School Counselor & Teacher: Empower Student Success

The School District of Philadelphia; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 42,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

The School District of Philadelphia is seeking an experienced school counselor to advise students at assigned middle or high schools and provide counseling services that foster academic, personal, social and career development. The role includes individual/group counseling, crisis prevention/intervention, and liaison work with community and governmental agencies.

Applicants should hold a Master’s degree in school counseling and be prepared to collaborate with parents, teachers and staff to

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in school counseling at an accredited college or university.
• Demonstrated knowledge of the principles, practices and theories of individual/group counseling.
• Experience providing counseling services in a school setting.

Responsibilities

• Provides general school counseling and guidance programs and services including individual and group counseling and guidance.
• Implements programs dealing with decision‑making, conflict resolution, self‑esteem, coping strategies and other issues.
• Plans post high school planning, career exploration, family and peer relationships and decision-making guidance.
• Provides counseling services to students and their parents concerning academic, social, emotional or personal development.
• Acts as liaison between school and community/governmental agencies for student and family services.
• Maintains student-counseling records and reports.

Skills

Counseling theories

Individual counseling

Group counseling

Crisis intervention

Communication skills

Adolescent development

Collaboration with families

Education

Master’s degree in school counseling

Job description

The School District of Philadelphia is seeking an experienced school counselor to advise students at assigned middle or high schools and provide counseling services that foster academic, personal, social and career development. The role includes individual/group counseling, crisis prevention/intervention, and liaison work with community and governmental agencies.

Applicants should hold a Master’s degree in school counseling and be prepared to collaborate with parents, teachers and staff to