School Counselor / Mental Health Worker u2013 $40/hr ...

School Counselor / Mental Health Worker u2013 $40/hr u2013 Florissant, MO u2013 3-Month Assignment Position Overview: The School Counselor / Mental Health Worker provides individual and group counseling to elementary students experiencing emotional, behavioral, or social challenges. This role supports students in developing coping strategies, emotional regulation skills, and social-emotional growth while collaborating with teachers, families, and school teams to maintain a safe and supportive learning environment. Assignment Details: Location: Florissant, MO Start Date: March 16, 2026 Duration: 3 months Schedule: Mondayu2013Friday Hours: 37.5 hours per week (7:45 a.m.u20133:50 p.m.) Pay Rate: $40/hour (local) Modality: In-person Openings: 1 position Details of Assignment: + Elementary mental-health support position + Provide counseling, emotional regulation strategies, and student check-ins + Support crisis response and day-to-day student needs + Virtual interview required with counseling team + Documentation completed using MTC charting system + Business-casual dress code Responsibilities: + Provide individual and group counseling sessions + Support students with emotional, social, and behavioral needs + Collaborate with teachers, administrators, and families + Monitor progress and maintain confidential documentation + Facilitate referrals to community mental-health services when needed + Assist in implementing school-wide mental-health initiatives Requirements: + Mental-health background required (degree in Psychology, Social Work, Counseling, Human Development, etc.) + Certification or licensure based on state guidelines (school counselor licensure not required) + Ability to work with elementary-aged students + CPR, TB screening, and health certificate if required + Must meet all state, federal, and local requirements + Must be at least 18 years old Contact Information: Cyrus Vess National Recruitment Manager 813-371-5185 Benefits At Amergis, we firmly believe that our employees are the heartbeat of our organization and we are happy to offer the following benefits: + Competitive pay & weekly paychecks + Health, dental, vision, and life insurance + 401(k) savings plan + Awards and recognition programs Benefit eligibility is dependent on employment status. About Amergis Amergis, formerly known as Maxim Healthcare Staffing, has served our clients and communities by connecting people to the work that matters since 1988. We provide meaningful opportunities to our extensive network of healthcare and school-based professionals, ready to work in any hospital, government facility, or school. Through partnership and innovation, Amergis creates unmatched staffing experiences to deliver the best workforce solutions. Amergis is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Created: 2026-03-07