High School Counselor - Family Leave 26-27
About The Position
Grace Church School is seeking a High School Counselor as a leave replacement. The counselor works within a collaborative, team-based structure that emphasizes communication and collegiality. Active participation in a faculty culture of continuous learning, professional development, and intellectual growth is expected and supported. The position begins immediately and ends April 30, 2027. It may be part-time through December 18, 2026, but the candidate must be available full-time and in person from January 4, 2027 through April 30, 2027. The role serves high school students and includes counseling, crisis intervention, individual and group meetings, parent/guardian meetings, and coordination of student supports. The counselor also teaches or co-teaches health and wellness and peer leadership courses, and participates in regular meetings with administrators and the Guidance team. Grace Church School is a JK–12 independent Episcopal school in downtown New York City. It welcomes students of all faiths and none, and emphasizes academic excellence, dignity, belonging, intellectual excellence, and ethical virtue. The school encourages applications from candidates with broad and diverse backgrounds.
Requirements
- Prior experience working in a school setting as a mental health provider.
- A master's degree or higher in counseling, social work, applied psychology, clinical psychology, or a related field.
- Experience working with high school students.
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, including follow-up and use of organizational systems.
- Experience with a diverse array of learners and families.
- Ability to work in a collegial, collaborative environment.
- Familiarity with school-based computer platforms or willingness to be trained in them.
Nice To Haves
- Licensure is highly desired but not required.
- Experience using Google Suite, AugustSchools, or Blackbaud.
Responsibilities
- Provide counseling and crisis intervention to high school students and facilitate group and individual student meetings.
- Meet with parents and guardians.
- Oversee management of social/emotional evaluations and referrals.
- Serve on the student support and guidance team.
- Coordinate with counselors, learning specialists, and outside providers to design and implement interventions.
- Provide support and guidance to faculty and staff regarding students when appropriate.
- Teach or co-teach courses in health and wellness and peer leadership.
- Meet regularly with administration.
- Participate in weekly Guidance team meetings.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
