46,245 Mental Health Social Workers jobs in the United States
Mental Health Support Worker (Technician)
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- Provide positive and effective services for children with mental health disorders.
- Observe patient behaviors, record observations, and lead them in therapeutic and recreational activities.
- Consult with doctors and other mental health professionals as part of the treatment team.
- Assist in implementing treatment plan interventions.
- Defuse and report crises and intervene where appropriate using non-invasive procedures.
- Maintain a safe and therapeutic environment by assisting with groups.
- Communicate significant patient events.
- Orient patient and family to the program.
- Maintain and monitor activities of daily living (ADL) when appropriate.
- Escort patients to various locations.
- Ensure safe and therapeutic care through routine functions.
- Perform vital sings on patients.
- Utilize exceptional observation and communication skills.
- High school diploma/GED or associate degree in Mental Health Technology or a related field.
- Advanced training that includes the completion of an accredited or approved program in Nursing Assistant is beneficial.
- Completion of coursework in gropu psychiatric nursing is beneficial.
- Previous experience as a home health aide or nursing aide is beneficial.
- American Heart Association or Healthcare Provider CPR certification or American Red Cross Professional Rescue is required within thirty days of hire.
- Formal training in the management of aggressive patients is required within 60 days of hire.
- Ability to relate well to people from diverse ethnic and cultural backgrounds.
- Familiarity with DHS 40 is preferred.
- Bilingual (Spanish/English) preferred.
Remote Social Worker - Mental Health Support
Posted 13 days ago
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Responsibilities:
- Conduct remote assessments to understand clients' needs, strengths, and challenges related to mental health and social well-being.
- Develop individualized care plans in collaboration with clients, focusing on achievable goals and interventions.
- Provide direct counseling and therapeutic support via telehealth platforms.
- Connect clients with appropriate community resources, services, and support networks.
- Offer crisis intervention and de-escalation support as needed.
- Maintain accurate and confidential client records in compliance with ethical and legal standards.
- Advocate for clients' needs within various systems, including healthcare, legal, and social services.
- Facilitate psychoeducational groups or support groups remotely when appropriate.
- Collaborate with other healthcare professionals and community agencies to ensure integrated care.
- Stay updated on best practices, regulations, and resources within social work and mental health fields.
- Master's degree in Social Work (MSW) from an accredited institution.
- Valid state licensure (LCSW, LICSW, LMSW, or equivalent) in the state of practice, or ability to obtain reciprocity.
- Minimum of 2 years of post-MSW experience in direct practice, preferably in mental health or community support.
- Proficiency with telehealth platforms and virtual communication tools.
- Strong understanding of mental health conditions, therapeutic modalities, and crisis intervention techniques.
- Excellent interpersonal, communication, and active listening skills.
- Ability to work independently, manage time effectively, and maintain professional boundaries in a remote setting.
- Knowledge of local and national community resources.
- Experience with electronic health record (EHR) systems is a plus.
- Demonstrated commitment to social justice and serving vulnerable populations.
Provide Mental Health Support
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Give an Hour, a nonprofit organization, wholeheartedly dedicates itself to offering free services to the community to the greatest extent possible. This endeavor is made achievable through the unwavering commitment of our dedicated volunteers and the generous contributions from our donors.
Numerous volunteering prospects await those interested, and we also ensure ongoing support for our volunteers. We involve licensed mental health experts, wellness ambassadors, and peer supporters to provide assistance to those in distress and advocate for mental and emotional well-being. To explore these opportunities and register, please visit us at the following link:
Mental Health Support Therapist
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SEL/Mental Health Therapist
Date Posted:
9/9/2025
Location:
TBD
(High-Needs School)
Date Available:
09/09/2025
Closing Date:
until filled Position: MENTAL HEALTH SUPPORT THERAPIST
Reports to: Coordinator of SEL
Work Days: TBD
Contract: Certified
Description:
Primary responsibilities for the Mental Health Support Specialist is to provide individualized support to students and families in the areas of behavioral and mental health and character development in relationship to education. The Mental Health Support Specialist will work with school staff and community partners to organize and systematically deliver appropriate mental health consultations, services, and referrals. The Mental Health Support Specialist will provide crisis interventions that results in increased student attendance, improved behavior and reduced discipline referrals in assigned schools. The Mental Health Support Specialist will additionally provide individual and group counseling sessions during in school and after school hours around coping, anger management, substance abuse issues, grief and loss, and trauma. The Mental Health Support Specialist will coordinate with local agencies in utilizing self-improvement methods and practices, and in such areas, including child abuse and neglect, alcohol and drug abuse, gang activities, domestic violence, defiant behavior, family divorce and separation, adoption, suicidal issues and other related family crisis issues.
Qualifications:
- Master's degree in Psychology, Social Work, Marriage and Family Studies, Psychology or equivalent, required
- Licensed Independent Social Worker or Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor required
- Minimum of five years successful experience
- Exceptional knowledge in the use of assessment and assessment data to inform practice and prescribe service plans for individual students
- Exceptional knowledge in the use of technology
- Trained in nonviolent crisis intervention preferred
Specific Duties & Responsibilities:
- Offer individualized assistance and support with minimum supervision, assessing students' needs and identifying and reducing barriers through case management principles
- Provide assessment, evaluation, service planning and timely indication on subsequent documentation of clients and/or situations
- Coordinate, participate and provide assistance within the continued development of crisis intervention and outreach services as identified by the individual need of students and/or situations, upon assessment
- Intra-organization program collaboration to develop content, identify needs and facilitate group workshops on topics such as emotional development, family relations, stress management and depression and other special topics related to marriage, families and work/life balance
- Assist staff by researching and/or developing appropriate screening tools
- Participate in any/all required trainings related to programs, services and/or subject matter
- Participate in local Mental Health associations and groups to inform program development and tailor services
- Ensure all Mental Health resources are updated and accessible to program staff
- Foster relationships with service providers in the community and maintain a centralized resource list in order to provide information and referrals to staff and clients
- Facilitate external referrals to access services by making initial contact on behalf of staff or clients and ensuring follow-up to program information and/or access to resources, as needed
- Meet regularly with school-based teams to discuss student strengths, needs, and programmatic development and provide recommendations to programs for best practices
- Maintain a paper file and electronic records, documenting all interactions and referrals and entering data according to program guidelines
- Act as a subject matter expert and advisory resource to program staff
- Conduct conflict resolution and peer mediation sessions.
- Participate in building level MTSS team and/or grade level meetings, as appropriate.
- Consult with School Social Worker, School Counselor, Content Specialist and Teachers.
- Attend professional development opportunities to maintain high level of skill and knowledge of current job related research and practices
- Serve as a consultant to administrators, teachers, and parents.
- Organize and schedule time commitments to meet demands of the job.
- Comply with all safety policies, practices and procedures; report all unsafe activities to supervisor and/or Human Resources.
- Participate in proactive team efforts to achieve District, building, departmental and/or grade level goals.
- Provide leadership to others through example and sharing of knowledge/skill.
- Track and submit claims for Medicaid billing.
Other Duties and Responsibilities:
- Serves as a role model for students in how to conduct themselves as members of the Bedford City Schools.
- Maintains respect at all times for confidential information.
- Makes contact with the public with tact & diplomacy.
- Interacts in a positive manner with staff, students, parents.
- Serves as a liaison among the community. School district, volunteers, parent groups, businesses, Board of Education and other educational entities.
- Performs other duties as assigned by the Superintendent or designee.
Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
- Board of Education policies and procedures, applicable sections
- Administrative procedures, applicable sections
- Office practices and procedures
- Word processing software
- Database software
- Correct use of grammar, punctuation and spelling
- Communicate effectively in written and oral form
- Interact and respond appropriately to the students, staff and parents
- Classify and organize records
- Maintain confidentiality
- Keyboard
Equipment Operated:
- Various office machines
- Computer
- Calculator
- Telephone
- recording devices
- Copy Machine/Printer
- Copy machine
- Fax machine
- Smartboard, Apple TV, and or other such technology devices
Additional Working Conditions:
- Occasional exposure to blood, bodily fluids and tissue
- Occasional operation of a vehicle in inclement weather conditions, i.e., being prepared to come to school on all scheduled workdays except calamity days
- Occasional interaction among unruly children
- Occasionally lift, carry, push and pull various items up to a maximum of 50 pounds, e.g., classroom materials and supplies
- Frequent requirement to sit, stand, walk, hear, see, read, crouch, kneel and stoop
- Occasional requirement to balance, climb and use color vision
- Occasional requirement to operate school district vehicle
- The employee shall remain free of any alcohol or non-prescribed controlled substance in the workplace throughout his/her employment in the District
This job description is subject to change and in no manner states or implies that these are the only duties and responsibilities to be performed by the incumbent. The incumbent will be required to follow the instructions and perform the duties required by the incumbent's supervisor, appointing authority.
The information contained in this job description is for compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (A.D.A.) and is not an exhaustive list of the duties performed for this position. Additional duties are performed by the individuals currently holding this position and additional duties may be assigned.
Adoption date: May 2019
Mental Health Support Specialist

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Location: Matteson, IL
**Position Summary**
The Mental Health Support Specialist works in alignment with the program supervisor to ensure that DHS expectations and NYAP values around services delivery to vulnerable populations that the Front Door Diversion Program serves are fully responded to by providing excellent front-end assessments and welcoming approach to potential customers of the program. This position provides timely mental health evaluation and assessment data to help determine the correct service venue for the customer.
Hours: Monday - Friday, 9a - 5p
**Working At NYAP:**
+ 22 Paid Days Off Each Year.
+ Plus 11 Paid Holidays Per Year.
+ Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits for you and your family.
+ Retirement-matching 401(k).
+ Milestone Work Anniversary Awards.
+ Peace Leave Benefit.
+ Summer Hours to encourage work-life balance.
+ Excellent training, continuing education, and leadership development opportunities
+ Student Loan Repayment assistance.
+ Tuition Assistance.
+ Flexible schedule
+ Mileage reimbursement
Benefits listed are for eligible employees as outlined by our benefit policy.
**Responsibilities**
The Mental Health Support Specialist position may include the following, as well as other duties assigned:
+ Perform all work in a manner consistent with the National Youth Advocate Program's mission, values, and philosophies.
+ Functions as the primary mental health professional contact person with referral sources at assigned hospitals and other community venues.
+ Delivers prompt and professional clinical services while maintain appropriate level of confidentiality.
+ Screen referrals for mental health services, determine severity and what type of services are needed.
+ Builds name recognition and working relationships with Maximus screeners.
+ Work as a member for the care team to meet the needs of the customer and to support program goals.
+ Builds working relationships with the various hospital social workers.
+ Applies clinical skills to help screen individuals for the program.
+ Utilizing and creating a work base from the point of referral, which will be the hospital or community setting.
+ Builds and fosters a working relationship with hospital staff and hospital social workers.
+ Fostering people skills to be able to connect with clients.
+ Develops comprehensive front-end assessment of potential clients.
+ Completes clinical assessment of potential clients.
+ Utilizes standardized assessment/screening tools effectively in order to help gage client appropriateness for services.
+ Diagnosing mental illness with knowledge of DSM VI.
+ Creates linkage and referrals for follow up services.
+ Provides individual therapy, depression, anger management, medical providers for related medical conditions.
+ Functions effectively as a link between the hospital, the client and the subsequent service providing agency worker.
+ Demonstrates the technical and behavioral competencies necessary in the implementation of standardized assessment tools.
+ Completes all related screening documentation in a timely manner.
+ Completes all required performance tracking, data collection and documentation.
+ Performs other duties as requested.
**Minimum Qualifications**
+ Master's degree in Social Work, Psychology preferred or comparable Human Services field from an accredited institution or BA plus 3 years of mental health experience.
+ 2 years of work experience working in the mental health field in a crisis setting.
+ Ability to relate therapeutically with customers, display cultural sensitivity and strong sense of empathy.
+ Knowledge of Medicaid Rules and other funder expectations.
+ Familiarity and knowledge of DSM VI and psychological testing strongly encouraged.
+ Knowledge of psychiatric diagnosis and recognizes signs/symptoms of psychiatric illness and substance related diagnoses.
+ Capacity to remain objective and professional in all areas of job function.
+ Ability to organize data, plan, provide written and very feedback, utilize electronic health systems.
+ Proficient use of desktop and laptop computers, smart phones and tablets, printers, fax machines and photocopiers as well as software including word processing, spreadsheet and database programs.
**Other Skills**
+ Ability to manage multiple tasks.
+ Demonstrates tolerance and respect for the ideas and actions of others.
+ Capacity to effectively work with and be respectful and sensitive to persons from various cultures, socioeconomic, ethnic, religious, and racial backgrounds.
+ Excellent communication skills, interpersonal skills, customer services, and organizational skills.
**Driving and Vehicle Requirements**
+ Valid driver's license
+ Reliable personal transportation
+ Good driving record
+ Minimum automobile insurance coverage of $100,00/$300,000 bodily injury liability
If this describes YOU, please apply today!
We Are**
National Youth Advocate Program has been serving communities and clients since 1978 and we continue to grow each year. Our growth allows us to expand and develop new and innovative programs to meet the ever-changing needs of those we serve. We offer unique and personalized services for families and individuals in four areas: Prevention/Intervention, Positive Youth Development, Out-of-Home-Placement and Reunification/Permanency.
We know you are compassionate and dedicated to serving your clients and communities and NYAP is dedicated to providing support to those who join our team! We look for individuals that are ready to make a direct impact and are excited to be an instrument in supporting the needs of our children, youth, and families.
An Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability/veterans.
**Qualifications**
**The person in this position needs to follow a team concept and support both agency goals and co-workers. Employees must be able to effectively work with and be respectful and sensitive to persons from various cultures, socioeconomic, ethnic, religious, and racial backgrounds.**
An Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability/veterans.
Mental Health Support Specialist
Posted 14 days ago
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Key Responsibilities:
- Provide direct support and counseling to individuals experiencing mental health concerns.
- Assess client needs and develop personalized support plans.
- Connect clients with appropriate community resources, mental health professionals, and support groups.
- Offer crisis intervention and de-escalation techniques as needed.
- Maintain confidential client records and document all interactions accurately.
- Educate clients and their families about mental health conditions and treatment options.
- Facilitate virtual support groups and educational workshops.
- Collaborate with other healthcare providers and social service agencies to ensure integrated care.
- Stay updated on best practices in mental health support and relevant community services.
- Contribute to the development and improvement of support programs and protocols.
- Participate in regular virtual team meetings and case consultations.
- Master's degree in Social Work, Psychology, Counseling, or a related field.
- Licensed or eligible for licensure (e.g., LCSW, LMFT, LPC) in relevant jurisdictions is highly preferred.
- Minimum of 3 years of experience in providing direct mental health support or counseling.
- Demonstrated experience in crisis intervention and case management.
- Proficiency with telehealth platforms and virtual communication tools.
- Strong understanding of mental health conditions, treatment modalities, and community resources.
- Excellent active listening, empathy, and communication skills.
- Ability to work independently and manage time effectively in a remote setting.
- Cultural competence and ability to work with diverse populations.
- This is a 100% remote position, requiring a stable internet connection and a dedicated workspace.
Hospice and Mental Health Clinical Social Workers and Therapists
Posted 15 days ago
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* $60,000-90,000 a year
* 403(b) with matching contribution
* Professional development stipend
* Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance
* Free CEU trainings
* Free weekly supervision toward clinical licensure
* 24/7 Employee Assistance Program to support mental health and a balanced lifestyle
* Vacation, sick and personal leave, and select Jewish and federal holidays
Job Openings include:
* Hospice or Mental Health Licensed Clinical Supervisors: Provide individual clinical supervision in accordance with JSSA policies and licensure regulations for our Hospice and Clinic based programs. Requires an LCSW-C and Board Certification for clinical supervision.
* Hospice Clinical Social Workers: Provides Hospice care to patients and families in Montgomery County.
* Mental Health Licensed Clinicians and Professional Counselors: Provides therapeutic services to children in Montgomery County Public School System for elementary and middle school children. Requires one of the following licensures: LMSW, LCSW-C, LGPC, LPC. Bilingual English/Spanish clinicians highly preferred. Eligible for a signing bonus.
* Mental Health Clinicians and Professional Counselors: Provides outpatient mental health services for children through adults in Maryland and Virginia offices. Requires one of the following licensures: LMSW, LCSW-C, LGPC, LPC. Bi-lingual English/Spanish speaking clinician highly preferred.
JSSA is a health and social wellness agency that knows that no matter what life brings, you should be seen by experts and for who you are. For more than 120 years, JSSA has been helping children, adolescents, adults and seniors throughout the Washington metropolitan region. We serve people who are racially, ethnically, religiously, and culturally diverse, reflective of our community. At JSSA, our Mental Health and Hospice clinicians are recognized for exceptional care that provides comfort for individuals, peace of mind to families, and honors cultural traditions and customs.
The Provider Experience at JSSA:
* Flexibility: Some of our clinical positions allow clinicians the ability to work from home, the office, or wherever they are most comfortable.
* Support: All our mental health clinicians receive support from a full time Inquiry and Screening team so that our talented clinicians can focus on what matters most-providing exceptional care to our clients.
* Collaboration: All JSSA clinicians participate in case discussions, which allow you to leverage the expertise of others to develop new skills and think outside the box.
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Hospice and Mental Health Clinical Social Workers and Therapists
Posted 15 days ago
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- $60,000-90,000 a year
- 403(b) with matching contribution
- Professional development stipend
- Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance
- Free CEU trainings
- Free weekly supervision toward clinical licensure
- 24/7 Employee Assistance Program to support mental health and a balanced lifestyle
- Vacation, sick and personal leave, and select Jewish and federal holidays
Job Openings include:
- Hospice or Mental Health Licensed Clinical Supervisors : Provide individual clinical supervision in accordance with JSSA policies and licensure regulations for our Hospice and Clinic based programs. Requires an LCSW-C and Board Certification for clinical supervision.
- Hospice Clinical Social Workers : Provides Hospice care to patients and families in Montgomery County.
- Mental Health Licensed Clinicians and Professional Counselors: Provides therapeutic services to children in Montgomery County Public School System for elementary and middle school children. Requires one of the following licensures: LMSW, LCSW-C, LGPC, LPC. Bilingual English/Spanish clinicians highly preferred. Eligible for a signing bonus.
- Mental Health Clinicians and Professional Counselors : Provides outpatient mental health services for children through adults in Maryland and Virginia offices. Requires one of the following licensures: LMSW, LCSW-C, LGPC, LPC. Bi-lingual English/Spanish speaking clinician highly preferred.
JSSA is a health and social wellness agency that knows that no matter what life brings, you should be seen by experts and for who you are. For more than 120 years, JSSA has been helping children, adolescents, adults and seniors throughout the Washington metropolitan region. We serve people who are racially, ethnically, religiously, and culturally diverse, reflective of our community. At JSSA, our Mental Health and Hospice clinicians are recognized for exceptional care that provides comfort for individuals, peace of mind to families, and honors cultural traditions and customs.
The Provider Experience at JSSA:
- Flexibility : Some of our clinical positions allow clinicians the ability to work from home, the office, or wherever they are most comfortable.
- Support : All our mental health clinicians receive support from a full time Inquiry and Screening team so that our talented clinicians can focus on what matters most-providing exceptional care to our clients.
- Collaboration : All JSSA clinicians participate in case discussions, which allow you to leverage the expertise of others to develop new skills and think outside the box.
The Jewish Social Service Agency (JSSA) has been helping people across the Washington metropolitan area meet emotional, social, and physical challenges for more than 120 years. A nonsectarian provider, we serve people of all religious backgrounds, races and ethnicities, helping the youngest child to the most fragile senior, from individuals to entire families. JSSA provides services and support to nearly 31,000 individuals a year through our wide range of counseling, educational, specialized employment, in-home support, hospice and nursing care, and social services. We are a growing Agency and strive to be an Employer of Choice. As such we offer a competitive salary and benefits package, a healthy work-life balance, collaborative team environment and many opportunities for personal growth and professional development. We pride ourselves on our mission to be the first place for the Jewish community, as well as the community at large, to turn for clinical and social services of the highest quality that sustain and nurture all who seek assistance. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. AA/M/F/D
Hospice and Mental Health Clinical Social Workers and Therapists
Posted 1 day ago
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- $60,000-90,000 a year
- 403(b) with matching contribution
- Professional development stipend
- Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance
- Free CEU trainings
- Free weekly supervision toward clinical licensure
- 24/7 Employee Assistance Program to support mental health and a balanced lifestyle
- Vacation, sick and personal leave, and select Jewish and federal holidays
- Hospice or Mental Health Licensed Clinical Supervisors : Provide individual clinical supervision in accordance with JSSA policies and licensure regulations for our Hospice and Clinic based programs. Requires an LCSW-C and Board Certification for clinical supervision.
- Hospice Clinical Social Workers : Provides Hospice care to patients and families in Montgomery County.
- Mental Health Licensed Clinicians and Professional Counselors: Provides therapeutic services to children in Montgomery County Public School System for elementary and middle school children. Requires one of the following licensures: LMSW, LCSW-C, LGPC, LPC. Bilingual English/Spanish clinicians highly preferred. Eligible for a signing bonus.
- Mental Health Clinicians and Professional Counselors : Provides outpatient mental health services for children through adults in Maryland and Virginia offices. Requires one of the following licensures: LMSW, LCSW-C, LGPC, LPC. Bi-lingual English/Spanish speaking clinician highly preferred.
JSSA is a health and social wellness agency that knows that no matter what life brings, you should be seen by experts and for who you are. For more than 120 years, JSSA has been helping children, adolescents, adults and seniors throughout the Washington metropolitan region. We serve people who are racially, ethnically, religiously, and culturally diverse, reflective of our community. At JSSA, our Mental Health and Hospice clinicians are recognized for exceptional care that provides comfort for individuals, peace of mind to families, and honors cultural traditions and customs.
The Provider Experience at JSSA:
- Flexibility : Some of our clinical positions allow clinicians the ability to work from home, the office, or wherever they are most comfortable.
- Support : All our mental health clinicians receive support from a full time Inquiry and Screening team so that our talented clinicians can focus on what matters most-providing exceptional care to our clients.
- Collaboration : All JSSA clinicians participate in case discussions, which allow you to leverage the expertise of others to develop new skills and think outside the box.
The Jewish Social Service Agency (JSSA) has been helping people across the Washington metropolitan area meet emotional, social, and physical challenges for more than 120 years. A nonsectarian provider, we serve people of all religious backgrounds, races and ethnicities, helping the youngest child to the most fragile senior, from individuals to entire families. JSSA provides services and support to nearly 31,000 individuals a year through our wide range of counseling, educational, specialized employment, in-home support, hospice and nursing care, and social services. We are a growing Agency and strive to be an Employer of Choice. As such we offer a competitive salary and benefits package, a healthy work-life balance, collaborative team environment and many opportunities for personal growth and professional development. We pride ourselves on our mission to be the first place for the Jewish community, as well as the community at large, to turn for clinical and social services of the highest quality that sustain and nurture all who seek assistance. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. AA/M/F/D
Remote Clinical Social Worker - Mental Health Support
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