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. 

• 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

• 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. 
•  Spanish-speaking behavioral health clinicians are preferred, but not required. 

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. 

DISCLAIMER The above duties and responsibilities are essential job functions, subject to reasonable accommodations. All job requirements listed indicate the minimum level of knowledge, skills and/or abilities deemed necessary to perform the job proficiently. This job description is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities, or requirements. Employees may be required to perform any other job-related instructions, as requested by their supervisor, subject to reasonable accommodation.