Elementary School Adjustment Counselor and Wraparound Lead

Thomas W. Hamilton Elementary School; Weymouth (MA); On-site; USD 57,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

Weymouth Public Schools' Thomas W. Hamilton Elementary School in Weymouth, Massachusetts is hiring a School Adjustment Counselor to provide social-emotional and behavioral support to students and families.

The role is full-time, 183 days plus 10 paid days, split 50/50 between direct counseling and coordinating district wraparound services. Qualifications include a Master’s in Social Work, Counseling, or related field and Massachusetts licensure; LICSW or LMHC preferred.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Social Work, Counseling, Psychology, or related field.
• Massachusetts licensure as a School Adjustment Counselor/School Social Worker.
• Massachusetts DESE licensure as a School Adjustment Counselor.
• Demonstrated knowledge of child and adolescent development.
• Experience providing school-based counseling services.
• Strong knowledge of community resources and family support systems.
• Excellent interpersonal, organizational, and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage a counseling caseload through individual and group counseling services tailored to students’ social-emotional needs
• Develop, implement, and monitor Social-Emotional Learning (SEL) interventions and behavior support plans
• Work with families, teachers, administrators, and community partners to coordinate care and improve student outcomes
• Establish and maintain comprehensive records of counseling services, assessments, and referrals
• Maintain compliance with state and district protocols regarding mandated reporting, confidentiality, and student safety.
• Ensure timely crisis response, risk assessments, safety planning, and coordination with mental health providers.
• Support school-wide SEL initiatives, restorative practices, and positive behavior systems.
• Participate in multidisciplinary team meetings, including IEP, 504, and SIT processes.
• Provide consultation to staff regarding student behavior, trauma-sensitive practice, and classroom interventions.
• Assist in transition planning for students returning from hospitals, placements, or extended absences.
• Coordinate and support the comprehensive districtwide wraparound services program for students and families.
• Serve as the district liaison with community agencies, mental health providers, healthcare organizations, social service agencies, and family support organizations.
• Coordinate referrals to community resources, including: Mental health counseling; Food assistance; Housing supports; Medical services; Substance abuse treatment; Family stabilization services; Transportation assistance.
• Build and maintain partnerships with local, regional, and state agencies to expand available services.
• Coordinate district participation in community resource initiatives and collaborative partnerships.
• Support families in navigating insurance, community services, and available resources.
• Monitor service utilization and identify gaps in community supports.
• Assist schools in developing intervention plans for students experiencing significant social, emotional, behavioral, attendance, or family challenges.

Skills

Counseling experience

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Education

Master's degree in Social Work/Counseling/Psychology

Massachusetts licensure as School Adjustment Counselor/School Social Worker

Massachusetts DESE licensure as School Adjustment Counselor

LICSW or LMHC (preferred)

Job description

Weymouth Public Schools' Thomas W. Hamilton Elementary School in Weymouth, Massachusetts is hiring a School Adjustment Counselor to provide social-emotional and behavioral support to students and families.

The role is full-time, 183 days plus 10 paid days, split 50/50 between direct counseling and coordinating district wraparound services. Qualifications include a Master’s in Social Work, Counseling, or related field and Massachusetts licensure; LICSW or LMHC preferred.