School Based Counselor

Onyx Therapy Group is a Black Woman, Veteran-Owned mental health company who aims to address mental health issues and disparities in communities. We aim to support and guide the healing process through a range of theoretical orientations and therapeutic interventions with the primary outcomes of awareness, empowerment, grounding, and growth. Our practice serves children, adolescents, adults, families, and the LGBT+ community.

Onyx Therapy Group is looking for a School Based Counselor to work on-site in Washington, DC 20 hours per week.

This is a contract for School year 2023-2024. September 2023-June 2024 with the option to extend.

Ideal Candidate

• Master's Degree in Counseling, Social Work, or Counseling Psychology (Required)
• LPC, LCSW, or LGPC preferred

Responsibilities

• Develop an effective counseling program and provide instruction in the program to students, teachers, and parents.
• Create a safe school environment to improve students' social and emotional well-being.
• Advocate for the needs of all students.
• Review school-based systems that are related to counseling.
• Develop plans for improving student learning and social and emotional wellness.
• Review student records and evaluate a student's records for strengths, needs, and areas for improvement.
• Work as part of a team.
• Work directly with Onyx Clinical Directors/Staff
• Must attend weekly clinical supervision with Onyx Directors.
• Job Type: Contract
• Salary: $40.00-$50.00 per hour
• Schedule:
• 4-hour shift
• 8-hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Job Type: Contract

Pay: $40.00 - $50.00 per hour

Work Location: In person