School Based Clinician

Description

School Clinician

Location: Wilmington, Delaware (On-site)

Employment Type: Full-time

Salary: $45,000–$50,000/year

Date Posted: September 3, 2026

About the Role

Clarvida is seeking a School Clinician to support students in our alternative school placement program serving elementary through high school students. You will provide individual and group counseling, complete clinical assessments, develop treatment plans, support behavior intervention, collaborate with caregivers, and implement skill-building curriculum.

In this role, you will work closely with students, families, school staff, and community partners to support IEP and behavioral goals. Clinicians build trusting therapeutic relationships and equip students with strategies to manage challenges related to emotional, behavioral, and environmental stressors. You will also respond to crises, help de-escalate situations, provide education on triggers and interventions, and utilize CPI techniques when necessary. 

Responsibilities

Provide individual and group counseling to students  Complete assessments and develop treatment plans  Support IEP and behavior goals in collaboration with school staff  Implement skill-building curriculum  Provide crisis intervention, de-escalation, and CPI when required Collaborate with families and external partners Maintain accurate documentation and case records

Required Qualifications

 Master’s Degree in Counseling, Social Work, Psychology, or related field  Trauma, CBT, NCC, or DBT credentials preferred but not required  Desire to support at-risk youth in an alternative school setting Able to pass background and criminal record checks  Compliance with drug-free workplace rules Meets mandated health requirements (e.g., negative tuberculosis test)  Bilingual (English/Spanish) preferred 

Compensation & Benefits

School-based schedule (7am–3pm)  Option for summers off or participation in a 6-week summer program  Stability and growth within a national agency  5 PTO days that roll over  19 paid days off (holidays & school breaks)  Medical, dental, and vision benefit plan options  DailyPay – Access earnings early *  Training, development, and continuing education credits 

All Employees

401(k)  Free licensure supervision  Pet insurance  Employee Assistance Program (EAP)  Perks @ Clarvida – National discounts on shopping, travel, Verizon, and entertainment

*Benefits may vary by state/county.

Work Location

Wilmington, Delaware – On-site

Employment Type

Full-time

How to Apply

If you are passionate about helping students build coping skills, develop resilience, and access meaningful therapeutic support, we encourage you to apply. Click “Apply Now” to join our clinical team.

About Clarvida

Clarvida is a national provider of behavioral health and human services. We deliver trauma-informed, culturally responsive, and recovery-focused support to children, families, and communities. Our school programs blend academic and therapeutic models to help students thrive.

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Equal Opportunity Employer

Clarvida is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, veteran status, or any other protected category.

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Keywords

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