School Adjustment Counselor

Central Catholic High School; Lawrence (MA); On-site; USD 62,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Delta Dental

FSA & DCA

403(b) Retirement Plan

Life Insurance

Tuition benefit for children

Job summary

Central Catholic High School is seeking a dedicated School Adjustment Counselor for the 2026-2027 academic year in Massachusetts. The role involves supporting students on caseload, crisis interventions, and collaboration with teachers, parents, and staff.

A strong understanding of IEPs and district policies is essential. The candidate should hold at least a bachelor’s degree, with a master’s preferred, and experience with at-risk students.

Qualifications

• Ability to apply current research and theory in education.
• Plan and implement lessons aligned to objectives and student needs.
• Communicate clearly in oral and written form; present information effectively.

Responsibilities

• Maintain effective communication with staff, parents and administration.
• Provide crisis intervention and support to students as needed.
• Maintain accurate student records and prepare caseload reports.

Skills

Communication

Collaboration

Leadership

Problem-solving

Data collection

Organizational skills

Technology use

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree preferred

Experience with at-risk students

Job description

• Summary
• Essential Duties & Responsibilities
• Required Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities
• Education/Experience
• Licenses/Certifications
• Compensation: Salary & Benefits

Summary

Central Catholic High School (CCHS) is seeking a dedicated School Adjustment Counselor for the 2026-2027 Academic Year.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Consistent communication and consultation to applicable members of school staff (teachers, paraprofessionals, administration, counselor, etc.) to support students on caseload.
• Contribute positively to school climate.
• Work with parents, teachers and staff to address various social, emotional and behavioral needs of students.
• In collaboration with building administration and faculty, may provide direct services to individuals or groups of students (e.g., counseling, crisis interventions, and individual safety plans, when appropriate).
• Teach socially acceptable behavior, as determined by the students' individualized education programs (IEPs) by employing techniques in an overall positive behavioral support system.
• Meet with parents to discuss their children's progress and to determine priorities for their children and their individualized educational needs.
• Maintain accurate and complete student records and prepare reports on assigned caseload, as required by laws, district policies, and administrative regulations.
• Provide crisis intervention, as needed, for students and those in inclusive classrooms.
• Assist in collection of data for providing appropriate classroom interventions.
• Serve as a member of a multidisciplinary team as appropriate.
• Maintain professional competence by participating in staff development activities, curriculum development meetings, and other professional opportunities.
• Assist in the task of operating the school as a community of cooperative and constructive members.
• Maintains an understanding of the philosophies and principles utilized in District-wide programs.
• Demonstrates an understanding of definitions, etiology, & characteristics of students' disabilities.
• Follows state and federal special education regulations, as outlined in the IDEA.

Required Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

• Ability to apply knowledge of current research and theory in the educational field
• Ability to plan and implement lessons based on district and school objectives and the needs and abilities of students to whom assigned
• Ability to communicate clearly and concisely both in oral and written form
• Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups including staff, parents and the general public
• Ability to read, analyze and interpret professional periodicals and journals, technical procedures and governmental regulations
• Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals
• Ability to use reasoning ability to evaluate information and determine/recommend an appropriate course of action
• Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts and draw valid conclusions
• Ability to use professional literature, evidence-based research, and continuing education content to make practice decisions
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with students, parents, staff and the community
• Ability to work independently, prioritize tasks and manage several projects simultaneously
• Uses instructional technology appropriately and works with students to facilitate their use of instructional technology
• Ability to perform duties with awareness of all district requirements, state and federal laws, and Board of Education policies
• Knowledge of special education procedures to maintain appropriate confidential records
• Ability/willingness to plan, coordinate, conduct and participate in ongoing professional and staff development
• Ability to operate a computer and related software
• Experience evaluating student skills and writing reports to interpret/summarize findings
• Strong collaborative, teaching, coaching and leadership skills to support student programming and work in a team setting
• Strong problem-solving skills to support student success
• Strong data-collection skills to help to inform decisions for students
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Strong organizational skills to balance the demands of a multi-tasking position
• A proactive and solution focused approach to meeting student needs

Education/Experience

• Minimum of baccalaureate degree, master's degree preferred.
• Experience and/or understanding of at-risk students; learning interventions, low achieving students, adolescent development and motivational strategies preferred.

Licenses/Certifications

• Valid MA DESE School Social Worker/School Adjustment Counselor certification.

Compensation: Salary & Benefits

Central Catholic High School offers a competitive salary commensurate with experience.

The anticipated salary range for this position is $61,788 - $94,614 (compensation is based on education and experience) with a comprehensive benefits package.

Benefits Include

• HMO Health Insurance Plan with a Health Reimbursement Account (HRA)
• Dental insurance through Delta Dental
• A cafeteria plan with Flexible Spending Account (FSA) & Dependent Care Account (DCA)
• 403(b) Retirement Plan through Fidelity Investments with employer contribution
• Life Insurance coverage for two times salary (Employer pays 100% of the premium)
• Voluntary supplemental Life Insurance and Long-Term Disability coverage
• Central Catholic tuition benefit offered for children of full-time employees