HS Counselor

Skyview Academy•Highlands Ranch, CO

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The School Social Worker at SkyView Academy (SVA) provides comprehensive social-emotional support services to students and families in order to promote academic success and overall well-being. The School Social Worker serves as a resource to administrators and teachers regarding mental health, behavioral interventions, crisis response, family engagement, and community resources. The School Social Worker collaborates with the Director of Student Support Services, Executive Director, and other members of the Administrative Team to ensure school-wide practices align with SVA’s vision and mission while supporting students’ social, emotional, and behavioral development.

Requirements

Master’s Degree in Social Work (MSW) required
Current Colorado Department of Education Special Services License as a School Social Worker required
Demonstrated skill in crisis prevention, assessment, and intervention
Knowledge of child and adolescent development (PreK–12)
Experience supporting students with behavioral and emotional disabilities
Excellent documentation, case management, and record-keeping skills
Proficient in the use of technology
Demonstrates empathy, cultural competence, and the ability to build strong relationships with students and families
Strong communication skills with students, parents/guardians, and staff

Nice To Haves

Experience working in a school setting preferred
Strong knowledge of special education law, IEP processes, and MTSS/RTI frameworks
Successful candidates will be exceptional leaders, communicators, and enthusiastic about the SkyView Academy charter school model, which values Core Knowledge, Classical/College Prep curriculum, foreign language, character education, and service to the community.
Previous experience in a PreK–12 educational setting
Passion for supporting the whole child: academic, social, emotional, and behavioral development
Commitment to developing a whole-school culture that provides appropriate structure for preschool–12th grade
Precise, persuasive, and effective interpersonal communication and writing skills
Entrepreneurial attitude, sound decision-making, and well-developed case management skills
Ability to work collaboratively while maintaining professional boundaries
Accountable for personal actions and decisions, and comfortable holding others accountable
Accessible and open-minded approach to students, staff, parents, and community
Dedication to being a respectable leader and role model within the school and community

Responsibilities

Provide individual and group counseling to students related to academic concerns, behavioral issues, social challenges, and emotional well-being.
Work with students individually regarding personal concerns related to home and family relationships, health, school performance, and emotional adjustment.
Create and maintain confidential, accurate, and complete student records in compliance with applicable laws, policies, and regulations.
Collaborate with parents, teachers, counselors, and administrators regarding student academic, behavioral, and social-emotional needs.
Meet with parents and guardians to discuss student progress and serve as a resource regarding student development and postsecondary planning.
Serve as a resource within the school community for academic, social-emotional, and crisis intervention support.
Assist students in developing four-year academic plans aligned to graduation requirements and postsecondary goals.
Guide students and families through the college admissions process, including college selection, applications, essays, recommendation requests, and enrollment decisions.
Support students in career exploration and career readiness planning through interest inventories, pathway exploration, internships, job shadowing opportunities, military options, workforce development programs, and career assessments.
Provide information and support regarding scholarships, FAFSA completion, financial aid opportunities, and postsecondary funding resources.
Coordinate and facilitate college and career readiness events including college fairs, career fairs, financial aid nights, college application workshops, and informational meetings.
Develop and maintain relationships with colleges, universities, trade schools, military representatives, apprenticeship programs, and local business partners.
Analyze student outcome data related to college acceptance, career placement, scholarship attainment, and postsecondary readiness to improve programming and services.
Advocate for and assist in the planning, development, scheduling, enrollment, and implementation of programs that enhance students' educational experiences, career opportunities, college readiness, and social-emotional well-being.
Advise and participate in the development and enhancement of a school culture that promotes professional growth, cultural proficiency, character development, and excellence in student learning.
Specific responsibilities may include scheduling, workshops, parent meetings, event planning, college and career programming, crisis management, and other duties as assigned.