K-12 School Counselor (PT) — SEL & Student Wellbeing

Kaizen Lab Inc.; Winston-Salem (NC); On-site; USD 15,000 - 21,000; Part time

Job summary

K Carter G. Woodson School in Winston-Salem, NC is seeking a Part-Time School Counselor to support K–12 students with academic, emotional, and social well-being. The role involves direct counseling, crisis intervention, and collaboration with staff and families to foster a safe learning environment.

The counselor will lead SEL groups, design mental health initiatives, and participate in MTSS/RTI meetings, contributing to intervention planning and school-wide well-being efforts.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Counseling, Social Work, Psychology, or related field
• Valid North Carolina licensure (LCMHC, LCSW, or equivalent) or eligibility for licensure
• Experience working with children or adolescents in a school or clinical setting
• Strong understanding of trauma-informed practices and social-emotional development

Responsibilities

• Provide individual and small group counseling services to students experiencing emotional, behavioral, or social challenges
• Conduct risk assessments and provide crisis intervention when necessary
• Develop and implement individualized support plans for students in need
• Support students with anxiety, trauma, grief, and behavioral concerns
• Design and implement school-wide mental health initiatives and prevention programs
• Lead social-emotional learning (SEL) groups and workshops
• Promote a positive school climate focused on student well-being and resilience
• Partner with teachers, instructional leaders, and administration to support student success
• Provide strategies and resources to staff for managing student behavior and emotional needs
• Participate in MTSS/RTI meetings and contribute to intervention planning
• Communicate with families regarding student needs and provide resources/referrals as appropriate
• Connect families to external mental health and community-based services
• Support parent education initiatives related to student well-being
• Maintain accurate, confidential records of student services in compliance with federal and state regulations
• Ensure adherence to all school policies and ethical standards
• Assist with reporting and documentation for compliance and audits as needed

Education

Master’s degree in Counseling, Social Work, Psychology, or related field

Valid North Carolina licensure (LCMHC, LCSW, or equivalent) or eligibility for licensure

Job description

K Carter G. Woodson School in Winston-Salem, NC is seeking a Part-Time School Counselor to support K–12 students with academic, emotional, and social well-being. The role involves direct counseling, crisis intervention, and collaboration with staff and families to foster a safe learning environment.

The counselor will lead SEL groups, design mental health initiatives, and participate in MTSS/RTI meetings, contributing to intervention planning and school-wide well-being efforts.