A contract opportunity is available for a Counselor specializing in telehealth services within a school setting in Scranton, PA. This role focuses on providing remote counseling support to students, addressing their mental health and emotional well-being through secure, virtual platforms.
Key Responsibilities:
• Deliver telehealth counseling sessions to students, focusing on mental health, behavioral challenges, and personal development.
• Conduct assessments and develop individualized intervention plans tailored to student needs.
• Collaborate with school staff to support student progress and integrate mental health resources.
• Maintain accurate and confidential records of all counseling sessions and communications.
• Provide crisis intervention and connect students with additional community resources when necessary.
• Participate in professional development to stay current with telehealth practices and school counseling trends.
Desired Qualifications:
• Licensed or certified counselor with credentials aligned to school counseling or mental health services.
• Experience providing telehealth counseling, particularly in educational environments.
• Strong understanding of child and adolescent development and behavioral health.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Ability to establish rapport quickly and maintain confidentiality.
• Proficiency in using telehealth technology and maintaining data privacy standards.
This contract position offers the chance to impact student lives positively while utilizing telehealth platforms to extend reach and effectiveness. The role requires flexibility and commitment to maintaining high-quality virtual counseling services.
Interested candidates with relevant experience and licensure are encouraged to apply to contribute to innovative mental health support in a school environment.