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Amergis
School Counselor / Mental Health Worker
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What they do
A Mental or Behavioral Health Counselor works with patients to treat mental health problems. Assesses patients and assists with diagnosis, counseling and crisis intervention. Consults with nurses, doctors and psychiatrists. May work with specific populations, such as youth, senior citizens or substance abusers, in group settings, facilities or hospitals.
$37,365 / year median in Texas
+21% projected growth
Job Description
The School Counselor/School Mental Health Worker provides individual and group counseling to students experiencing emotional, behavioral, or social challenges. The School Counselor/School Mental Health Worker supports students in developing coping strategies, improving emotional regulation, and enhancing overall mental well-being. In collaboration with families, teachers, and other school staff, they help create a safe and supportive learning environment, facilitate referrals to community-based mental health services when needed, and contribute to the development of school-wide mental health initiatives.
Minimum Requirements:
- + Licensing/Certification according to state/facility/contract requirement + The Counselor may be required to have an Associate's Degree, Bachelor's Degree or Masters in Psychology, Addictions, Sociology, Social Work, Counseling, Nursing, or some other Human Development major per state, contract and/or facility guidelines.
- Benefits
- At Amergis, we firmly believe that our employees are the heartbeat of our organization and we are happy to offer the following benefits: + Competitive pay & weekly paychecks + Health, dental, vision, and life insurance + 401(k) savings plan + Awards and recognition programs
- Benefit eligibility is dependent on employment status.
- About Amergis
- Amergis, formerly known as Maxim Healthcare Staffing, has served our clients and communities by connecting people to the work that matters since 1988.
Job Category:
- Education
Job Function:
- Education | Counselor/ Mental Health Worker | Counselor/ Mental Health Worker School
Job Type:
- Contract - Part Time
Setting:
- Schools
Position Type:
- Healthcare
Office Number:
- 0426
Contract Duration:
- 36 •
Pay Rate:
- $48 / Week
Date Posted:
- 2026-08-21T18:00:23