About Job

JobID: 2264

Position Type:
Student Support Services

Date Posted:
5/19/2023

Location:
505 Washington Blvd Oak Park IL 60302

Date Available:
07/2025

DESCRIPTION: To serve as an advocate for Fenwick students and an advisor in academic, personal, and college issues as they arise during our students’ time here at Fenwick High School.

QUALIFICATIONS: Recognizing that Fenwick High School is firmly grounded in the Catholic faith and Dominican intellectual tradition, candidates will be expected to embrace the School’s mission and values. Preference will be given to individuals who possess the required background and experience:

Job Function:

Meet with students throughout the school year to assess their academic and social progress.

Mediate when issues arise between students and teachers.

Mediate when student behavioral issues arise with the Deans. In addition, work with the Deans when needed on issues of student comportment.

Assist students with scheduling of classes for subsequent years.

If needed, help students with psycho-social issues that may arise and refer students out to professional therapists or programs. Also refer students to the Social Worker.

Help students to learn and utilize the Naviance computer program.

Guide students when they take the PSAT, ACT and SAT tests.

Meet with parents as needed.

Work with students as they navigate the college selection and application process.

Job Qualifications/Requirements: (Knowledge/Experience)

Bachelor’s Degree
Master’s Degree in School Counseling or Social Work and Type 73 certification required.

At least 2 years of experience in student counseling.
Ability to counsel students from diverse economic and cultural backgrounds and with varying learning styles and academic abilities;
Strong technology/computer skills including familiarity with Naviance, Blackbaud, various on-line search engines, on-line forms, and facility using multiple technological tools;
Excellent organizational skills, flexibility, and a willingness to collaborate with other members of the team;
Creativity, enthusiasm and the ability to establish personal relationships with students and parents;
Highly effective listening, writing, and public speaking skills;
Demonstrated interest in being significantly involved in professional organizations;
Willingness to work nights and weekends as needed; and
High level of integrity, strong work ethic, and confidence.

EDUCATION: Bachelor’s degree; master’s degree preferred.

SALARY & BENEFITS: This is a full-time, 10-month position with summer commitments. Salary is negotiable and commensurate with experience and qualifications.