Counselor

Pay: $17.00 per hour
Schedule: School-Year Schedule | Summers Off with Partial Pay | School Holidays Off
PTO: 24 Hours Paid Time Off Annually
Travel: Mileage Reimbursement Provided

Make a Difference in the Lives of Youth Across Erie County

Are you passionate about helping adolescents overcome challenges, build resilience, and thrive in school and life? Pyramid Healthcare is seeking a dedicated School-Aged Counselor to provide behavioral health support and counseling services to youth within local school districts throughout Erie County.

This is an excellent opportunity for individuals who enjoy working directly with adolescents, collaborating with schools and community partners, and making a meaningful impact while benefiting from a school-based schedule that includes holidays and summers off.

Position Summary

The School-Aged Counselor provides counseling, behavioral health support, and case coordination services for children and adolescents within assigned schools throughout Erie County. This role partners closely with students, families, school personnel, and community organizations to support healthy emotional, behavioral, and social development.

The ideal candidate is comfortable working independently, building relationships within school settings, and representing the organization through presentations and community engagement activities.

Essential Responsibilities

• Provide counseling and supportive services to school-aged youth.
• Conduct assessments and assist in developing individualized treatment and service plans.
• Collaborate with students, families, educators, and community partners to support positive outcomes.
• Maintain timely, accurate, and compliant clinical documentation.
• Monitor client progress and adjust interventions as appropriate.
• Participate in treatment team meetings, supervision, and staff trainings.
• Travel to assigned schools throughout Erie County.
• Deliver educational presentations and outreach activities within schools and community settings.
• Support crisis intervention and de-escalation efforts when needed.
• Promote a safe, therapeutic, and supportive environment for youth and families.
• Maintain confidentiality and compliance with all HIPAA and organizational standards.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Psychology, Social Work, Counseling, Human Services, Behavioral Health, or a related field required.
• Valid driver's license required.
• Reliable personal vehicle required.
• Ability to travel independently to assigned school locations throughout Erie County.
• Strong communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to engage effectively with adolescents, families, educators, and community stakeholders.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working with adolescents, youth, or families.
• Knowledge of behavioral health, mental health, or substance use treatment services.
• Experience providing services in educational or community-based settings.
• Experience facilitating groups, workshops, or presentations.
• Bilingual candidates are encouraged to apply.

What We're Looking For

Successful candidates will demonstrate:

• A passion for helping youth succeed academically, socially, and emotionally
• Confidence speaking in front of groups and delivering community presentations
• Strong relationship-building skills
• Professionalism, flexibility, and dependability
• Critical thinking and problem-solving abilities
• The ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with schools and treatment teams

Why Join Pyramid Healthcare?

• Meaningful work serving youth and families in your community
• Supportive and mission-driven team environment
• Opportunity to develop clinical and community outreach skills

If you're looking for a rewarding career where you can positively impact the lives of young people while enjoying a school-year schedule, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today and join Pyramid Healthcare's mission of improving lives through compassionate care.

***Due to the nature of behavioral healthcare work and our responsibility to ensure client safety, candidates selected for hire must successfully pass a criminal background check, drug screening, and any required state‑mandated clearances. Employment is contingent upon meeting all screening requirements in accordance with federal, state, and accrediting‑body regulations.***