High School Counselor

POSITION SUMMARY
Eastside Catholic is seeking an energetic high school counselor to join our team. The high school counselor supports one-third of the upper school community (grades 9-12) with matters pertaining to mental health and academics, including some college advising support. This role is performed with a collaborative team led by the director of student services. Qualified applicants will have a school counseling background and a willingness to support students through the college application process.

RESPONSIBILITIES
• Work with students, faculty, parents and guardians, administrators, cross-divisional student-support team and mental health professionals in the community to guide the social and emotional lives of high school students
• Support students through small proactive groups that meet weekly and provide resources to help teach current mental health topics in the high school
• Support the college application process for students regarding four-year academic planning, testing schedules and college applications
• Write letters of recommendation for seniors
• Implement college-related programs during day and evening hours, as needed, to serve the entire Eastside Catholic community
• Collaborate with team members to develop interventions for individual students and the broader student body
• Work with students and families to create intervention plans for students in developmental and situational crises
• Establish and maintain a positive and safe learning environment where students are encouraged to be actively engaged in the learning process
• Maintain appropriate reports and records on each assigned student and protect each student's con dentiality

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
• A commitment to working with all students in a progressive, faith-based school
• Possess a genuine interest in working with high school students and serving their mental health needs
• Effective skills in creating positive relationships with students and their families, as well as the ability to meet the needs of a diverse and demanding student and parent population
• Strong interpersonal, collaborative and organizational skills
• Knowledge of adolescent development, social-emotional issues of students ages 14 - 18, parenting models and topics, along with a variety of counseling models and strategies
• Strong interpersonal and group skills (listening, humor, tact, intuition, confidentiality)
• Keen observation and ability to assess the needs of the school community
• Knowledgeable and skilled in addressing such issues as ADD, grief, divorce, anxiety, difficulties with self-regulation, depression, learning differences and disabilities
• Effective communication and public speaking skills
• Computer literacy, especially Microsoft Office Suite
• Familiarity with state laws regarding child abuse
• Familiarity with the available state, county and local services
• Familiarity with test batteries and needs assessments and interpreting the results of both

PREFERRED SKILLS
• Experience working as a high school counselor
• Knowledge of the college admissions process, collegiate and federal aid practices and a familiarity with colleges and universities nationwide or a willingness to learn these skills
• Knowledge of standardized testing programs and Advanced Placement testing
• Demonstrate an understanding of resiliency and environmental protective factors
• Possess knowledge of and experience with ASCA domains/standards
• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively with a Student Services team

EDUCATION
• MA or MS in school counseling or psychology, or LCSW from an accredited college or university required
• ESA certificate or equivalent is preferred

Eastside Catholic will provide a competitive wage and benefits package commensurate with experience and effectiveness. The statements herein describe the scope of the responsibility and essential functions of this position but should not be considered an all-inclusive listing of work requirements. Individuals may perform other duties as assigned.