Upper School Psychologist / Counselor

Brearley School•New York, NY

3d•$105,000 - $125,000

About The Position

The Brearley School Upper School Psychologist / Counselor Reporting to the Director of Counseling and Wellness and the Head of Upper School Student Life, the Upper School Psychologist/Counselor partners with Student Life to support students in Grades 9–12, advancing their social, emotional, and psychological well-being in a rigorous academic environment. The Psychologist/Counselor brings expertise in working with adolescents and families, providing individual and small-group counseling, delivering classroom instruction, and collaborating with administrators on student needs and division-wide initiatives. They work closely with teachers, grade heads, and advisors to promote well-being, strengthen relationships, and foster an inclusive school culture. This role is part of a K–12 team of mental health professionals collaborating across divisions to ensure continuity of care and shared best practices. About the School Founded in 1884, Brearley's mission has long combined outstanding academics with an insistence on a larger purpose: A passionate exchange of ideas within the School's walls that prepares girls of adventurous intellect and diverse backgrounds to put their knowledge and habits of mind to meaningful use in the wider world. A center of intellectual exuberance, the School offers an extraordinary program to girls from across and beyond New York City, attracting and developing a dynamic and committed faculty, who, along with a talented staff, instill in Brearley students a love of learning, an ability to think critically and creatively, a deep curiosity about the world and a pioneering spirit. We believe that a Brearley education is not for oneself alone. Every member of our community plays a vital role in shaping the School today and for the future, cultivating the joy of lifelong learning and lasting friendships, the confidence to pursue one’s ambitions and a commitment to the greater good. In pursuit of this goal, we actively strive to build, nurture and sustain a diverse faculty and student body. We are committed to creating an inclusive, equitable and antiracist/anti-biased school community, and we expect faculty, staff, students, parents and trustees to pursue meaningful change through deliberate and measurable actions. Brearley recently announced a “Free Tuition” program for families with incomes of $100,000 or less and without significant assets. Learn more by visiting our website.

Requirements

Licensed Mental Health Counselor or LCSW (Licensed Clinical Social Worker) required; PhD or PsyD in clinical or school psychology preferred
3–5 years of relevant experience in a school setting
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Demonstrated ability to work effectively with adolescents and partner with families
Experience leading or contributing to faculty professional development
Commitment to the School’s mission, values, and community
Cultural competence and a demonstrated commitment to diversity, equity, and belonging
Collaborative, approachable, and adaptable, with the ability to build relationships across all constituencies
High level of professionalism, initiative, and follow-through
Sound judgment, discretion, and the ability to manage confidential information
Commitment to ongoing professional growth

Responsibilities

Provide direct support to Upper School students, addressing social, emotional, behavioral, and mental health needs
Deliver crisis intervention and trauma-informed support, and contribute to division-wide crisis response planning
Facilitate small group counseling to build healthy coping strategies and resilience
Partner with families to support student well-being and develop individualized support plans
Collaborate closely with Upper School Student Life on all aspects of student social, emotional, and mental health
Participate in the Student Support Team, helping assess needs and guide coordinated support strategies
Develop and implement student support plans in partnership with leadership, learning specialists, nurses, faculty, families, and external providers
Partner with Upper School leadership to design and sustain programs that promote a healthy, balanced student experience, including parent and family engagement
Lead and advise student-centered initiatives and interventions that respond to emerging needs
Work with grade heads, advisors, and teachers to ensure a consistent, positive, and engaging student experience
Maintain accurate and confidential student records, including meeting notes and support documentation

Benefits

Benefits offered to eligible employees include a range of options for health insurance coverage with generous employer contributions across the plans; an HSA plan; pre-tax transit benefits; long-term disability insurance; a retirement plan that includes a school contribution starting at 10% of salary with no mandatory employee contribution; a sabbatical program; breakfast and lunch without charge; support for professional growth and development; and the opportunity to participate in a community based on collaboration, mutual care, and a commitment to the greater good.
Faculty may also apply for housing in a nearby Brearley-owned building at favorable rates.

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