Christian Counselor

Responsibilities

• Possess and Model a Growing Relationship with Christ
• Pursue full devotion to Jesus Christ and live a life that reflects that authenticity
• Model the fruits of the spirit in communications, relationships and daily work
• Demonstrate teachability and a willing heart for service
• Embody others-centered, servant-leadership in all interactions
• Demonstrate Trustworthy Commitment to Valor Christian High School
• Accept and uphold Valor’s values and beliefs as found in the Statement of Beliefs, Christian Community Policy, and Valor Culture
• Document Accept and abide by all affirmations in Valor’s Annual Statement of Commitment
• Be relationally involved in the life/lives of our students with a heart of service and mission
• Simply and deliberately integrate Biblical truth and Christian values into daily work
• Lead a comprehensive, multi-tiered system of student support that includes prevention, early intervention, short-term counseling, and crisis response, ensuring timely care for students with varying levels of need
• Provide solution-focused counseling and coordinated crisis support, including referrals and partnerships with external mental health providers, delivered in alignment with biblical principles, professional ethics, and Valor policy
• Design and implement initiatives that promote student flourishing, resilience, healthy relationships, and emotional, spiritual, and social well-being across the school community
• Collaborate closely with faculty, deans, families, and multidisciplinary support teams to ensure alignment with Valor’s mission, values, school culture, and desired student outcomes in spiritual formation, cultural engagement, and college preparedness
• Maintain excellence and consistency in counseling services by adhering to crisis response protocols, tiered and collaborative interventions, departmental procedures, and conducting regular quality assurance reviews to ensure alignment with counseling standards and institutional expectations
• Secondary Responsibilities:
• Serve as a trusted consultant to parents, faculty, and staff regarding students experiencing mental health, wellness, or behavioral concerns, offering guidance consistent with biblical principles and professional best practices
• Provide education and training for the Valor community in mental health awareness, well-being, and suicide prevention and intervention, equipping staff, students, and families to recognize needs and respond appropriately
• Participating member of the Measurable, Attainable, and Practical (MAP) Team, a multidisciplinary support group that brings together Deans, Academic and College Counselors, Academic Support Services, and Christian Counseling and Wellness Services to ensure holistic care and promote student flourishing
• Maintain professional licensure and liability coverage in accordance with Colorado state requirements to ensure ethical practice and provide appropriate protection in the event of a professional complaint or grievance
• Assists the Coordinator with data collection to evaluate and demonstrate the effectiveness of classroom education and departmental services
• Under the supervision of the department Coordinator, design and deliver classroom curriculum to support healthy decision-making and the pursuit of a Christian lifestyle.

Qualifications

• MA in Clinical Mental Health Counseling or related field, preferably from a Christian college, university or seminary
• Licensed Counselor with a current Colorado state license (DORA)
• Licensed Professional Counselor or Licensed Professional Counselor Candidate
• Licensed Social Worker
• Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Highly relational
• Experienced in navigating the complexities of counseling services and mental health crisis response
• Previous experience as an educator or classroom teaching experience preferred

Physical Demands

• Lift and/or move up to 25 pounds and could occasionally be required to lift and/or move up to 50 pounds
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close and distance vision, color vision, peripheral/depth perception and the ability to adjust focus
• The work environment noise level also varies

Work Environment

• Varying work environments including classroom, office, and outdoor events

Position Type

• B, Traditional school calendar with additional weeks prior to school starting and after school ends. July - June.

Hours Per Week

• Full-time, Exempt

Supervisor

• Christian Counseling and Wellness Services Coordinator

Salary Range

• $65,000 - $70,000/year

Start Date

• July 30, 2026