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Appalachian Mountain Health

School Based Licensed Clinical Social Worker

Appalachian Mountain Health, Asheville, North Carolina, us, 28814

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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.

Collaborate 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.

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

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.

Seniority level Entry level

Employment type Full-time

Job function Health Care Provider

Industries Hospitals and Health Care

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