School Counselor, PT, 2026=27

About the role

Under the direction of the School Principal, this part-time exempt position provides individual and group counseling to students while supporting the unique Catholic Mission of the school. The role requires adherence to Catholic teachings in both speech and conduct, active participation in the school’s faith community, and modeling of Gospel values.

Responsibilities

• Recognize and support the Catholic Mission of the school by speaking, acting, and instructing consistent with Church teachings.
• Demonstrate lived Gospel values through active membership in a faith community and openness to personal faith journey.
• Build the school’s faith community by participating in and planning religious and service activities.
• Model Catholic doctrine and principles of morality for students.
• Identify and develop creative intervention methods to adapt to unusual situations; coordinate, monitor, and report student interventions.
• Serve as a resource specialist for teachers and parents regarding counseling needs; work cooperatively with parents to build confidence in the school.
• Work with students, parents, and staff in a compassionate and productive manner.
• Assist teachers in planning, organizing, and implementing strategies for behavior management.
• Serve as liaison to school staff and outside resources; maintain consistency in the school’s response procedures.
• Provide guidance to teachers on student behavior and classroom management; implement effective referral and follow-up processes.
• Demonstrate exceptional counseling techniques including documentation and student tracking.
• Provide staff with information related to the comprehensive school counseling program.
• Assist teachers, parents/guardians, and responsible parties in interpreting and understanding student data.
• Monitor and supervise student activities as appropriate.

Basic Qualifications

• A working knowledge of and strong commitment to fostering lay leadership in the Catholic Church.
• If a baptized Catholic, must be a practicing Roman Catholic in full communion with the Church.
• 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 communication skills including written, verbal, public speaking, and presentation skills.
• Excellent human relations and interpersonal skills; self-starter, well-organized, and a team player.
• Availability for evening and weekend work as necessary; reliable transportation.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Proficiency in computer technology including word processing and Excel; ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Flexibility in assessing needs and strategies and adapting appropriately in a ministerial environment.
• Ability to complete a background check and Protecting God's Children (PGC) class.
• Professional bearing and clean, neat personal appearance.

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; handling; hearing; and carrying.