High School Guidance Counselor

HIGH SCHOOL GUIDANCE COUNSELOR

Mission:

Father Gabriel Richard High School, a Catholic School Community, exists to build up the body of Christ through the intellectual and spiritual formation of its students. Rooted in the Catholic intellectual tradition, FGR cultivates in each student a sense of awe in response to the beauty of truth. Strengthened by the Sacraments, students are equipped to live at the service of others through academic excellence, intentional discipleship, creativity and sportsmanship.

Reports to:

Principal

Function:

To provide a continuous and on-going education which insures the best possible mental, physical, emotional, spiritual, and social development of all students.

Minimum Qualifications:

Educational: Possess a Master's degree in Guidance and Counseling and possess a Michigan School Counselor Endorsement or a valid Michigan School Counselor License.

Personal:

Catholic in good standing

Ability to work cooperatively with administration, teaching staff, students and parents in the ongoing task of providing the best possible education for all students

Willingness to accept constructive criticism

Ability to function under stress

Willingness to adapt to changing situations

Desirable Qualifications:

Possess a Master's degree in Guidance and Counseling and valid Michigan School Counselor License (SCL)

Possess valid Secondary Michigan Teacher Certification

Have current LPC (Licensed Professional Counselor) Certification or working toward LLPC (Limited Licensed Professional Counselor) Certification

Have experience working in a secondary counseling position doing college and career counseling

Have experience working in a Catholic institution

Major Responsibilities:

Academic, personal, and college counseling provided to individuals/groups with a variety of needs and abilities

Freshmen and transfer student orientation

Monitor student progress through electronic data system and act as an advocate for students as necessary

Develop and maintain student educational plans

Coordinate and administer AP testing

Interpret placement test results and use multiple measures for advisement

Maintain data

Maintain close working relationships with students, parents, faculty, partner schools, and community resource agencies

Counsel students on academic programs, post-secondary planning, provide crisis-intervention and referral services, as needed

Assume other responsibilities as assigned, including large group guidance presentations, department level collaboration; performance of other established duties and responsibilities may be assigned by the Principal.

Critical Qualities:

Intentional disciple of Jesus Christ who evidences values, integrity, and ethics consistent with the Catholic faith and Fr. Gabriel Richard High School;

Loves God, Loves Others, Loves Learning, and Pursues Excellence;

Polished and professional in demeanor;

Winsome personality, with a natural ability to connect with both students and adults;

Remarkably honest and full of integrity;

Maintains strict confidentiality;

Self-starter with tons of initiative and follow through;

Flexible with a sustained positive attitude;

Exceptional organizational skills with strong attention to detail; and

Willingness to work occasional evenings and weekends.

Application Instructions

Please email your cover letter, resume, statement of faith* and application to: [email protected].

* The statement of faith should briefly explain your faith journey, your current place of worship, your spiritual disciplines, and any experience you have in spiritual leadership roles.