Guidance - SC-Guidance Counselor

St. Vincent de Paul; Hammond (LA); Sur place; USD 42 000 - 65 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

St. Thomas Aquinas Regional Catholic High School in Hammond, LA is seeking a dedicated Guidance Counselor to support students’ academic journeys, personal growth, and vocational discernment within a Christ-centered environment.

The counselor will guide course selection, monitor progress, maintain transcripts, and assist with college applications, essays, and financial aid. Counseling and collaboration with families and staff are essential to student success.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in School Counseling, Counseling, Psychology, or related field.
• State certification/licensure in School Counseling (or eligibility).
• Experience in high school counseling preferred.
• Practicing Catholic in good standing strongly preferred; must support Catholic mission.
• Strong communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills.

Responsabilités

• Academic Support: guide students in course selection, scheduling, and academic planning to meet graduation requirements and goals.
• College & Career Guidance: assist with college exploration, applications, and financial aid resources; organize events.
• Personal & Social Development: provide confidential counseling and referrals; foster an inclusive school climate.
• Faith & Values Integration: support spiritual development and model Catholic values; collaborate with ministry and staff.

Connaissances

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Formation

Master’s degree in School Counseling

State certification/licensure in School Counseling

Description du poste

Position Type: Full-Time
Location: St. Thomas Aquinas Regional Catholic High School, Hammond, LA
Reports to: Principal

Overview

St. Thomas Aquinas, a Catholic high school committed to the spiritual, academic, and personal formation of young people, seeks a dedicated and compassionate Guidance Counselor to join our faculty and support students in their academic journey, personal growth, and vocational discernment. The counselor plays an essential role in fostering a Christ-centered environment that encourages students to realize their God-given potential.

Key Responsibilities

Academic Support

• Guide students in course selection, scheduling, and academic planning to ensure graduation requirements and post-secondary goals are met.
• Monitor academic progress and collaborate with teachers, parents, and administrators to support student success.
• Maintain accurate student records, update transcripts, and ensure timely submission to colleges, universities, and scholarship programs.
• Update and maintain the Student Transcript System (STS) and other school data systems.

College & Career Guidance

• Assist students with college, vocational, and career exploration in alignment with their interests, talents, and Catholic values.
• Support students with the college application process, including essays, recommendation letters, transcript submissions, and financial aid resources.
• Communicate regularly with families regarding college and career planning timelines, opportunities, and requirements.
• Organize and oversee annual college and career fairs, workshops, and informational sessions.

Personal & Social Development

• Provide confidential, short-term counseling and support for students facing personal, social, or emotional challenges.
• Facilitate referrals to outside counseling or support services when appropriate.
• Foster an inclusive, safe, and respectful school climate consistent with Catholic teaching.

Faith & Values Integration

• Support the spiritual development of students, encouraging them to integrate faith into decision-making and personal growth.
• Model Catholic values in interactions with students, parents, and colleagues.
• Collaborate with campus ministry, teachers, and administrators to ensure holistic student formation.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in School Counseling, Counseling, Psychology, or related field.
• State certification/licensure in School Counseling (or eligibility for certification).
• Experience in high school counseling preferred.
• Practicing Catholic in good standing strongly preferred; must be supportive of the mission and teachings of the Catholic Church.
• Strong communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively with faculty, staff, parents, and the wider school community.

Additional Requirements

• Commitment to safeguarding and promoting the well-being of all students.
• Willingness to participate in ongoing professional development.
• Flexibility to work occasional evenings/weekends for parent meetings or school events.