Coverage

We understand the importance of your health and well-being. As part of our commitment, we provide a fully company-sponsored plan as well as other options for comprehensive healthcare coverage that includes medical, dental, and vision benefits, ensuring that you and your family have access to quality healthcare when needed.

Transit Check Program

To make your daily commute more convenient and cost-effective, we provide a transit check program that allows you to cover transportation expenses using pre-tax dollars. This benefit contributes to a greener and more efficient commute.

401(k) Plan:

Planning for your future is essential. Our 401(k) plan enables you to save for retirement while benefiting from company contributions, ensuring financial security in your later years.

Life Insurance

Your peace of mind is paramount. We offer life insurance coverage to provide financial support for your loved ones in the event of unforeseen circumstances, demonstrating our commitment to your family's well-being.

Referral Bonuses: We all have friends in our field of work. Refer a friend or colleague to work at CIS and receive a bonus once they join our team!

**Benefits are subject to change.

Compensation: Salary is 57 - 65K; position reports to the school from September through June, following NYC DOE calendar

Qualifications

Education
Master's degree (postgraduate degree)

Key Skills

Team Collaboration

Clinical Psychology — Counselor Career Context

The cost-of-living index for New York is 107.9 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$61k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $57k in an average-cost state. 64.6% of New York clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

Of the 50 active Clinical Psychology listings this role was benchmarked against, 46% are remote, 36% have no call, 66% require no weekends.

What does the Clinical Psychology market look like in New York?
MeasureThis jobMarket
Listed pay$57k–$65kClinical Psychology median $73k (middle half $67k–$84k)37 comparable listings, Nov 2026
Cost-of-living adjusted pay~$57k in purchasing powerNew York index 107.9 (US = 100)BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)
Clinical Psychology listings in New York36 active343 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026
Work settingon-sitepeers: 46% remote · 36% no call · 66% no weekends50 benchmarked listings
Sign-on & loan repaymentnot statedNew York counselor listings (all specialties): 10% state a sign-on bonus (median $5k) · 11% offer loan repayment791 active listings, Nov 2026
New Clinical Psychology listings189 in the last 30 days102 the 30 days before (+85%)U.S., first seen on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026
Clinical Psychology pay trend+2.7% vs prior quarter—through Oct 2026
Sources: WeekdayDoc live listing index, BEA Regional Price Parities (2024); as of Nov 2026. Same values as the Weekday Verdict and Market Insights on this page.

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Salary Distribution

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Annual compensation range

Benefits & Perks

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401k / retirement match
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Sign-on bonus
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CME allowance
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PSLF eligible
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Loan repayment
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Work-life snapshot

median 6.7this job 3.0
Better work-life than 10% of Clinical Psychology (Counseling) listings

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 343 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

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About Counseling in Schools

Mental Health Care
New York, NY
201-500 employees

Benefits & Perks

15+ days PTO plus paid holidays
Fully company-sponsored health plan
Dental and vision benefits
Transit Check Program
401(k) plan with company contributions
Life Insurance
Referral Bonuses
Clinical supervision and hours toward licensure

Living in New York

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$875k≈ 15.4× annual pay
Typical market rent
$4,089/mo≈ 86% of gross pay
Residents’ average commute
40 min
State income tax
Up to 10.9%
Sources & methodology

Sources: Zillow home values (Sep 2026), Zillow market rents (Sep 2026), U.S. Census ACS 2024 five-year.

Ratios use this listing’s gross annual pay. Not a cost-of-living guarantee.