School Based Licensed Clinical Social Worker

Job Description

Job DescriptionDescription:JOB SUMMARY

Appalachian Mountain Health has partnered with Asheville High School to seek a compassionate, skilled, and experienced School-Based Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) or Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor (LCMHC) to join our supportive school community in Asheville, NC. This full-time position will provide mental health services across two campuses serving students in grades K–12, focusing on students with emotional, behavioral, and academic needs, including those with IEPs and/or 504 Plans.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES:

• Provide individual and group counseling to K–12 students, with a focus on those with IEPs and 504 plans
• Conduct mental health assessments and develop treatment plans tailored to the educational environment
• Collaborate with school administrators, teachers, and special education teams to support student mental health and academic progress.
• Collaboration with the primary care provider team or a multidisciplinary team.
• Participate in IEP/504 meetings and provide input on social-emotional goals and behavioral interventions.
• Coordinate care and referrals with outside providers, community resources, and families
• Maintain accurate and confidential clinical documentation in compliance with CMS and HRSA for clinical documentation in a healthcare setting.
• Deliver crisis intervention and support as needed
• Promote social-emotional learning and school-wide mental wellness initiatives
• Provide consultation and training to school staff on mental health-related issues

Requirements:EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Current LCSW or LCMHC license in the state of North Carolina (required)
• Minimum of 2 years’ experience providing therapeutic services to children and adolescents, preferably in a school or educational setting.
• Familiarity with IEP/504 processes, behavioral interventions, and special education collaboration
• Experience working with diverse populations and commitment to culturally responsive practice
• Strong communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills
• Ability to work effectively across two school campuses and manage a flexible schedule
• Proficient in documentation and case management in accordance with legal and ethical standards.

Schedule & Benefits:

• Full-time, school-year calendar with some summer planning hours as needed
• Coverage across two Asheville campuses
• Generous benefits package, including health insurance, paid time off, retirement contributions, and professional development support
• Supportive interdisciplinary team and opportunities for collaboration and growth

Equal Opportunity Employer:
We are committed to creating a diverse environment and are proud to be an equal-opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.