High School Counselor: 2026-2027 School Year

Description:

The High School Counselor provides Christ-centered, biblically grounded counseling to students. This role supports students in making righteous decisions in relation to their spiritual, educational, and occupational lives. The counselor fosters a student's growth in their personal relationship while promoting mental, emotional, and spiritual wellness in the Lord while ultimately helping students discover the Lord's calling in their lives.

Requirements:

Preferred Qualifications:

A vibrant and growing personal relationship with Jesus Christ, with a clear Christian testimony. A Christian role model who follows biblical principles in attitude, speech, and actions towards others. Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information with discretion. Masters degree in counseling Counseling Certification preferred A minimum of three years experience counseling in a school setting Strong organizational skills with attention to detail. Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities:

Counseling Services Provide counseling that will lead each student to increased emotional and spiritual growth/maturity. Take an active role in interpreting the school's mission and associated counseling programs to parents, students, and community. Maintain student records in accordance with applicable directives to insure confidentiality and accuracy. Work to resolve student issues that could impede individual successes. Mediate peer to peer conflict according to the Matthew 18 Principle. Partner with the campus Principal to ensure student discipline and lifestyles are aligned with Delmarva Christian's student covenant and as outlined in the employee handbook. Coworker Support Work with campus Principal, Director of Instruction, Continuum of Support Coordinator, and teachers to identify patterns and possible tiers of student support. Keep staff informed as to issues that are germane to the educational process by way of frequent communication and weekly/monthly student meetings. Life Calling Program Guide students and parents in the application of strengths, gifts, and passions to DCHS courses and post-graduation steps. Organize college fairs and potential scholarships for upcoming graduates. Conduct junior/senior meetings with students and parents to assist with the identification of next steps. Act as the primary coordinator for student Career Day Student Records Assist the Director of Instruction and campus Principal with the annual creation of student course schedules. Support rigorous course pathways appropriate to the student population. Check graduation requirements and appropriate course credits Support transcript maintenance and distribution as requested. Complete college application documents and submit as requested. Oversee the dual enrollment process for students. Assist with the offering of a Financial Aid night at DCHS. Testing Administer the SAT and PSAT assessments on an annual basis. AP coordinator- order and administer AP exams SSD Coordinator for College Board testing accommodations (with Continuum of Support Coordinator) Coordinate ASVAB testing biannually

Growth:

Participate in professional development opportunities to enhance financial knowledge and skills. Follows the biblical conflict resolution process as detailed in the Employee Handbook when addressing concerns or disagreements Holds a growth-mindset to be mentored or mentor others Seeks professional development opportunities All other duties as assigned Benefits Health Insurance Matching 403B retirement PTO Paid holidays according to our school calendar Free tuition for applicable children Professional development supported financially Physical Activities & Demands Sedentary work that primarily involves sitting Communicating with others to exchange information Repeating motions that may include the wrists, hands, and/or fingers Assessing the accuracy, neatness, and thoroughness of the work assigned The ability to communicate information and ideas so others will understand. Must be able to exchange accurate information in these situations.