High School Counselor

The School Counselor at CHSLSJ plays a critical role in supporting students' academic, social-emotional, and postsecondary development. The Counselor ensures alignment with the school’s mission of preparing students for success in college, careers, and civic life.

Essential Responsibilities

• Assist students with academic course selection and scheduling
• Monitor student academic progress and design academic improvement plans
• Support students in developing effective study habits and time management skills
• Collaborate with teachers to support student learning and address academic concerns
• Provide guidance on college selection, applications, and admissions processes
• Support students in exploring post-secondary options including vocational training and military pathways
• Assist with financial aid, scholarship applications, and FAFSA completion
• Coordinate college fairs, visits, and career exploration events
• Provide individual and group counseling for personal, emotional, or social concerns
• Address bullying, peer conflicts, and behavioral issues through intervention and support
• Promote mental health awareness schoolwide and refer students to external services when needed.
• Create a safe, inclusive, and supportive school environment
• Respond to student crises including mental health emergencies, abuse, or trauma
• Collaborate with parents, staff, and community services during critical situations
• Develop and implement safety plans when appropriate
• Maintain accurate student records and documentation of services provided
• Serve on school leadership and student support teams
• Participate in IEP/504 meetings and assist in developing academic accommodations
• Communicate regularly with families, teachers, and administrators
• Design and implement a comprehensive school counseling program aligned with ASCA standards
• Collect and analyze data to assess program effectiveness
• Advocate for policies and practices that support student well-being and achievement

Knowledge and skills

• Able to work independently and in a self-reliant manner
• Ability to function well in a high-paced and at times, stressful environment.
• Ability to turn best practices into high-quality, goal-driven results
• Displays effective time management skills
• Experience with data management tools, organizational tools, and computer skills (Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint, and Outlook).
• Possesses strong written, oral, and interpersonal skills to communicate with a varied audience
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

• Bachelor`s in a related field
• Minimum of two years of related experience