Counselor – School Based

About this position

The School-Based Counselor provides behavioral health counseling, assessment, crisis intervention, care coordination, and supportive services to children, adolescents, and families within partnered school districts and community settings.

About Valle del Sol

Join Valle del Sol in our commitment to providing quality, culturally sensitive integrated primary care and behavioral health services to adults, children, and adolescents in need. Valle del Sol offers a diverse work environment, competitive pay and benefits, and the opportunity for training and advancement.

Job Description

The School-Based Counselor supports Valle del Sol’s mission by delivering culturally responsive, trauma-informed behavioral health services that promote emotional wellness, student success, and access to care. This position collaborates closely with school personnel, caregivers, interdisciplinary treatment teams, and community partners to support continuity of care and positive behavioral health outcomes for students and families.

Job Qualifications

• Education:

  • Required: Master’s degree in Counseling, Social Work, Marriage and Family Therapy, Psychology, or related behavioral health field.

• Experience:

  • Required: Experience providing behavioral health services to children, adolescents, and families.

  • PREFERRED: Experience in school-based behavioral health or community behavioral health settings.

  • PREFERRED: Experience collaborating with schools and multidisciplinary teams.

• Licensure/Certification:

  • Required: Active Arizona behavioral health license or associate license including:

    • LMSW / LCSW
    • LAC / LPC
    • LAMFT / LMFT

  • Must meet the licensure, certification, or credentialing requirements applicable to the position in accordance with Arizona law and applicable regulatory authorities.

  • BLS certification, or ability to obtain within 5 days of start date.

  • AZ Level I Fingerprint Clearance Card, or ability to obtain within 5 days of start date.

  • Valid Arizona driver’s license, proof of insurance, and reliable transportation.

Other Requirements

• Age: Must be at least 18 years of age.

• Work Authorization: Must be authorized to work in the United States.

• Health: Must be able to pass pre- and continued employment screenings successfully.

Benefits

• 401(k)

• 401(k) matching

• Medical Insurance

• Dental Insurance

• Vision Insurance

• Paid Life Insurance

• Paid Disability Insurance

• Paid Time Off

• Employee Assistance Program

• Employee Discount

• Professional Development Assistance

• Referral Program

Application Information

Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.

Valle del Sol is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all qualified individuals. If you require a reasonable accommodation to apply for a position or to participate in the interview process, please contact us at VdSHR@valledelsol.com.