Counselors - Attendance Support

Lakeside Educational Network; North Wales (Montgomery County); On-site; USD 34,440 - 55,104; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Travel reimbursement

Bi-weekly supervision

Job summary

Lakeside Educational Network in Bucks County, PA, seeks Attendance Support Counselors to assist students facing attendance challenges in elementary to high school. This fee-for-service role offers flexible hours and the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on student success.

Responsibilities include morning and after-school attendance support, developing improvement strategies, and collaborating with school staff, families, and community resources to overcome barriers.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in counseling, social work, psychology, or a related mental health field.
• Prior experience working with school-aged children and adolescents.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently with a flexible schedule.
• Knowledge of local school district policies and community resources is a plus.
• Ability to travel at least 30 minutes.

Responsibilities

• Provide attendance support to students during morning and late-afternoon windows.
• Develop and implement strategies to improve attendance and engagement.
• Collaborate with school staff, families, and community resources to address barriers.

Education

Master’s degree in counseling, social work, psychology, or related mental health field

Job description

Position

Attendance Support Counselor (Fee‑for‑Service)

Location

Bucks County, Pennsylvania (2026-2027 school year)

Overview

Lakeside Mobile Support Program seeks dedicated and compassionate Attendance Support Counselors to assist elementary, middle, and high school students facing daily attendance challenges. This role offers flexible fee‑for‑service arrangements and the opportunity to make a positive impact on student success and well‑being.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide attendance support to students between 6:30 a.m. and 8:30 a.m. and/or 3:30 p.m. and 6 p.m., depending on individual cases.
• Develop and implement strategies to improve student attendance and engagement.
• Collaborate with school staff, families, and community resources to address attendance barriers.

Benefits

Travel reimbursement and bi‑weekly supervision provided.

Requirements

• Master’s degree in counseling, social work, psychology, or a related mental health field.
• Prior experience working with school‑aged children and adolescents.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage a flexible schedule.
• Knowledge of local school district policies and community resources is a plus.
• Ability to travel at least 30 minutes.

Lakeside is an equal opportunity employer.