WOW Counselor II

Youth Guidance; Homestead (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A youth support organization in Allegheny County is seeking a WOW Counselor II to deliver school-based group counseling and individualized support to female-identifying students in grades 6-12. Responsibilities include facilitating weekly counseling sessions, providing trauma-informed one-on-one support, and collaborating with school and community partners. Ideal candidates will possess a degree in counseling, social work, or psychology, and have experience in mental health support. This role is critical in promoting emotional well-being and healthy relationships among students.

Qualifications

• Experience in school counseling or mental health support.
• Ability to work with female-identifying students in grades 6-12.
• Strong skills in documentation and clinical assessments.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate weekly group counseling sessions utilizing the WOW curriculum.
• Provide one-on-one trauma-informed support to students.
• Coordinate care with families and external service providers.

Skills

Counseling skills

Trauma-informed practices

Crisis intervention

Culturally responsive practices

Group facilitation

Education

Degree in Counseling, Social Work or Psychology

Job description

Position Summary

WOW Counselor II staff are responsible for delivering school-based group counseling and individualized support to female-identifying students in grades 6–12 to promote emotional well‑being, healthy relationships, and positive decision‑making. Drawing on their academic training in counseling, social work, or psychology, WOW Counselor II staff use trauma‑informed and culturally responsive practices to facilitate group sessions, provide short‑term counseling as needed, and respond to student crises. They also play a key role in supporting mental health referrals and helping students navigate personal, social, and academic challenges.

Essential Duties/Responsibilities

• Facilitate 4-5 weekly group counseling sessions utilizing the WOW curriculum during the school day
• Participate in individual and group clinical supervision, case consultation, and fidelity coaching
• Provide clinical assessments and psychosocial intakes as appropriate to support students’ social‑emotional development
• Provide trauma‑informed, developmentally appropriate one‑on‑one support and short‑term individual counseling to students as needed
• Deliver crisis intervention, risk assessments, and safety planning in collaboration with school‑based teams (teaching staff, school administration, etc.)
• Coordinate care and aftercare planning with families, school staff, and external service providers, including mental health referrals
• Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation including case notes, risk assessments, and progress summaries in accordance with program standards
• Support program implementation by engaging school partners, providing in‑service training, and participating in family engagement events
• Collaborate with Student Assistance Program (SAP), Multi‑tiered System of Support (MTSS)
• Attend Parent Teacher Conferences, events, etc. in support of Program advancement and outreach
• Collaborate with BAM program staff to elevate program outcomes/metrics
• Lead or support special projects, events, and initiatives that promote youth development, mental health awareness, and leadership
• Participate in WOW staff development and required curriculum trainings
• Participate in monthly team meetings
• Perform public relations assignments as requested
• Other duties assigned