School Counselor, PT, 2026=27

Catholic Charities Jacksonville; Saint Augustine (FL); On-site; USD 24,000 - 38,000; Part time

Job summary

Catholic Charities Jacksonville is seeking a School Counselor at Cathedral Parish School to provide individual and group counseling under the direction of the Principal. The role supports the Catholic mission and collaborates with teachers, parents, and staff to promote student well-being and positive behavior.

The ideal candidate holds a Master's degree and Florida guidance counselor certification or equivalent licensure, with strong communication skills and a commitment to confidentiality and

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in counseling or related field required.
• Current/state guidance counselor certificate in Florida.
• Strong communication, confidentiality and ethics.
• Experience with school-based counseling preferred.
• Able to work with students, families and staff.

Responsibilities

• Recognizes and supports Catholic mission in the school.
• Demonstrates Gospel values and faith community involvement.
• Identify and develop intervention methods for student needs.
• Serve as resource for teachers and parents on counseling.
• Collaborate with staff to plan behavior management strategies.
• Maintain documentation and student progress records.
• Guide teachers in classroom management and referrals.
• Coordinate with outside resources as needed.
• Monitor student activities and report interventions.
• Complete background check and PGC certification.

Skills

Communication skills

Organization

Multitasking

Technology proficiency

Confidentiality

Education

Master’s degree

Florida guidance counselor certificate

Florida LMHC/LMFT license

Tools

Word processing

Microsoft Excel

Job description

POSITION: SCHOOL COUNSELOR FLSA: PART-TIME EXEMPT
LOCATION: CATHEDRAL PARISH SCHOOL
REPORTS TO: PRINCIPAL

Primary Function:

Under the direction of the School Principal is responsible for providing supporting counseling individually and within a group setting to students.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Recognizes and supports the unique Catholic Mission of the school by speaking, acting, and instructing consistent with the teachings of the Catholic Church; a teacher may not espouse any doctrine inconsistent with the teachings of the Church.
• Gives evidence of lived Gospel values by being an active member of a faith community and being open to the importance of personal faith journey; strives to model the teaching of Jesus by attitude and example.
• Help build the school’s faith community by a demonstrated willingness to participate in and plan school religious and service activities
• Sets an example for students by personal adherence to Catholic Doctrine and Catholic principles of morality
• Identify and develop creative intervention methods and procedures to adapt effectively to unusual situations; participate in coordination, monitoring and reporting student interventions
• Serve as a resource specialist for teachers and parents regarding counseling needs; work cooperatively with parents to generate confidence in the teacher and school
• Work with students, parents, and staff in a compassionate and productive manner
• Assist teachers in effective planning, organizing, and implementation of strategies for optimum behavior management
• Serve as liaison to school staff and outside resources; maintain consistency and continuity in the school’s response procedures
• Provide guidance to teachers in working with student behavior and classroom management; Implement an effective referral and follow-up process
• Demonstrate exceptional counseling techniques including documentation and student tracking
• Provide appropriate information to staff related to the comprehensive school counseling program
• Assist teachers, parents/guardians and other responsible parties in interpreting and understanding student data
• Monitor and supervise student activities as appropriate.
• Perform other duties as assigned

Basic Qualifications

• A working knowledge of and a strong commitment to the mission of fostering lay leadership in the Catholic Church. If a baptized Catholic, must be a practicing Roman Catholic in full communion with the Church
• Candidates should have a Master’s degree and a current and valid state guidance counselor certificate from the Florida Department of Education or a current and valid Florida state license as Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) or Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT).
• Experience in special education preferred
• Excellent communications skills including written, verbal, public speaking, and presentation skills
• Excellent human relations and interpersonal skills; must be a self‑starter and be well‑organized; must be a team player
• Be available for evening and weekend work as necessary; have reliable transportation
• Be able to manage multiple tasks simultaneously
• Proficiency in the use of computer technology including word processing and the use of excel and related technology; ability to maintain confidentiality
• Flexibility in assessing needs and strategies and adapt appropriately in a ministerial environment
• Must be able to complete a background check and Protecting God's Children (PGC) class. For the Background Screening Clearinghouse Education and Awareness website, visit this site: https://info.flclearinghouse.com .
• Professional bearing and clean and neat personal appearance

Physical/Mental Requirements: Requires coordination and manual dexterity, normal mental and visual ability; ability to lift as required in a normal office environment.

Required Activities: Walking; sitting; standing; stooping; reaching; talking; handling; hearing; and carrying