SCHOOL BASED COUNSELOR

TRI-COUNTY COMMUNITY ACTION AGENCY•Bridgeton, NJ

3d•$60,000 - $65,000•Onsite

About The Position

School-based counselors provide and deliver school-based services that improve student outcomes. School-based counselors provide individual and group counseling sessions to youth in grades k-12. School-based counselors work within the school system to assist in supporting youth’s social, emotional, behavioral and academic well-being.

Requirements

Master’s Degree
Minimum of a Master’s degree in psychology, counseling, social work, or a related field.
Meet all necessary state licensure requirements for NJ
Minimum of one-year therapy experience in an outpatient or in-home setting.
Must have experience with utilizing short-term therapy modalities.
Knowledgeable of the DSM-5
Must obtain personal liability insurance upon hiring
Excellent interpersonal communication skills with the ability to actively listen
Solid relationship-building capabilities
Good verbal and written communication skills
A positive and compassionate attitude
Keen attention to detail
Ability to effectively manage time and prioritize needs
Willingness to stay updated on new treatments, protocols, and licensure requirements within the field
Passion for advancing in the mental health field
Ability to work independently or as part of a team
Able to maintain a flexible schedule

Nice To Haves

Licensed or licensed-eligible counselor or social worker preferred.

Responsibilities

Schedule and Conduct regular mental and behavioral counseling sessions with youth in grades k-12
Establish positive and trusting relationships with youth and school personnel
Collaborate with school personnel to determine how best to meet youth’s needs
Implement various treatments and protocols to provide guidance and appropriately address youth needs
Ability to accurately diagnose based on youth’s symptoms
Continually assess progression/regression of youth and provide the proper ongoing treatments
Educate and involve family members or other loved ones in the treatment process when necessary
Collaborate with outside agencies, as necessary, to ensure continuity of care
Record and maintain adequate documentation (intake forms, biopsychosocial assessment, treatment plans, progress notes, mental health inventories, etc.)
Maintain neat and organized files and workspace
When required, refer youth to outside sources or agencies that can better address their specific needs
Maintain the strictest confidentiality of each youth
Maintain all required licenses and certifications
Provide mental health related trainings and attend community meetings as needed
Participate in weekly supervision and staff meetings
Assist with outreach efforts