Job Description
Mental Health Counselor — Manhattan, NY (Part-Time School Day)
Overview/Impact
Are you a dedicated Mental Health Counselor passionate about supporting the mental
health and academic success of students in Manhattan? Knowledge Road is seeking a
part-time Mental Health Counselor to join our team and provide essential
psychological services to students in NYC Department of Education (DOE) schools.
With an unprecedented need for mental health support in schools and a critical
shortage of qualified professionals, your expertise is urgently needed to help students
navigate complex emotional and behavioral challenges. This is an opportunity to
make a meaningful impact on the lives of children and adolescents through evidence-
based psychological interventions.
As a Mental Health Counselor with Knowledge Road, you will have the autonomy to
deliver individualized interventions, working collaboratively with school teams and
families to support student mental health and academic achievement.
Responsibilities
As a Mental Health Counselor with Knowledge Road, you will:
Provide direct, high-quality individual and group counseling services to students,
as mandated by their Individualized Education Service Programs/Individualized
Education Programs (IESP/IEP).
Address a comprehensive range of social, emotional, and behavioral concerns,
including anxiety, depression, trauma, ADHD, autism spectrum disorders, and
complex psychological conditions.
Conduct psychological assessments and evaluations to inform treatment
planning and educational recommendations.
Develop and implement evidence-based treatment plans utilizing various
therapeutic modalities tailored to the unique developmental and cultural needs
of each student.
Collaborate closely with parents, teachers, school administrators, and other
mental health professionals to create a holistic and supportive learningenvironment.
Maintain meticulous and timely documentation of all services, progress, and
outcomes in compliance with DOE regulations, HIPAA requirements, and
Knowledge Road standards.
Actively participate in IESP/IEP meetings, offering expert psychological insights
and recommendations to guide student progress and educational planning.
Qualifications
Must Have:
NYS license as a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC).
Master's degree in Mental Health Counseling, Clinical Psychology, or related field.
Minimum of 2 years of experience providing psychological services to children
and adolescents.
Proficiency with electronic documentation systems and teletherapy platforms.
NYC DOE fingerprinting and vendor status required or willingness to obtain prior
to start.
Preffered:
Experience in a school-based setting or educational environment.
Specialized training in child and adolescent therapy modalities (e.g., CBT , DBT ,
play therapy, family therapy).
Experience with psychological assessment and testing.
Bilingual proficiency in Spanish, Mandarin, or other languages prevalent in
Manhattan schools.
Current Openings
We are currently hiring for the following part-time Mental Health Counselor positions
in Manhattan.
Schedule & Location
This is a part-time, school-day position with a schedule that follows the NYC DOE
calendar. You will be providing services on-site at one or more schools in Manhattan,
with specific assignments based on student needs. Hours/week are driven by IESP/IEP
mandates; caseload may vary by assignment. Typically ~5-15 hours/week in school-
day blocks.
Compensation
$75/hr (1099).
Why Join Knowledge Road?
At Knowledge Road, you will benefit from:
1099 contractor role with quick, reliable payments
Streamlined admin and documentation workflows
Supportive team with DOE compliance/scheduling help
Collaborative network of NYC school-based providers
Application Requirements
Please submit your resume and relevant NYS license/certification. Include (or note
willingness to obtain) NYC DOE fingerprinting and vendor status. Documentation of
your doctoral degree in Psychology.
EEO Statement
Knowledge Road is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are
committed to creating an inclusive environment for all contractors. We do not
discriminate based on race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression,
sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.
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