Mental Health Counselor - 12 Month

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Job Posting End Date:

Deadline to apply is 11:59 PM on

07-12-2026

Job Title:

Mental Health Counselor - 12 Month

Contract Type:

12 Month

Annual Salary:

$57,000.00 - $106,525.00

(Support staff salary will be based on internal equity and experience)

Location:

FL - HOME OFFICE

Job Description Summary:

Our Mission is to equip students for success by developing and delivering highly effective digital learning through an intuitive online platform.

FLVS does not discriminate in admission or access to, or treatment or employment in its programs and activities on the basis of race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, marital status, disability, genetic information or any other reason prohibited by law.

The Position:

Position General Summary:

The Mental Health Counselor works directly with students and parents on topics related to mental health wellness. The Mental Health Counselor provides support to FLVS instructors, administrators and other staff in the areas of mental health awareness, prevention and intervention. The Mental Health Counselor collaborates with school staff and families to determine appropriate student supports and provides counseling, community referrals and pre/postvention strategies.

Essential Position Functions:

• Serve as the primary contact between parents and Florida Virtual School regarding mental health wellness and concerns

• Collaborate with school personnel, parents, community agencies, and/or students to promote optimal learning outcomes for all students

• Provide direct consultation and guidance to students and parents on matters relating to mental health, community referrals and postvention strategies

• Provide advice and consultation to teachers of students with mental health concerns

• Assist in training students, families and staff on topics related to mental health wellness and Youth Mental Health First Aid to meet state mandates

• Provide consultation, in-service training and professional development to school/district staff

• Determine the appropriate level of response for a student in distress

• Coordinate transition plans and re-entry plans to help support students in mental health distress

• Conduct mental health screenings and assessments for referred students

• Participate on school-based Threat Assessment Teams

• Monitor concerns of harm and Threat Assessment data

• Conduct individual and group counseling sessions for students regarding mental wellness

• Participate in multidisciplinary meetings to determine the instructional and/or behavioral needs of all students

• Stay abreast of state and federal legislation related to mental and emotional health

• Achieve a 90 percent or better satisfaction rating on surveys regarding the quality of service provided to teachers, students, and parents

• Assume responsibility for FLVS meeting all its student performance goals

• Participate in a minimum of three (3) FLVS presentations, in person or virtually, to various community contacts and/or educational groups each year

• Meet professional obligations through efficient work habits such as, meeting deadlines, honoring schedules, coordinating resources and meetings in an effective and timely manner, and demonstrate respect for others

• All work responsibilities are subject to having performance goals and/or targets established

 (These essential functions are not to be construed as a complete statement of all duties performed. Employees will be required to perform other job-related duties as required.)

Minimum Requirements:

Education:

• Master’s Degree or higher in Behavior Health Sciences, Mental Health Counseling, Social Work, Psychology or related field

• Valid license by the State of Florida in one of the following disciplines:  School Psychology, Clinical Social Work, Marriage and Family Therapy, Mental Health Counseling, or Clinical Psychology, Preferred

Experience:

• Three (3) years of experience working with children in education or a related field

• Five (5) years of experience in mental health and/or crisis counseling

• Experience working with adolescents with mental health and/or social emotional concerns

Knowledge, abilities and skills:

• Knowledge and understanding of all state and federal education guidelines

• Competence in the techniques to analyze and assess/evaluate the mental health needs of individual students

• Knowledge of behavioral management techniques

• Familiar with social and emotional learning competencies

• Knowledge of the DSM V and ICD-10

• Knowledge of community mental health resources/services

• Strong verbal and written communication skills, including presentation and publications

• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work effectively, function independently, and interact professionally with a diverse, multicultural, and interdisciplinary staff of all levels

• Proficiency in organization and coordination skills

• Ability to work as part of a team and develop and maintain collaborative relationships with students, parents and staff

• Ability to employ innovative problem-solving techniques to accomplish objectives

• Skills with all required and recommended FLVS computer applications

CORE COMPETENCIES FOR SUCCESS:

JOB KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS

Team member carries out essential job functions with accuracy, engages in ongoing and relevant professional learning, applies new knowledge effectively, and demonstrates mastery of job-specific skills

PRODUCTIVITY

Team member produces high quality work, meets organizational and departmental deadlines, balances multiple responsibilities, manages time effectively, and seeks ways to improve processes and productivity

COMMUNICATION

Team member communicates clearly in written and verbal formats, collaborates effectively, demonstrates professionalism in all interactions, exhibits strong interpersonal skills, and contributes to a positive team and professional community

CUSTOMER FOCUS

Team member addresses the needs of internal and external customers, analyzes problems effectively, contributes to innovative solutions, seeks opportunities for improvement, and successfully adapts to change

Physical Requirements and Environmental Conditions:

• Frequency of travel:  Occasional travel is required for meetings, trainings, conferences, student testing; location may vary and may require overnight stays

• Light physical activities and efforts required working in an office environment

(Reasonable accommodations will be made in accordance with existing ADA requirements for otherwise qualified individuals with a disability.)