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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