Part time Mental Health Counselor - New York
14 hours ago
Job description
Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) | Manhattan, NY | Part-Time School Day
Overview/Impact
Are you a dedicated Mental Health Counselor passionate about supporting the mental health and academic achievement of students in Manhattan?
Knowledge Road is seeking a part-time Mental Health Counselor to join our team and provide critical psychological services to students in NYC Department of Education (DOE) schools. With an unprecedented need for mental health support in schools and a significant shortage of qualified professionals, your skills are urgently needed to help students navigate complex emotional and behavioral challenges. This is an opportunity to make a meaningful impact on the lives of children and adolescents through evidence-based psychological interventions.
As a Mental Health Counselor with Knowledge Road, you will have the autonomy to deliver individualized interventions, working collaboratively with school teams and families to support student mental health and academic achievement.
Responsibilities
As a Mental Health Counselor with Knowledge Road, you will:
Provide direct, high-quality individual and group counseling services to students, as mandated by their Individualized Education Service Programs/Individualized Education Programs (IESP/IEP).
Address a comprehensive range of social, emotional, and behavioral concerns, including anxiety, depression, trauma, ADHD, autism spectrum disorders, and complex psychological conditions.
Conduct psychological assessments and evaluations to inform treatment planning and educational recommendations.
Develop and implement evidence-based treatment plans utilizing various therapeutic modalities tailored to the unique developmental and cultural needs of each student.
Collaborate closely with parents, teachers, school administrators, and other mental health professionals to create a holistic and supportive learning environment.
Maintain meticulous and timely documentation of all services, progress, and outcomes in accordance with DOE regulations, HIPAA requirements, and Knowledge Road standards.
Actively participate in IESP/IEP meetings, offering expert psychological insights and recommendations to promote student progress and educational planning.
Qualifications
NYS license as a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC).
Master's degree in Mental Health Counseling, Clinical Psychology, or related field.
Minimum of 2 years of experience providing psychological services for children and adolescents.
Proficiency with electronic documentation systems and teletherapy platforms.
NYC DOE fingerprinting and vendor status required or willingness to obtain before start date.
Preferred Qualifications:
Experience in a school-based setting or educational environment.
Specialized training in child and adolescent therapy modalities (e.g., CBT, DBT, play therapy, family therapy).
Experience with psychological assessment and testing.
Bilingual proficiency in Spanish, Mandarin, or other languages prevalent in Brooklyn schools.
Current Openings
We are currently hiring candidates for part-time Mental Health Counselor positions in Manhattan.
Schedule & Location:
This is a part-time, school-day position with a schedule that follows the NYC DOE calendar. You will offer services on-site at one or more schools in Manhattan, with assignments based on student needs. Hours/week are driven by IESP/IEP mandates; caseload may vary by assignment. Typically ~5-15 hours/week depending on placements.
Compensation
$75/hr
Why Join Knowledge Road?
At Knowledge Road, you will benefit from:
1099 contractor role with quick, dependable payments
Streamlined admin and documentation workflows
Supportive team with DOE compliance/scheduling assistance
Collaborative network of NYC school-based providers
Application Requirements
Please submit your resume and relevant NYS license/certification. Indicate (or note willingness to obtain) NYC DOE fingerprinting and vendor status. Documentation of your doctoral degree in Psychology.
EEO Statement
Knowledge Road is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to fostering an inclusive environment for all contractors. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.
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