School Counselor (PT), 2025-26

Primary Function

Under the direction of the School Principal, is responsible for providing supportive counseling individually and within a group setting to students.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Recognizes and supports the unique Catholic Mission of the school by speaking, acting, and instructing consistent with the teachings of the Catholic Church;
• Gives evidence of lived Gospel values by being an active member of a faith community and being open to the importance of personal faith journey; strives to model the teaching of Jesus by attitude and example;
• Builds the school’s faith community by a demonstrated willingness to participate in and plan school religious and service activities;
• Sets an example for students by personal adherence to Catholic Doctrine and Catholic principles of morality;
• Identifies and develops creative intervention methods and procedures to adapt effectively to unusual situations; participates in coordination, monitoring, and reporting student interventions;
• Serves as a resource specialist for teachers and parents regarding counseling needs; works cooperatively with parents to generate confidence in the teacher and school;
• Works with students, parents, and staff in a compassionate and productive manner;
• Aids teachers in effective planning, organizing, and implementation of strategies for optimum behavior management;
• Serves as a liaison to school staff and outside resources; maintains consistency and continuity in the school’s response procedures;
• Provides guidance to teachers in working with student behavior and classroom management; implements an effective referral and follow-up process;
• Demonstrates exceptional counseling techniques including documentation and student tracking;
• Provides appropriate information to staff related to the comprehensive school counseling program;
• Affords assistance to teachers, parents/guardians, and other responsible parties in interpreting and understanding student data;
• Maintains supervision and oversight of student activities as appropriate.

Basic Qualifications

• A working knowledge of and a strong commitment to the mission of fostering lay leadership in the Catholic Church.
• If a baptized Catholic, must be a practicing Roman Catholic in full communion with the Church.
• Candidates should have a Master’s degree and a current and valid state guidance counselor certificate from the Florida Department of Education or a current and valid Florida state license as Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) or Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT).
• Experience in special education preferred.
• Excellent communications skills including written, verbal, public speaking, and presentation skills.
• Excellent human relations and interpersonal skills; must be a self-starter and be well-organized; must be a team player.
• Available for evening and weekend work as necessary; have reliable transportation.
• Be able to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Proficiency in the use of computer technology including word processing and the use of excel and related technology; ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Flexibility in assessing needs and strategies and adapt appropriately in a ministerial environment.
• Must be able to complete a background check and Protecting God's Children (PGC) class.

Physical/Mental Requirements

• Requires coordination and manual dexterity, normal mental and visual ability; ability to lift as required in a normal office environment.

Required Activities

• Walking;
• Sitting;
• Standing;
• Stooping;
• Reaching;
• Talking;
• Holding;
• Listening;
• Carrying.

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