Counselor

Company: Rivermont Schools
Location: Hampton
Posted on: April 19, 2025

Job Description:

Job Title: Counselor
Location: Hampton, VA 23666
Employment Type: Full-Time (Monday to Friday)
Salary: Based on education and experience

Join Rivermont Schools in Virginia, where we provide therapeutic education for students ages 2-22 with autism, behavioral challenges, and unique learning needs. With a 35-year legacy, our accredited programs help students develop emotional and behavioral skills, empowering them to reach milestones and prepare for a return to their home schools.

Why Join Us?

• Salary- Based on education and experience.
• Weekday Schedule - Work Monday through Friday with a consistent school-based schedule, no nights or weekends required.
• Paid School Breaks & Time Off - Enjoy paid school breaks, holidays, and personal time off, ensuring time to recharge and reset.
• Comprehensive Benefits - Access health, dental, and vision insurance, plus employer-paid short-term disability, life insurance, and flexible spending accounts (FSA/HSA).
• Financial Perks - Benefit from a 401(k)-retirement plan with up to 4% company match, plus employer-paid HSA contributions and life & disability insurance.
• Professional Development - Advance your career with tuition reimbursement, mentorship programs, leadership training, and pathways to grow into teaching or behavioral health roles.
• Supportive Team - Collaborate with educators, specialists, and therapists in a positive, inclusive environment with annual awards, Teammate Appreciation Week, and team-building events.
• Make an Impact - Help students with special needs build life skills, confidence, and independence in a supportive school environment. Your Role as a Counselor
  • Therapeutic Counseling - Lead individual and group counseling sessions using positive, evidence-based therapeutic techniques to support student growth.
  • Individualized Planning - Develop and implement personalized IEP goals and behavior/treatment plans tailored to each student's needs.
  • Confidentiality Compliance - Uphold strict student confidentiality in alignment with agency policy, FERPA/HIPAA regulations, and professional ethics.
  • Staff Collaboration - Foster strong, confidential therapeutic relationships between staff and students while offering recommendations for improvement.
  • Progress Documentation - Maintain daily service logs aligned with IEP goals and ensure timely completion of required reports.
  • Consistent Routine - Work a steady weekday schedule aligned with the school calendar-no nights or weekends required. Required Qualifications:
    • Bachelor's degree in related field from an accredited institution.
    • Proven experience as a Counselor, Therapist or Social Worker.
    • Licensed in Counseling, Social Work or Therapy
    • Strong communication skills for effectively engaging with students, parents, and staff.
    • Collaborative mindset and ability to work well within a multidisciplinary team.
    • Passion for Special Education, demonstrated by patience, empathy, and a genuine desire to help students with special needs succeed. Ready to Make an Impact? Apply Today!
      
      At Rivermont Schools, we are committed to diversity, inclusion, and creating a supportive, drug-free workplace. We welcome candidates from all backgrounds to apply. Join our team and help shape a brighter future for students with special needs!
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