School Mental Health Specialist (Mental Health Counselor or Social Worker)

Make a difference where it matters most—supporting students' mental health and well-being in the school setting.

Endeavor Health Services is seeking a compassionate and dedicated School Mental Health Specialist to join our multidisciplinary team providing school-based behavioral health services within the Buffalo City School District on a year round basis.  In this rewarding role, you will work directly with children, adolescents, and their families to address mental health needs, promote emotional wellness, and help students succeed both academically and socially.

As a School Mental Health Specialist, you will provide a range of services to children with serious emotional disturbances and those at risk of developing behavioral health challenges. You will collaborate closely with families, school personnel, and community partners to ensure students receive the support they need to thrive.

What You'll Do:

• Provide individual, family, and group mental health services in the school setting
• Conduct assessments, screenings, and evaluations to identify student needs
• Deliver crisis intervention and stabilization services as needed
• Provide brief therapeutic interventions and ongoing psychotherapy when indicated
• Coordinate referrals and linkages to community-based programs and resources
• Collaborate with families to support treatment goals and student success
• Consult with teachers, administrators, and other educational staff regarding student mental health concerns
• Participate as a member of a multidisciplinary treatment team
• Maintain timely and accurate clinical documentation in accordance with agency and regulatory requirements

What We're Looking For:

• Master's degree in Social Work, Mental Health Counseling, or a related behavioral health field
• Credentialed as a Qualified Healthcare Provider under the NYS Mental Hygiene Code (LMSW, LCSW, LMHC, LMHC-P, or equivalent)
• One year of paid full-time post-master's experience in a child mental health setting preferred
  • One year of field placement experience in a child mental health agency may be substituted
• Valid New York State Driver's License and access to reliable transportation for home and community visits
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications
• Strong communication, assessment, and relationship-building skills

Compensation & Benefits

• Salary: $55,000–$70,000 ($28.20 - $35.89 per hour) based on education, experience and credentials
• $2,500 sign-on bonus fully paid after one year of employment
• Medical, dental, and company-paid vision insurance
• Company-paid life insurance, AD&D, and long-term disability
• Optional short-term disability and additional life/AD&D coverage
• 401(k) with employer contribution
• Generous vacation time, sick time, and 10 paid holidays
• Employee Assistance Program
• Discounted pet insurance
• Eligibility for student loan forgiveness through programs like Public Service Loan Forgiveness

Why Join Endeavor?

You’ll be part of a mission-driven agency committed to expanding access to behavioral health care and supporting underserved communities. We prioritize collaboration, professional growth, and creating an environment where both staff and the people we serve can thrive.

Endeavor Health Services is an equal opportunity employer committed to championing the principles of fairness and respect. We welcome prospective employees from various cultures and backgrounds, for all positions, who will uphold our values and contribute to our mission. We aim to have a leadership and workforce that is reflective of the communities with which we work in partnership.

In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire.