What are the responsibilities and job description for the School Based Intervention Counselor position at The Family Counseling Center?
Join our team to support students' mental health needs in a school-based setting. You'll provide counseling, crisis intervention, and referrals to students in both general and special education, while working closely with families, school staff, and community providers.
Key Responsibilities:
- Provide individual and group counseling to students.
- Offer crisis support and referrals to school and community services.
- Collaborate with parents, staff, and behavioral health professionals.
- Assist in developing and implementing behavior intervention plans.
- Support schoolwide activities, student planning, and policy understanding.
- Maintain timely documentation and participate in staff development.
Requirements:
- Bachelor’s degree in Psychology, Social Work, Human Services, or related field.
- At least 1 year of school-based or behavioral health experience preferred.
- Strong communication, organizational, and tech skills (Microsoft Office, Google, EHR).
- Knowledge of adolescent development, community resources, and ethics.
- Valid NYS driver’s license and ability to pass background checks.
Position Type and Expected Hours of Work:
- Full-time position following the assigned district schedule.
- Expected work hours are 40 hours per week, with a 5-day work schedule during the school year (Sept-June).
- Attendance is required at quarterly agency clinical training, bi-weekly individual or group supervision, and other assigned trainings, which may occur during school breaks.
Travel:
- Minimal travel within the assigned school district and for educational development when necessary.
- Occasional travel to the Agency office in Gloversville, NY, for meetings and employee development as requested.
Why Join Us?
At The Family Counseling Center, we don’t just care for our clients , we care for our team. We believe that supporting our staff is essential to providing exceptional care, which is why we foster a culture rooted in compassion, collaboration, and continued growth.
As a trusted nonprofit 501(c)(3) organization, we are proud to offer a wide spectrum of high-quality mental health and social services, with a strong emphasis on meeting the unique needs of children, families, and individuals across our community. Since our founding in response to the growing need for counseling in Fulton County, we have remained committed to creating a safe, supportive, and inclusive environment where both clients and staff can thrive.
Our team is made up of dedicated professionals driven by a shared mission, to empower people on their path toward emotional well-being and a brighter future. We support this mission with competitive compensation, generous benefits, and meaningful opportunities for personal and professional development.
What We Offer:
- Employer-paid Health Insurance (HDHP)
- Fully Paid Individual Dental and Vision Plans
- Agency-paid Life Insurance (equal to your annual salary)
- Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
- Health Savings Accounts (HSA) with employer contributions
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for mental health and wellness
- Generous Paid Time Off in coordination with the school district calendar
- 401(k) Retirement Plan with employer match program
- Ongoing Training, Education, and Staff Engagement Activities
Join a team that values your well-being as much as the well-being of the individuals we serve. At The Family Counseling Center, your work will truly make a difference, every day
Discover more about our culture and values by visiting https://www.thefamilycounselingcenter.org/why-join-us/
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $20.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
- Vision insurance
Application Question(s):
- How did you find us? (Facebook, LinkedIn, Indeed) or were you referred by one of our amazing staff? If so who?
- Please describe your experience working with children in a school or similar setting. In your response, include specific examples of how you have supported students with behavioral challenges and how you have incorporated social-emotional learning (SEL) principles into your work.
Education:
- Bachelor's (Required)
Ability to Commute:
- Johnstown, NY 12095 (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $20