School Counselor

About The Position The School Counselor is responsible for supporting the emotional wellbeing of our students individually and collectively within a residential community. The School Counselor works with the Counseling Office, Health Center staff, Academic Office, and the Deans’ Office to coordinate efforts that meet the needs of individual students, as well as cultivate a comprehensive and developmentally appropriate wellness program. The School Counselor must hold an advanced degree in counseling, social work, or a related field and have a minimum of five years of experience in individual counseling or acute crisis services. Candidates must be licensed or eligible for licensure in the state of Massachusetts. Experience with a strong understanding of adolescents and the boarding school environment is strongly preferred. This is a full-time, exempt, salaried staff position that follows the academic year schedule, with vacation time typically scheduled during the summer recess and school breaks. This position does not come with school provided housing. Department/Office: Health Services Reports to: Director of Health Services Status & Schedule: Full-time Staff, Exempt, 40 hours per week Key Responsibilities Provide individual counseling services to students through scheduled appointments and drop-in support, and make referrals to outside providers or community resources as appropriateConduct and coordinate student mental health assessments, crisis response, and ongoing support planningMaintain timely and appropriate communication with members of the Counseling Office, Deans' Office, Academic Office, Health Center, and Head of School's Office to support student wellbeing while maintaining appropriate confidentialityServe as a mental health resource for faculty and staff, providing consultation to advisors, dorm parents, teachers, and coaches to support student successParticipate in and support the Peer Listening ProgramServe as a member of the Health Committee and collaborate on initiatives that promote student health and wellbeingAssist in coordinating student medical and mental health leaves, including planning for students' return to campusCollaborate with the Director of Student Wellbeing in addition to the Director of Health Services and other school partners to develop and deliver health and wellness education programming for studentsBuild positive relationships with students by maintaining an active presence in the daily life of the school, including participation in campus events and community activitiesEngage in ongoing professional development Perform other duties as assigned in support of the Counseling Office and the School On-Call Requirements: This position includes on-call responsibilities approximately two weekdays per week and every other weekend. On-call duties involve being available for urgent student support needs outside of regular business hours. Required Skills And Abilities Excellent interpersonal, written, verbal, presentation, active listening, and organizational skills.Demonstrate cultural competence and experience working effectively with individuals from diverse backgrounds and perspectives.Knowledge of current research, best practices, and trends related to adolescent mental health, development, and behavior.Ability to build trusting relationships with adolescents while demonstrating patience, empathy, sound judgment, boundaries, and professionalism.Strong collaboration skills and the ability to work effectively with colleagues across academic, residential, health, and administrative departments.Commitment to supporting Tabor Academy's mission and contributing positively to the life of the school community.Willingness to engage meaningfully in campus life to foster strong relationships with students and a deep understanding of the community.Ability to work independently, manage multiple priorities, maintain confidentiality, and exercise sound professional judgment.Demonstrate self-awareness, adaptability, and a commitment to ongoing professional learning and development. Licensure Requirement: Candidates must be license-eligible in the state of Massachusetts at the time of hire. While we welcome applicants who are currently licensed in another state (e.g., Rhode Island), they must either hold or obtain independent clinical licensure in Massachusetts (e.g., LICSW, LMHC, or equivalent) by the School’s designated deadline to remain in the role beyond the current academic year. School counselor certification is not required, as this position adheres to clinical licensure standards rather than school-based certification. Please note this is a school therapist role, not a college counseling role. Qualifications An advanced degree in counseling or social workA minimum of 5 years of experience in outpatient counseling or crisis intervention experienceStrong preference will be given to candidates with experience in:Secondary school environmentsResidential communities or boarding schools Salary Range: $75,000 - $95,000 To Apply Electronic materials only, please. If interested, please send cover letter and resume with "Counselor" in the subject line to employment@taboracademy.org.