Job Title: School Based Mental Health Counselor

Work Location: New Kensington, Pennsylvania [School & Community Based]

Employment Type: Full-time (2-3 days a week) 

Salary: $30.00-$32.00 per client hour, Differential rates for administrative work and travel 

Date Posted: April 7, 2026

About the Role

Clarvida is hiring a School‑Based Mental Health Counselor in New Kensington , PA. This part‑time role (2‑3 days/week) offers competitive hourly rates, travel compensation, and opportunities for licensed clinicians to earn more than the non‑licensed scale. As a School‑Based Mental Health Counselor, you will provide individual and family therapy inside schools, maintain timely clinical documentation, ensure compliance with state/local regulations, and travel between school sites or appointment locations—all aligned with Clarvida’s person‑centered, trauma‑informed care model.

Responsibilities

●  Provide individual and family therapy for assigned caseload within Mohawk Area School District (elementary, middle, high school levels)

●  Maintain clinical documentation in a timely and compliant manner

●  Travel to appointment sites, schools, or other required locations as outlined in program requirements

●  Adhere to state and local regulatory requirements pertaining to school‑based mental health services

●  Collaborate with school staff, families, and community partners to support clients

Required Qualifications

●   Master’s degree in Psychology, Social Work, Counseling, or similar clinical field from an accredited institution

●   Verified clinical practicum or internship completed

●  Licensed (LPC, LMFT, or LCSW) in Pennsylvania OR willing to work under non‑licensed rate if license is not held

●  Willingness to travel between school and appointment sites (up to 100% travel possible)

 

Compensation & Benefits

Full-time Employees:

●       Wellness Time

●     Paid Holidays

●     Medical, dental, and vision insurance options

●       DailyPay – access your earnings without waiting for payday*

●       Training, development, and CEUs for licensure

 

All Employees:

●        401(k)

●        Free licensure supervision

●        Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

●        Pet insurance

●        Discounts on shopping, travel, entertainment & more

●        Mileage reimbursement*

 

*Benefits may vary by location

How to Apply

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About Clarvida

Clarvida is a trusted provider of behavioral health services, supporting communities across multiple states. We specialize in integrated, person-centered care and partner with families and local systems to deliver outcome-driven mental health services.

Learn more: www.clarvida.com/mission-vision-and-values

See other opportunities: www.clarvida.com/working-at-clarvida

Equal Opportunity Employer

All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic.

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