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Palmer High School

School Counselor / Adjustment Counselor

Pay: $90,000/yr

Posted: 8 weeks ago

Location: Palmer, MA (Onsite)

Last Updated: 2 weeks ago

Hours: Full-Time

Expires: 9/30/2026

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An Academic or Guidance Counselor provides guidance to students in elementary, middle and high schools to help them succeed academically and socially. Works with school teachers and administrators to address problems that affect student performance, and identifies resources for students and families. Helps high school students to plan academic course work and advises on the college search and application process.

$79,587 / year median in Massachusetts

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Job Description

School Counselor / Adjustment Counselor Palmer Public Schools Palmer High School - Palmer, Massachusetts Job Details

Job ID:

5843223

Application Deadline:

Posted until filled

Posted:

Yesterday

Starting Date:

Aug 24, 2026 Job Description Valid and current Massachusetts State Certification. Master's Degree /experience in a behavioral setting preferred. The School Adjustment Counselor will assist students with academic learning and achievement by providing strategic services that identify and address social-emotional and behavioral concerns as well as environmental issues that interfere with the educational process. Duties to include, but not limited to: 1. Oversee the development and implementation of program plans reflective of students' needs. 2. Assist school personnel in developing a more responsive and therapeutic climate for students and serves as consultant in supporting and evaluating programs in school for the prevention, early detection and resolution of emotional and educational difficulties. 3. Establish individual goals for students, meeting with them weekly to address the social and emotional needs of students. 4. Develop and implement weekly social groups to support and encourage student awareness and positive interactions. 5. Act as a liaison between the school, parents, community and outside agencies to reinforce and support the communication necessary for student success. 6. Initiate, plan and develop programs to improve school-wide parent engagement. 7. Develop and implement the school's PBIS system. The salary for this position is according to contract. All positions are subject to qualifications, duties and rates of compensation presently in force, and subject to appropriate funding.

Position Type:

Full-time

Salary:

up to $90,000 Per Year