Mental Health Associate – Student Support

Job overview

The Mental Health Associate – Student Support role is onsite in Fredericksburg, VA. Compensation is $16–$18 per hour. Rivermont Schools serves students with emotional, behavioral, and developmental challenges through individualized education and therapeutic support. The associate supports students’ academic participation, daily routines, social skills, and positive behavior. By observing and documenting behavior and coordinating with teachers, therapists, behavior analysts, and families, the role helps maintain consistent, individualized support and a structured learning environment.

What you'll do

• Assist students with academics, social skills, and daily living needs
• document observations and share updates with the team
• support toileting, feeding, and hygiene to promote independence
• use de-escalation and calming strategies
• collaborate with teachers, therapists, BCBAs, and parents.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

mental health associate

student support

special education

behavioral support

fredericksburg va

rivermont schools

de-escalation

daily living skills

teacher collaboration

therapeutic support

$16–$18/hr

health insurance

tuition reimbursement

401(k) match

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Paid time off, paid school breaks for select roles, paid holidays, wellness perks, tuition reimbursement, career development, 401(k) with 4% company match, health, dental and vision insurance, and other listed coverage.

Why this role

The posting describes support for students from elementary through high school and includes paid school breaks for select roles.

About the employer

Rivermont Schools is hiring for this role. Industry: Elementary and Secondary Schools. Sector: 61.