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Foundations Behavioral Health

School Counselor

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What they do

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.

$71,237 / year median in Pennsylvania

+3% projected growth

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Job Description

The LifeWorks School in Doylestown, PA is hiring an energetic, collaborative, and experienced School Counselor for the 2026-2027 Academic School Year. The LifeWorks Schools are licensed specialty therapeutic day schools for students in middle and high school effected by social, emotional, or behavioral health challenges. LifeWorks comprehensive educational curriculum is individualized and designed to actively engage each student throughout the day to achieve positive, pro-social behavioral and educational outcomes. Our unique balance of academic rigor and a continuum of evidence based educational/therapeutic supports make LifeWorks the regional provider of choice.
SUMMARY OF RESPONSIBILITIES
Provides group counseling on a daily basis to students stressing skill enhancement and emotional health. Provides supportive care and guidance for students to achieve success. Writes monthly reports and narrative notes. Facilitates teacher understanding of emotional issues effecting classroom performance.
Benefit Highlights:
Challenging and rewarding work environment Competitive Compensation Excellent Medical, Dental, Vision and Prescription Drug Plans 401(K) with company match and discounted stock plan SoFi Student Loan Refinancing Program Career development opportunities within UHS and its 300+ Subsidiaries!
Tuition Reimbursement Position Requirements:
Bachelor's Degree in School or Professional Counseling with certification required. Master's Degree in Professional and School Counseling from accredited college or university preferred. Clinically supervised education/training in individual, group and family therapy with LPC credential preferred. Basic computer skills or willingness to learn. Two years experience in a special education school or a school working with adolescents exhibiting emotional and behavioral issues is preferred. About Universal Health Services One of the nation's largest and most respected providers of hospital and healthcare services, Universal Health Services, Inc. (UHS) has built an impressive record of achievement and performance. Growing steadily since its inception into an esteemed Fortune 500® corporation, annual revenues during 2025 were $17.4 billion. In 2026, UHS was again recognized as one of Fortune World's Most Admired Companies™ and in 2025, was listed in Forbes ranking of America's Largest Public Companies. Headquartered in King of Prussia, PA, UHS has approximately 101,500 employees and continues to grow through its subsidiaries. Operating acute care hospitals, behavioral health facilities, outpatient facilities and ambulatory care access points, an insurance offering, a physician network and various related services located in 40 U.S. states, Washington, D.C., Puerto Rico and the United Kingdom. For additional information visit www.uhs.com. From Fortune, ©2025, 2026 Fortune Media IP Limited. All rights reserved. Used under license.
Job Type:
Full-time Benefits:
401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Employee assistance program Employee discount Flexible spending account Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Referral program Retirement plan Tuition reimbursement Vision insurance
Education:
Bachelor's (Required)
Experience:
Special education: 1 year (Preferred)
License/Certification:
School Counseling Certification (Required)
Work Location:
In person