School Counselor/Social Worker – Middle and High School

MEMSPA; Michigan; On-site; USD 41,000 - 55,000; Part time

Job summary

Grandville Calvin Christian Schools is seeking a part-time School Counselor/Social Worker to support middle and high school students on Fridays. The role involves counseling, guidance, and coordination with families and community resources to enhance student well‑being and academic success.

The position emphasizes collaboration with teachers, ESS teams, and administrators to create a supportive climate and address social, emotional, and educational needs for students in grades 6 through 9.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in School Counseling or Social Work.
• Experience in education is preferred.
• Strong interpersonal, organizational, and verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Uphold the mission and vision of Grandville Calvin Christian Schools and promote student well‑being.
• Provide academic, personal, social, emotional, and career guidance through individual and small group counseling.
• Advocate for students and families while protecting student safety and confidentiality.
• Monitor student progress and collaborate with teachers, parents, and administrators to address needs.
• Provide crisis intervention and connect families with community resources when needed.

Skills

Counseling

Interpersonal skills

Written communication

Education

Master’s degree in School Counseling or Social Work

Job description

School Counselor/Social Worker – Middle and High School

Deadline: February 1, 2027
District/Organization: Grandville Calvin Christian Schools
Position/Type: Other, part time

GCCS is looking for a part-time (one day per week on Fridays) School Counselor/Social Worker at Calvin Christian Middle School and High School. This individual will work with parents/guardians, colleagues, and community-based resources to implement strategies that promote students’ positive school adjustment, recognizing that all students are image bearers of God and uniquely gifted for service in His world. The school social worker supports students’ academic learning by providing strategic services that identify and address the social, emotional, and environmental issues that interfere with the educational process.

General Description

The Transition and Support School Counselor/Social Worker at Calvin Christian Middle School and Calvin Christian High School supports students primarily in grades 6 through 9 in academic, personal/social, and career development through counseling, academic guidance, and transition services.

Education and Skill Requirements

• Master’s degree in School Counseling or Social Work.
• Experience in education is preferred.
• Strong interpersonal, organizational, and verbal and written communication skills.

General Responsibilities

• Uphold the mission and vision of Grandville Calvin Christian Schools to equip students to serve and glorify God and promote students’ emotional, spiritual, and physical well-being.
• Provide academic, personal, social, emotional, and career guidance through individual and small group counseling.
• Advocate for students and families while protecting student safety and confidentiality.
• Monitor, evaluate, and communicate student academic progress and collaborate with teachers, parents, and administrators to address student needs.
• Provide crisis intervention and connect students and families with appropriate community resources or specialized services when needed.
• Participate in professional development and collaborate with staff to support student success and a positive school climate.

Roles and Specific Responsibilities:

Individual Student Planning: Grades 6 through 9

• Assist students with personal goal setting, academic and career planning, scheduling, and understanding their strengths and gifts.
• Review incoming students’ CA-60 files and monitor academic progress.
• Collaborate with teachers and the ESS team to develop academic interventions, arrange tutoring, and monitor student progress.
• Support students transitioning from middle school to high school.

Responsive Services

• Provide individual and small group counseling for academic, social, emotional, and personal concerns.
• Assist with peer mediation, behavioral concerns, and individual, family, or school crises.
• Consult with parents, teachers, and administrators regarding student needs.
• Refer students and families to outside counseling services or community agencies when appropriate.

System Support

• Collaborate with teachers, administrators, and the ESS team to identify and support students at risk academically, socially, or emotionally.
• Assist with efforts to promote a positive school climate and student well-being.
• Participate in professional development and schoolwide student support initiatives.

Additional Counseling Support

• Assist the College and Career Counselor as needed.
• Provide counseling to students in grades 10 through 12 when the assigned counselor is unavailable or when another counselor is determined to be a better fit.