WOW Counselor II
About The Position
WOW Counselor II staff are responsible for delivering school-based group counseling and individualized support to female-identifying students in grades 6–12 to promote emotional well-being, healthy relationships, and positive decision-making. Drawing on their academic training in counseling, social work, or psychology, WOW Counselor II staff use trauma-informed and culturally responsive practices to facilitate group sessions, provide short-term counseling as needed, and respond to student crises. They also play a key role in supporting mental health referrals and helping students navigate personal, social, and academic challenges.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in social work, counseling, or a related human service field from an approved accredited university is required
- LCSW, LCPC, or LPC (or eligibility for clinical licensure)
- Minimum of two years’ experience in school-based, clinical, or youth-serving settings.
- Familiarity with crisis intervention models, evidence-based practices, and SEL frameworks.
- Experience facilitating group counseling sessions and delivering trauma-informed care.
- Experience working in schools or youth relates systems, i.e. DCFS, juvenile detention, mental health facilities
- Demonstrated ability to build rapport and engage youth in meaningful therapeutic relationships.
- Strong case documentation and time management abilities.
- Ability to demonstrate effective written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a school-based environment.
- Cultural humility and demonstrated commitment to equity and inclusion.
- Must demonstrate creativity in engaging youth
- Provide a positive team-based approach to treatment and care working with clients
- Proficient in Microsoft Office and electronic record-keeping systems.
Nice To Haves
- Master’s degree preferred
- Bilingual highly preferred, fluent in Spanish and English
Responsibilities
- Facilitate 4-5 weekly group counseling sessions utilizing the WOW curriculum during the school day
- Participate in individual and group clinical supervision, case consultation, and fidelity coaching.
- Provide clinical assessments and psychosocial assessments as appropriately indicated by supporting students’ social-emotional development.
- Provide trauma-informed, developmentally appropriate for one-on-one support and short-term individual counseling to students as needed.
- Deliver crisis intervention, risk assessments, and safety planning in collaboration with school-based teams.
- Coordinate care and aftercare planning with families, school staff, and external service providers, including mental health referrals.
- Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation including case notes and risk assessments in accordance with program standards.
- Support program implementation by engaging school partners, providing in-service training, and participating in family engagement events.
- Collaborate with LSC, Parent Programs and the Pupil Personnel Support team
- Lead or support special projects, events, and initiatives that promote youth development, mental health awareness, and leadership.
- Participate in WOW staff development and required curriculum trainings
- Perform public relations assignments as requested
- Other duties assigned
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
