Lower School Counselor

Responsibilities

• Develop and deliver the school counseling curriculum through appropriate courses within the ES, LS and MS (grades 5-6) divisions
• Aid and support students in the areas of emotional and social development
• Collaborate with faculty, staff, and parents to better understand and meet the needs of all students
• Provide individual and small group counseling in response to identified needs
• Make appropriate referrals of students and parents to outside agencies and specialists when necessary
• Be visible in school by participating in a variety of activities that allows for the development of trust and relationships with students
• Host parent education events and communicate articles and critical information to parents
• Work in partnership with other members of the Counseling Department, Cor Cordis team, Office of Mission & Ministry, and other student support staff

Requirements

• Experience supporting girls' mental health and wellness in a school setting
• Experience working in an all-girls school, or experience in independent schools a plus
• An appropriate advanced mental health degree and licensure

Qualifications

The successful candidate will have experience supporting girls' mental health and wellness in a school setting. Experience working in an all-girls school, or experience in independent schools is a plus. The successful candidate will have an appropriate advanced mental health degree and licensure.

Pay

$36,000 to $42,000 per year

Schedule

This position is part-time