Long-Term School Counselor & LCSW (MTSS/BARR)

Servingschools; Deer Isle (ME); On-site; USD 47,000 - 77,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Supportive work environment

Job summary

Servingschools, Deer Isle-Stonington Elementary School, seeks a long-term substitute School Counselor/LCSW to support PK-8 students’ academic, social-emotional, and behavioral needs. This role emphasizes collaboration with teachers and families within a data-driven MTSS framework.

The position supports the district's BARR initiative and requires licensure in Maine with appropriate endorsements; commitment to creating a safe, inclusive learning environment is essential.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in School Counseling/Social Work (MSW) or closely related field.
• Current LCSW license in Maine or eligibility.
• Maine certification as School Counselor (075) or School Social Worker (093) or eligible.
• Knowledge of comprehensive school counseling programs aligned with ASCA standards.
• Strong interpersonal, organizational and communication skills.
• Experience or interest in MTSS and data-driven practices.
• Commitment to relationship-based student support and collaboration.
• Ability to work effectively within a team-oriented, multidisciplinary school environment.

Responsibilities

• Providing individual and small-group clinical counseling services to students
• Conducting assessments, risk evaluations, and crisis intervention as needed
• Supporting students’ academic planning, growth, and post-secondary readiness
• Providing/Supporting social-emotional, behavioral/mental health needs and short-term counseling services
• Collaborating with teachers, families, and administrators to support student success and coordinate care
• Participating in and supporting implementation of the BARR model
• Using data-informed practices to identify and support students at risk
• Promoting a safe, inclusive, and positive school climate

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Team collaboration

MTSS/data-driven practices

Education

Master’s degree in School Counseling/Social Work

LCSW license in Maine or eligibility

Maine certification (075 or 093) or eligibility

Job description

Servingschools, Deer Isle-Stonington Elementary School, seeks a long-term substitute School Counselor/LCSW to support PK-8 students’ academic, social-emotional, and behavioral needs. This role emphasizes collaboration with teachers and families within a data-driven MTSS framework.

The position supports the district's BARR initiative and requires licensure in Maine with appropriate endorsements; commitment to creating a safe, inclusive learning environment is essential.