College Placement Coordinator/Wellness Counselor

POSITION: College Placement Coordinator/Wellness Counselor

JOB DESCRIPTION: The College Placement Coordinator/Wellness Counselor plays a vital role in supporting the academic, post-secondary, social-emotional, and development of students through a comprehensive counseling program aligned with the school’s mission and values. Working collaboratively with students, families, faculty, administrators, and outside professionals, the counselor fosters a supportive and inclusive environment that promotes college readiness, student well-being, academic success, and personal growth. The ideal candidate is committed to helping students navigate their educational journey while preparing them for future opportunities and lifelong success.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Experience with college counseling and selective college admissions preferred
• Passion for working with young people and supporting academic success and college readiness
• Experience working with middle and/or high school students in a college preparatory or independent school setting preferred
• Bachelor’s degree in School Counseling, Counseling Psychology, Social Work, or a related field required; Master’s degree, certification, and/or licensure preferred
• Strong communication and collaboration skills with students, families, faculty, and administrators
• Strong understanding of adolescent development and student wellness
• Ability to support students’ academic, social-emotional, and personal growth
• Ability to help students balance academic expectations with personal well-being
• Excellent organizational skills, professionalism, and discretion
• Commitment to fostering an inclusive, supportive, and student-centered community

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

College Counseling:

• Manage a caseload and guide students through the college search, application, and decision-making process
• Support students in developing balanced, individualized college lists aligned with academic, personal, and financial goals
• Assist students/families through the application process. This includes help with essay writing, exploring scholarships opportunities, and applying for financial aid
• Collaborating and communicating with families throughout their daughter’s college application journey
• Plan and deliver college counseling programs, workshops, and informational sessions
• Coordinate college representative visits and on-campus admissions events
• Administer standardized testing including the SAT, PSAT, and AP exams
• Plan and organize the Linden Hall Career Fair
• Connect students with summer learning and enrichment opportunities
• Coordinate and oversee dual enrollment programming
• Stay current on college admissions trends and best practices
• Collaborate with academic leadership to maintain the school profile and related college counseling materials
• Track and analyze college admission outcomes to support program improvement
• Build and maintain relationships with college admissions representatives
• Teach college counseling or post-secondary planning courses as assigned

Academic & Student Life Support:

• Partner with the Director of Student Affairs and academic leadership to support advisory programming, student wellness initiatives, and student transition support.
• Assist with new student orientation, onboarding in collaboration with the Student Life Office.
• Plan and facilitate educational programming for students, families, and faculty related to student wellness, academic planning, and post-secondary preparation

Student Support & Counseling:

• Provide regular counseling and check-ins to support student well-being
• Coordinate student support services and communicate with families, providers, and school staff
• Collaborate with stakeholders to support academic, social-emotional, and behavioral needs
• Maintain accurate and confidential student records

NON-ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Participate in evening and weekend student programming and community events as needed.
• Support additional advising, student support, or community responsibilities as assigned.

Benefits:

• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person