As a Mental Health Professional at New Story Schools, you will provide counseling and emotional support that helps students manage challenges and thrive academically and socially. You will guide students through individualized interventions, promote social-emotional learning, and contribute to a positive, inclusive school culture.
What You’ll Need
Master’s degree in counseling, psychology, social work, or related field
Active PA license or certification in counseling, social work, or school counseling
Minimum two years of experience providing individual or group counseling to children
Expertise in trauma-informed care and social-emotional learning
Strong communication, crisis intervention, and collaboration skills
What You’ll Do
Provide individual and group counseling aligned to student goals and IEPs
Collaborate with educators and families to design and monitor behavior or counseling plans
Conduct crisis intervention and provide emotional support to students in distress
Lead social-emotional learning sessions and professional development for staff
Document counseling services and maintain compliance with confidentiality standards
Why You’ll Love Working Here
Enjoy both paid time off and extra paid school breaks (for select roles), plus paid holidays
Wellness perks including gym discounts, mindfulness apps, and prescription savings
Tuition reimbursement, career development programs, and leadership training
401(k) retirement savings with a 4% company match and immediate vesting
Health, dental, and vision insurance
Free Employee Assistance Program with confidential counseling, life coaching, and mental health resources
Life insurance, disability coverage, and Health Savings Account (HSA) contributions at no cost to you
At New Story Schools, we serve students ages 5–21 with autism and emotional, behavioral, and developmental challenges. Guided by individualized learning, therapeutic integration, and collaboration, we empower students to grow and prepare for meaningful adult lives. Join our team and help students write their new story.
New Story Schools is an equal opportunity employer, committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy status, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, or status as a protected veteran, or any other characteristic protected by law. If you require reasonable accommodations during the application or interview process, please contact us at talent@newstory.com.