The Stepping Stones GroupMake a Difference Every DayEmpowering Students, Enriching Futures!School-Based Mental Health Professional | Part-Time | Permanent | Grades 6-12 | Free Weekly Supervision | Multiple Openings | Associate and Licensed Clinicians WelcomeAbout the OpportunityAre you a mental health clinician who wants to see your work make a difference in students' daily lives? The Stepping Stones Group is seeking part-time School-Based Mental Health Professionals to support the emotional well-being and mental health of middle and high school students. You'll help students work through their emotions, overcome challenges, and thrive in school. You'll partner with teachers and parents to understand what's getting in the way of a child's success, and you'll build support for real students facing real challenges. A part-time schedule still gives you the chance to make a lasting difference for students and their school community. This is a permanent, year-round position. Both associate-level and fully licensed clinicians are welcome to apply.Associate-level clinicians, this one's for you. Paying for supervision toward full licensure can cost thousands of dollars. At The Stepping Stones Group, it's included.Pay: $36 -$40 per hourSupervision: Free weekly clinical supervision toward full licensure for associate-level clinicians, at no out-of-pocket costSchedule: Monday-Friday, part-time, 20 hours per week, year-roundSetting: Onsite, school-based, grades 6-12Sites: Support at up to 3 school sitesResources: Access to therapy materials, assessment tools, school computers and printers, and a school email addressStart date: ImmediateEmployment type: W-2, permanentLocation: Shared with candidates during the application processWhat You'll DoProvide individual and group counseling for students in grades 6 through 12, addressing emotional, behavioral, and social challengesRespond with crisis intervention and risk assessments when students need support mostAssess and evaluate students' mental health needsDesign and carry out treatment plans using evidence-based strategies such as CBT, trauma-informed care, and play therapyCollaborate with administrators, school counselors, district office staff, teachers, and parents on support plans that workHelp create a positive school climate where every student feels seen and supportedKeep clinical notes and treatment plans that meet regulatory standards, track student outcomes, and follow FERPA and mandated reporting requirementsStay current with research and best practices in school-based mental healthTravel between school sites as assignedMinimum QualificationsActive license or associate-level license in North Carolina in one of the following: Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor (LCMHC) or Associate (LCMHCA), Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) or Associate (LCSWA), or Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) or Associate (LMFTA)Master's degree in Social Work, Mental Health Counseling, Marriage and Family Therapy, or a related fieldExperience providing individual and group therapyComfort with crisis assessment, treatment planning, and evidence-based modalitiesStrong written and verbal communication skillsAbility to complete required state clearances and background checksReliable transportation for travel between school sitesAuthorization to work in the United StatesYou'll Thrive in This Role If You Are Open To:Working with middle and high school students with a wide range of emotional and mental health needsProviding both individual and group servicesPartnering with school teams, families, and administratorsMoving between multiple school sitesWorking onsite and in personA year-round schedulePreferred QualificationsSchool-based mental health experience (helpful, but not required)Experience with trauma-informed care and crisis responseExperience working with adolescentsExperience collaborating with school teams on student support plansBilingual in Spanish and EnglishCrisis prevention or de-escalation trainingRelated Experience We ValueExperience as a School Counselor, School Social Worker, School-Based Therapist, Mental Health Clinician, Behavioral Health Clinician, Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, or Child and Adolescent Therapist is highly valued.Why Candidates Choose This RoleFree weekly supervision toward full licensure, with consistent, scheduled support as you grow from associate to fully licensedSupervisors who are clinicians first, so you'll never feel lost or unsupportedA permanent, year-round position with no end dateA part-time, predictable Monday-Friday schedule that leaves room for the rest of your lifeHands-on experience in therapy, assessment, and treatment planningColleagues who share your passion for student wellnessWhy You'll Love Working With UsCompetitive payHealth and wellness benefitsMedical, dental, and vision insurance and 401(k) retirement plan for eligible employeesProfessional development and training opportunitiesContinuing education resources, including free CEUs and approved webinarsEmployee referral bonus programSupportive and collaborative clinical leadershipOpportunities for career growth and advancementMeaningful work that directly impacts students and communitiesWhat Makes Someone Successful in This Role?Successful school-based mental health professionals are compassionate, organized, and dependable. They build trust with students quickly, document clearly, collaborate well with school teams, and keep students' wellbeing at the center of every decision.About The Stepping Stones GroupWe believe every child deserves exceptional support to succeed academically, behaviorally, socially, and emotionally. We partner with schools nationwide to provide high-quality educational and behavioral health services, and we give our clinicians the training, resources, and support to do their best work.Ready to make an impact? Apply today. Please share your license type and level, and tell us about a student whose life you've impacted. Know someone great? Refer a colleague and earn a referral bonus.The Stepping Stones Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are connected to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.