School Counselor

St. Joseph's Academy; Baton Rouge (LA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

St. Joseph's Academy in Baton Rouge, LA is searching for a passionate full-time School Counselor dedicated to supporting students. Candidates must possess a Master’s degree in School Counseling or Social Work along with a minimum of 2 years of experience in school counseling or mental health. This role involves meeting with students, creating presentations, and consulting with parents and faculty.

The position offers a nurturing environment conducive to academic excellence and personal growth, aligning with the values of the Sisters of St. Joseph.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in School Counseling or Social Work with licensure.
• Minimum of 2 years experience in school counseling and/or mental health.
• Working knowledge of college admissions process and career planning.

Responsibilities

• Meet individually with students.
• Create and facilitate classroom and small group presentations.
• Consult and serve as a liaison between students, parents, faculty, and administration.
• Make applications for accommodations with ACT and the College Board.
• Assist with standardized testing and attend professional workshops.
• Possess working knowledge of the college admissions process.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Presentation skills

Education

Master's degree in School Counseling or Social Work

Job description

Opening for 2026-2027 Academic Year

St. Joseph's Academy is an all-girls Catholic high school in Baton Rouge, LA. Our mission is to educate young women as responsible and unifying members of the world community. In the spirit and charism of the Sisters of St. Joseph, St. Joseph's Academy offers opportunities for faith development in the Catholic tradition, academic excellence and personal growth.

Full-time School Counselor

St. Joseph’s Academy seeks a full-time School Counselor. Preferred candidates will have a master’s degree in School Counseling or Social Work with licensure. A minimum of 2 years’ experience in school counseling and/or mental health is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Meet individually with students
• Create and facilitate classroom and small group presentations to discuss academic, personal, social, college and career issues
• Consult with and serve as a liaison between students, parents, faculty, and administration
• Make applications for 504-type accommodations with ACT and the College Board
• Assist with standardized testing and attend professional workshops, seminars, and conferences
• Possess working knowledge of the college admissions process and career planning

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in School Counseling or Social Work with licensure
• Minimum of 2 years experience in school counseling and/or mental health
• Working knowledge of college admissions process and career planning

Equal Opportunity Employer/Disabled/Veterans