Overview
Join our vibrant educational community as a High School Counselor, where your passion for student development and well-being will inspire and guide adolescents through their academic and personal journeys. In this dynamic role, you will provide comprehensive counseling services, foster a supportive environment, and collaborate with educators, parents, and community resources to ensure every student’s success. Your expertise in behavioral health, childhood development, and cultural diversity will help shape confident, resilient young individuals ready to thrive beyond the classroom.
Duties
- Deliver individual and group counseling sessions focused on academic advising, mental health support, behavioral management, and social-emotional development.
- Develop tailored intervention plans for students facing personal or academic challenges, including conflict management and behavioral health issues.
- Assist students in navigating college applications, standardized testing preparation, career planning, and extracurricular opportunities.
- Collaborate with teachers and school staff to implement effective classroom strategies that support students’ diverse needs and promote positive behavior.
- Maintain thorough documentation of counseling sessions, behavioral incidents, compliance with educational regulations, and referrals to external agencies such as child protective services or social work organizations.
- Provide crisis intervention when necessary and coordinate with mental health professionals or Christian counseling services to support student well-being.
- Promote a culturally inclusive environment by working with students from diverse backgrounds and integrating cultural diversity counseling into your practice.
- Create student schedules with PowerSchool.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in School Counseling, Psychology, Social Work or related field; Master’s degree preferred.
- Valid school counselor certification/license as required by local education authorities.
- Proven experience working with children and adolescents in educational or clinical settings.
- Strong knowledge of adolescent development, childhood development theories, and school legal policies.
- Excellent communication skills to effectively engage with students, parents, teachers, and community partners.
- Familiarity with educational compliance standards, regulation understanding, standardized testing procedures, and school policy implementation.
- Experience in behavioral health counseling, conflict management strategies, child welfare protocols, and social work practices.
- Ability to manage sensitive situations discreetly while demonstrating empathy and professionalism.
- Commitment to fostering an inclusive environment that respects cultural diversity and promotes mental health awareness.
Embark on a rewarding career where your dedication transforms lives! We are committed to supporting your professional growth through ongoing training opportunities while ensuring a positive work environment that values your contributions every step of the way.
Pay: $42,000.00 - $46,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
