What are the responsibilities and job description for the School-Based Mental Health Clinician position at Synergy Care and Counseling?
We're Hiring: School-Based Mental Health Clinician
Synergy Care and Counseling, PLLC | Garner, NC
Healing the Community One Individual at a Time
At Synergy Care and Counseling, we believe exceptional care begins with exceptional clinicians. We are seeking a compassionate, clinically skilled, and purpose-driven School-Based Mental Health Clinician to join our growing team.
If you are passionate about supporting children, adolescents, and families while working in partnership with schools and communities, we would love to hear from you.
About Synergy Care and Counseling
Located in Garner, Synergy Care and Counseling is a boutique mental health practice committed to providing high-quality, culturally responsive, and evidence-based care. Our work is guided by our core values:
- Integrity – We do what is right, even when no one is watching.
- Boldness – We advocate courageously for our clients and community.
- Excellence – We pursue the highest standards of clinical care.
- Accountability – We take ownership of our actions and outcomes.
- Intentionality – We provide thoughtful, purposeful care.
- Rest – We believe wellness includes sustainable work and self-care.
Position Summary
The School-Based Mental Health Clinician will provide outpatient therapy services within Wake School school settings, helping students navigate emotional, behavioral, social, and academic challenges. The ideal candidate is clinically strong, relationship-focused, organized, and able to collaborate effectively with educators, families, and community partners.
Qualifications
Required
- Master's degree in Counseling, Social Work, Marriage and Family Therapy, or related behavioral health field.
- Active North Carolina license:
- North Carolina Board of Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselors LCMHC or LCMHC-A
- LCSW-A or LCSW
- LMFT-A or LMFT
- Experience working with children and adolescents.
- Strong clinical assessment and documentation skills.
- Reliable transportation for travel to assigned school sites.
Preferred
- Experience providing school-based services.
- Training in CBT, TF-CBT, EMDR, Solution-Focused Therapy, or trauma-informed approaches.
- Experience working with diverse populations and underserved communities.
- Knowledge of educational systems and special education processes.
- Registered in NCTracks
Responsibilities
- Provide individual, family, and group counseling services to students.
- Conduct comprehensive assessments and develop treatment plans.
- Maintain timely and accurate clinical documentation.
- Collaborate with school personnel, caregivers, and community resources.
- Participate in treatment team meetings and case consultations.
- Provide crisis intervention and risk assessments as needed.
- Track client progress and treatment outcomes.
- Maintain compliance with state, federal, and ethical standards.
- Represent Synergy Care and Counseling professionally within school and community settings.
What Makes a Synergy Clinician Different?
Our clinicians are expected to:
✔ Lead with professionalism and compassion.
✔ Build meaningful relationships with students, families, and school partners.
✔ Maintain clinical excellence and ethical integrity.
✔ Be solution-focused and collaborative.
✔ Embrace ongoing learning and professional growth.
✔ Contribute positively to our team culture.
✔ Support our mission of healing individuals, families, and communities.
Compensation & Benefits
- Competitive compensation
- Flexible scheduling opportunities
- Clinical supervision opportunities (when applicable)
- Professional development support
- Collaborative and supportive team environment
- Opportunity to make a lasting impact in local schools and communities
To Apply
Please submit:
- Resume
Email: drmurphy@synergycaresforyou.com
Subject Line: School-Based Mental Health Clinician Application
Join a team where your expertise is valued, your growth is supported, and your work truly changes lives.
Pay: $45.00 - $50.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Flexible schedule
- Professional development assistance
Education:
- Master's (Preferred)
Ability to Commute:
- Garner, NC 27529 (Preferred)
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Garner, NC 27529
Salary : $45 - $50