Upper School Counselor: Student Wellness & Growth

Santa Catalina School; Monterey (CA); On-site; USD 75,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Santa Catalina School in Monterey, California seeks an Upper School Counselor to organize and coordinate the school’s counseling services. Reporting to the Head of Upper School, the counselor provides individual and group counseling, collaborates with advisors and parents, and serves on school committees while maintaining an active presence on campus.

The ideal candidate will have a two-year counseling background, a 4-year degree plus a Master’s in School Counseling, state certification, and a

Qualifications

• Two years experience as a school counselor with background in adolescent development
• Master’s Degree in School Counseling
• California State School Counseling Certification or the equivalent
• A commitment to the mission and identity of Santa Catalina School
• A desire to participate fully in the Santa Catalina community
• Successful completion of a LiveScan criminal background check as required by law
• Demonstrated commitment to the American School Counselor Association Ethical Standards for School Counselors

Responsibilities

• Assist students with issues of educational, emotional, personal, and social development and adjustment
• Work as a member of a cohesive team in support of positive student growth
• Counsel students on a drop‑in and/or scheduled basis
• Assess the counseling needs of individual students
• Coordinate, in collaboration with the Upper School Administration, any necessary counseling with off‑campus health providers
• Support and communicate with advisors as appropriate
• Work in concert with the Director of Health and Wellness in preparing residential, class‑based, and/or faculty presentations.

Skills

School counseling experience

Adolescent development knowledge

Communication skills

Professional ethics

Education

4 Year Degree

Master’s Degree in School Counseling

California State School Counseling Certification

Job description

Santa Catalina School in Monterey, California seeks an Upper School Counselor to organize and coordinate the school’s counseling services. Reporting to the Head of Upper School, the counselor provides individual and group counseling, collaborates with advisors and parents, and serves on school committees while maintaining an active presence on campus.

The ideal candidate will have a two-year counseling background, a 4-year degree plus a Master’s in School Counseling, state certification, and a