School Based Mental Health Therapist – Fairfax County, VA

In-Person Role | Full-Time or Hybrid

Redefining access to youth mental health care—in schools, at home, and everywhere in between. As a clinician-led, mission-driven behavioral health company, we're on a mission to deliver care that meets children and adolescents where they are—literally and emotionally.

We're hiring a dedicated and compassionate School Counselor to provide on-site mental health support across Fairfax County public schools, with optional telehealth sessions for clinicians seeking full-time or early-start flexibility.

What You'll Do

As a School Counselor, you'll serve as a trusted mental health professional for students across elementary, middle, and high school settings. Responsibilities include:

Delivering on-site, school-based therapy services to students during school hours
Offering telehealth sessions (optional) to supplement caseload or allow for early onboarding
Conducting mental health assessments and developing individualized treatment plans Collaborating with school staff, families, and the Backpack clinical team Maintaining timely and accurate documentation in the EHR
Participating in supervision (if pre-licensed) and team case consults

Location & Schedule

In-person school-based role throughout Fairfax County, VA
Full-time preferred, but flexible start options available
Opportunity to begin with telehealth caseload prior to school year start or while onboarding

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️ Ideal Candidates Have:

A Master's degree in Counseling, Social Work, or a related field

Active Virginia license: LCSW-C, LMSW, LCPC, LGPC, LCMFT, or LGMFT
Experience working with youth in schools, outpatient, or virtual settings Strong clinical skills in individual and family therapy Cultural competence and a trauma-informed care approach
Passion for making mental health more accessible to kids and teens

Compensation & Perks

W2 employment with medical, dental, vision, 401(k), PTO
Salary employment option for Full-time staff
Full clinical support + individual and group supervision for resident-level therapists
All supplies and devices for school-based and telehealth work provided
Supportive, collaborative culture focused on clinician satisfaction

Be the Counselor Students Can Count On

At Backpack Healthcare, we support you, so you can support them. Join us in making a lasting impact on kids' lives—at school, at home, and everywhere in between.

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