School Counselor

Archdiocese of St. Louis • Eureka, MO

2d • Onsite

About The Position

The Archdiocese of St. Louis Catholic Education and Formation features an expansive coalition of schools that allow our children to develop a sense of purpose and value, receive a higher quality education, join a welcoming community and feel secure in a a dynamic future. We have a rich history, with its establishment 200 years ago by St. Rose Phillppine Duchesne. A coalition of schools serving over 50,000 students (PreK-12) within an 11-county area. The educational experience provided to our students and their families is rooted in a higher calling from God to honor and celebrate the gifts He has given us. We are seeking a compassionate, collaborative, and student-centered School Counselor to join our Catholic school community. The School Counselor supports the academic, social, emotional, and spiritual well-being of students while fostering a safe, caring, and faith-filled learning environment. Working closely with students, families, faculty, and administration, the School Counselor provides individual and small-group counseling, classroom guidance, consultation, and referrals to help students develop the skills needed to succeed academically, socially, and emotionally.

Requirements

• Master's degree in School Counseling, Counseling, Social Work, or a related field.
• Appropriate state certification or licensure as required.
• Knowledge of child and adolescent development, social-emotional learning, and evidence-based counseling practices.
• Strong communication, collaboration, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality while exercising sound professional judgment.
• Excellent organizational and problem-solving abilities.
• Commitment to working collaboratively with faculty, families, and administration.
• Support for the mission and values of Catholic education.

Nice To Haves

• Experience working with children and adolescents in a school setting is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide individual and small-group counseling to support students' academic, social, emotional, and behavioral development.
• Develop and implement a comprehensive school counseling program that serves students across all grade levels.
• Teach classroom guidance lessons focused on social-emotional learning, character development, conflict resolution, and personal responsibility.
• Collaborate with teachers and administrators to identify and support students experiencing academic, behavioral, or emotional challenges.
• Partner with parents and guardians to support student success and well-being.
• Assist with crisis intervention and provide appropriate support during student or family emergencies.
• Make referrals to community agencies and mental health providers when appropriate.
• Participate in student support meetings and collaborate with intervention teams.
• Maintain accurate, confidential student records in accordance with professional and legal standards.
• Promote a positive school climate that reflects Catholic values of compassion, respect, dignity, and service.
• Support school-wide initiatives that foster student wellness and character development.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the principal.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level