SAP Counselor: Adolescent Student Support & Intervention

Parkside Middle School; Manchester (NH); On-site; USD 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Vision insurance

Dental insurance

HSA contributions

Retirement plan

Tuition reimbursement

Gym reimbursement

Life insurance

403(b) plan

Employee assistance

Job summary

Parkside Middle School in Manchester, NH seeks a Student Assistance Program Counselor to identify and assist students facing personal or substance-related challenges, and to run short-term counseling and support groups.

The role emphasizes collaboration with district SAP coordinators, confidentiality, and community referrals to help students stay engaged in school. Start date is immediate; grant-funded with MEA contract terms.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Counseling, Social Work, Psychology or Human Services required.
• NH Department of Education School Counselor or School Social Worker Certification preferred.
• LADAC Certification (Licensed Alcohol and Drug Counselor) an asset.
• BA degree in related field with direct experience relevant to the position.

Responsibilities

• Identify and help students with personal, family, or substance use issues impacting school performance.
• Create and establish support groups or provide short-term counseling.
• Collaborate with SAP Coordinators to promote district consistency.
• Develop policies around students’ alcohol and/or other drug violations.
• Develop prevention/education activities for students, staff and administration.
• Uphold confidentiality as required by state and federal laws.
• Provide counseling/referral services for students violating the chemical use policy.
• Coordinate with public/private agencies for student referrals.
• Support reentry plans for students returning after inpatient treatment.

Skills

Short term counseling

Group facilitation

Adolescent substance abuse counseling

Independent work

Communication with students/parents

Education

Master’s Degree in Counseling, Social Work, Psychology or Human Services

NH School Counselor or School Social Worker Certification

LADAC Certification

BA degree + relevant experience

Job description

Parkside Middle School in Manchester, NH seeks a Student Assistance Program Counselor to identify and assist students facing personal or substance-related challenges, and to run short-term counseling and support groups.

The role emphasizes collaboration with district SAP coordinators, confidentiality, and community referrals to help students stay engaged in school. Start date is immediate; grant-funded with MEA contract terms.