Description
Position Summary
We are seeking a caring, faith-filled Social Emotional Counselor to join our school community. This position supports the holistic development of students by providing social-emotional guidance rooted in Catholic values. The ideal candidate will work closely with students, teachers, and families to help each child thrive spiritually, emotionally, and academically.
Key Responsibilities
Student Support
- Provide individual and small-group counseling for emotional, social, and behavioral growth.
- Teach students skills in empathy, self-regulation, and responsible decision-making.
- Support students through challenges such as anxiety, grief, friendship difficulties, or transitions.
- Implement school-wide SEL programming aligned with Catholic principles.
Collaboration & Consultation
- Partner with teachers and parents to support student well-being and development.
- Participate in team meetings to develop intervention strategies for struggling students.
- Refer students and families to appropriate external resources when necessary.
Faith & Character Formation
- Reinforce Catholic identity and values through guidance practices.
- Collaborate on initiatives that promote respect, kindness, compassion, and service.
- Support the school's mission to create a safe, loving, and inclusive community.
Administrative
- Maintain confidential student records and progress reports.
- Assist with crisis response and school safety planning.
- Attend professional development and remain current on best practices in SEL and Catholic education.
- Serve on a restorative discipline team to assist with disciplinary action decisions
- Contribute to the leadership team in making decisions that best support students and staff members
Requirements
Qualifications
- Master’s Degree in School Counseling, Social Work, Psychology, or a related field.
- Valid state certification/licensure in counseling or equivalent.
- Minimum of 2 years’ experience working with children in a school or clinical setting preferred.
- Practicing Catholic with a commitment to Catholic education and mission.
- Excellent interpersonal, communication, and problem-solving skills.
Preferred Experience
- Experience with SEL curricula (e.g., Second Step, Zones of Regulation).
- Familiarity with trauma-informed practices and restorative approaches.
- Prior experience in Catholic or private school settings.
Note: All employees are required to consent to a background check, commit to our Code of Conduct policy, and complete online and in-person trainings prior to hire.
