School Based Clinician or Therapist

Paving the Way Multi-Service Institute•Washington, DC

76d•$65,000 - $70,000•Onsite

About The Position

Strengthen Your Clinical Skills While Making a Meaningful Impact. At Paving the Way MSI, you will do more than provide therapy—you will develop as a clinician while helping children, adolescents, and families navigate some of life's most challenging experiences. As a Full-Time Licensed Graduate Social Worker (LGSW) or Licensed Graduate Professional Counselor (LGPC), you will be embedded within a school and become part of their community, providing prevention, early intervention, and therapeutic services year round that support student success both inside and outside the classroom. Many of the youth and families we serve have experienced trauma, chronic stress, anxiety, depression, behavioral challenges, grief, family conflict, and other barriers that affect their well-being. Through this work, you will gain valuable experience working with diverse populations while receiving ongoing support, clinical supervision, and mentorship from experienced clinical leaders. Whether you are newly licensed or working toward independent licensure, this role provides the opportunity to build confidence, strengthen your clinical skills, and gain experience that will support your long-term professional growth.

Requirements

Master's Degree in Social Work, Counseling, or a related behavioral health field
Active or Pending DC LGSW or LGPC license

Nice To Haves

1–3 years of behavioral health experience
Experience working with children, adolescents, and families
Experience in school-based, outpatient, community-based, or behavioral health settings
Experience supporting individuals impacted by trauma, anxiety, depression, behavioral challenges, or family stressors

Responsibilities

Serve as the primary behavioral health provider within an assigned school community.
Provide individual, group, and school-wide behavioral health services using a public health approach that promotes student wellness and academic success.
Provide individual, group, and school-wide behavioral health services year round in the school.
Facilitate workshops, classroom presentations, prevention activities, and wellness initiatives.
Support students experiencing trauma, anxiety, depression, behavioral challenges, and family stressors.
Build meaningful relationships with students, families, teachers, and school administrators.
Coordinate care with families, school personnel, and community partners.
Maintain timely clinical documentation, assessments, and treatment plans.
Participate in multidisciplinary treatment planning and consultation.

Benefits

401(k)
Company parties
Competitive salary
Dental insurance
Employee discounts
Health insurance
Opportunity for advancement
Paid time off
Parental leave
Training & development
Tuition assistance
Vision insurance
Wellness resources
401(k) matching
Extensive Hands-On Clinical Experience
Free Clinical Supervision Toward Independent Licensure
Insurance Credentialing Handled by Employer
Access to AI-Powered Documentation Tools
Professional Development and Continuing Education Opportunities
Exposure to Trauma-Informed Care and Diverse Clinical Presentations
Collaborative Environment with Licensed Clinical Supervisors, Psychiatrists, PMHNPs, and Behavioral Health Professionals
Opportunity to Build Experience with Children, Adolescents, Families, and School-Based Behavioral Health
Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance with Employer Contributions
Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for Counseling, Financial, and Legal Support
Employer-Paid Life Insurance
Flexible Spending Accounts (Medical and Dependent Care FSA)
Health Savings Account (HSA) Options
Competitive Salary
401(k) Retirement Plan with Employer Match
Eligibility for HRSA Student Loan Repayment Programs (Position Dependent)
Strong focus on Work-Life balance
Generous Paid Time Off
Motivosity Recognition & Rewards Program
Lifestyle Spending Account (LSA)
Mission-Driven, Supportive Team Environment