School Based Clinician or Therapist

Benefits

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Company parties
• Competitive salary
• Dental insurance
• Employee discounts
• Health insurance
• Opportunity for advancement
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Training & development
• Tuition assistance
• Vision insurance
• Wellness resources
• School-Based Behavioral Health Clinician LGSW / LGPC
• Strengthen Your Clinical Skills While Making a Meaningful Impact

At Paving the Way MSI, you will do more than provide therapy—you will develop as a clinician while helping children, adolescents, and families navigate some of life's most challenging experiences. As a Full-Time Licensed Graduate Social Worker (LGSW) or Licensed Graduate Professional Counselor (LGPC), you will be embedded within a school and become part of their community, providing prevention, early intervention, and therapeutic services year round that support student success both inside and outside the classroom.

Many of the youth and families we serve have experienced trauma, chronic stress, anxiety, depression, behavioral challenges, grief, family conflict, and other barriers that affect their well-being. Through this work, you will gain valuable experience working with diverse populations while receiving ongoing support, clinical supervision, and mentorship from experienced clinical leaders.

Whether you are newly licensed or working toward independent licensure, this role provides the opportunity to build confidence, strengthen your clinical skills, and gain experience that will support your long-term professional growth.

Why Clinicians Choose PTWMSI

• Extensive Hands-On Clinical Experience
• Free Clinical Supervision Toward Independent Licensure
• We Handle Insurance Credentialing So You Can Focus on Client Care
• Access to AI-Powered Documentation Tools to Reduce Administrative Burden
• Professional Development and Continuing Education Opportunities
• Exposure to Trauma-Informed Care and Diverse Clinical Presentations
• Collaborative Environment with Licensed Clinical Supervisors, Psychiatrists, PMHNPs, and Behavioral Health Professionals
• Opportunity to Build Experience with Children, Adolescents, Families, and School-Based Behavioral Health

Health & Wellness Benefits

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance with Employer Contributions
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for Counseling, Financial, and Legal Support
• Employer-Paid Life Insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts (Medical and Dependent Care FSA)
• Health Savings Account (HSA) Options

Financial Benefits

• Competitive Salary
• 401(k) Retirement Plan with Employer Match
• Eligibility for HRSA Student Loan Repayment Programs (Position Dependent)

Time Away From Work

• Strong focus on Work-Life balance
• Generous Paid Time Off

Recognition & Workplace Culture

• Motivosity Recognition & Rewards Program
• Lifestyle Spending Account (LSA)
• Mission-Driven, Supportive Team Environment

What You'll Do

As a School-Based Behavioral Health Clinician, you will serve as the primary behavioral health provider within an assigned school community. You will provide individual, group, and school-wide behavioral health services using a public health approach that promotes student wellness and academic success.

• Provide individual, group, and school-wide behavioral health services year round in the school
• Facilitate workshops, classroom presentations, prevention activities, and wellness initiatives
• Support students experiencing trauma, anxiety, depression, behavioral challenges, and family stressors
• Build meaningful relationships with students, families, teachers, and school administrators
• Coordinate care with families, school personnel, and community partners
• Maintain timely clinical documentation, assessments, and treatment plans
• Participate in multidisciplinary treatment planning and consultation

Required Qualifications

• Master's Degree in Social Work, Counseling, or a related behavioral health field
• Active or Pending DC LGSW or LGPC license

Preferred Qualifications

• 1–3 years of behavioral health experience
• Experience working with children, adolescents, and families
• Experience in school-based, outpatient, community-based, or behavioral health settings
• Experience supporting individuals impacted by trauma, anxiety, depression, behavioral challenges, or family stressors