School Counselor- Phifer

School Counselor

• Phifer Pennsauken Public Schools
• 3.8 Pennsauken, NJ Job Details $67,055
• $105,594 a year 13 hours ago Qualifications Employee relationship building

School Counseling Certification Full Job Description JobID:

2398

Position Type:

Student Support Services Date Posted:

5/26/2026

Location:

Phifer Middle School Closing Date:

Until Filled Date:

May 26, 2026

From:

Office of Superintendent Subject:

Vacancy Position:

School Counselor

• Phifer Pennsauken Public Schools is an urban/suburban Pre-K to 12th grade school district of approximately 5,000 students located in

Camden County, New Jersey Responsibilities:

Participates in the evaluation, classification and placement of all pupils with special needs Administers, scores and evaluates standard psychological tests for the purpose of assessing the intellectual, educational, emotional, social and behavioral characteristics of those students referred Interprets the results of psychological testing and assists in the development and coordination of an appropriate individualized education plan for each pupil requiring special education and/or related services and participates in the ongoing evaluation of the academic progress and educational placement of classified pupils Serves as a case manager as assigned and maintains appropriate case records Provides psychological counseling to students, parents and staff and, as needed, makes referrals to appropriate community resources Assists in the development and delivery of in-service programs and parent seminars Keeps the staff and community informed of the schools' psychological services Maintains professional competence through continuing education and other professional growth activities Observes pupils in classrooms and other school settings Serves as a consultant to parents, school personnel and community groups on child development and mental health topics Cooperates with personnel of community health and social welfare agencies Performs all duties required as a member of the child study team by administrative code, state and federal laws and board policy Performs other related duties as may be assigned by the superintendent or student personnel services director Enhances the relationships with administration and staff members by communicating effectively, facilitating teamwork that supports department objectives and goals Monitors and reviews the productivity and provides recommendations to improve the quality and quantity of the district's mental health supports and training opportunities. Develops rapport with individuals, groups and communities to improve the well-being of students Encourages students to discuss emotions and experiences Examines issues including substance abuse, self-regulation, bullying, anger management, careers, depressing, relationships, social skills, self-image stress and suicide Assists student define goals, plan actions and gain insight Develops therapeutic processes Conducts evidenced-based evaluation processes to determine students who are at risk of social, emotional and behavioral difficulties Takes a holistic (mind and body) approach to the well-being of students Strong interpersonal and communication skills

Qualifications:

Certified New Jersey School Counselor Valid New Jersey Educational Services Certificate and School Counselor Endorsement #2702 MUST pass NJ Criminal History Review Unit fingerprinting requirement New Jersey State residency requirements for public employees in effect

Terms:

Salary, terms and conditions as per PEA contract

Salary Range:

$67,055

• 105,594 Applications are accepted on-line only.

To apply, go to www.pennsauken.net and choose employment. Please submit your resume, cover letter, references and applicable certifications. Incomplete applications will not be considered. Deadline for

Application:

Until Filled E.O.E. m/f/d/v