Trauma-Informed High School Counselor (Adolescent)

EQA Schools; New Orleans (LA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits

Retirement

Job summary

Educators for Quality Alternatives in New Orleans seeks a highly skilled school counselor to deliver individual and group counseling and lead the trauma-informed approach across campuses. The role emphasizes crisis management, collaboration, and proactive student support to promote resilience and academic success.

The position requires LCSW or LPC licensure with 5–10+ years of experience counseling adolescents and a strong commitment to restorative practices and equity in education.

Qualifications

• 5-10+ years experience effectively counseling adolescents with mental health, behavioral health, and trauma issues.
• Experience with restorative approaches, SAMSHA’s 6 Principles of Trauma-Informed Approaches, and effective, culturally responsive interventions for adolescents with CPTSD.
• Experience in schools preferred but not required.
• LCSW or LPC required; all Louisiana certification/licensure must be in good standing.

Responsibilities

• Assessing student needs and connecting students to resources.
• Designing and providing interventions and counseling.
• Managing crisis prevention and interventions.
• Training, consulting with, and supporting staff.
• Maintaining high levels of program management and accountability.
• Serving as a member of the School Based Level Committee.
• Coordinating wraparound services with community providers.
• Supporting dropout intervention programs.

Skills

Adolescent counseling

Trauma-informed approaches

Restorative practices

Interagency collaboration

Communication skills

Data management

Education

LCSW or LPC licensure

Master's degree in Social Work or Counseling

Job description

Educators for Quality Alternatives in New Orleans seeks a highly skilled school counselor to deliver individual and group counseling and lead the trauma-informed approach across campuses. The role emphasizes crisis management, collaboration, and proactive student support to promote resilience and academic success.

The position requires LCSW or LPC licensure with 5–10+ years of experience counseling adolescents and a strong commitment to restorative practices and equity in education.