2026-2027 MS/HS Social and Emotional Counselor

2026-2027 MS/HS Social and Emotional Counselor Brighter Horizons Academy - College Preparatory Garland, TX Job Details Full-time From $58,000 a year 1 day ago Benefits Health insurance Dental insurance Vision insurance Life insurance Retirement plan Qualifications Computer operation Teamwork Childhood development Computer literacy LPC Master's degree Bachelor's degree Organizational skills Computer skills

Full Job Description Job Overview:

Provide comprehensive school social work services to parents, students, and school staff, addressing barriers that limit a student from receiving full benefit from their educational experience. Respond to referrals from school administration, parents, teachers, and others by providing direct services and by assisting families in accessing appropriate community resources.

Responsibilities and Duties:

(These are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work performed. The omission of specific duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to the position.) Listen to students' concerns about academic, emotional, or social problems Help students process their problems and plan goals and actions Mediate conflict between students and teachers Improve parent/teacher relationships Facilitate prevention programs, including Character Counts Week, while aligned with the learner profile. Organize peer counseling programs Refer students to psychologists and other mental health resources Work on academic boards to improve learning conditions Review student records to identify previous barriers and/or interventions. Analyze information gained through record reviews and interviews to determine environmental impacts and appropriate resource needs; integrate gained information into a written report and oral presentation. Interview students and parents to discuss issues related to non-attendance and develop a plan of action. Assist the school and student affairs department in following school policy for excessive absences and truancy; attend student support team meetings and court intervention. Develop and implement professional development training for educational staff and parents, as requested. Provide individual and/or group counseling in response to school-wide crises. Respond to referrals requesting verification of residence. Participate in professional development activities aimed at current trends and best practices for the provision of comprehensive school social work services. Maintain an ongoing liaison with community agencies and other resources to meet student needs; refer parents and students to agencies when appropriate. Attend collaborative meetings during& after school and once a week with the team/coordinator. Counselor to connect learner profile/attitudes to lessons. Conduct lunch sessions with students regarding behavioral issues once a week and follow up on progress. Develop and implement a plan for new students adjusting to the school from the beginning of the year (such as buddy program, big brother, big sister). Develop an activity with each theme, and it must be integrated into the lesson plan. Update the board according to each theme just as the teachers do. Counselor must try to change the order of lessons to connect with themes when possible. This will allow for further connection and understanding. Anti-bullying lessons/activities must be incorporated throughout the entire year and must be age-appropriate.

Knowledge and Skills:

Knowledge and skills for direct and indirect intervention, including counseling on an individual, group, or family basis; consulting with administrators, teachers, parents, and other professionals about student problems and appropriate change strategies; and networking with school programs and community agencies to provide essential services for families and children; understanding of the knowledge, skills, and processes for effective casework practice; understanding of the school social work profession including associated laws (IDEA, ADA, compulsory attendance, etc.), ethical issues, professional issues and standards; foundations of school psychology; and the role and function of the school social worker; understanding of child development, psychopathology, social and environmental conditioning, cultural diversity and family systems.

Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree from an accredited university, Master's degree preferred. Licensed Professional Counselor Three (3) years of experience, preferred Necessary skills include excellent written and verbal communication skills, strong organizational ability, and the ability to meet deadlines. Experience in counseling is preferred. Excellent computer skills The ideal candidate will have strong interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills; familiarity with the goals, objectives, and mission of the Academy; the ability to respond effectively to the needs of a diverse and demanding student and parent population; knowledge of colleges, their academic programs, admission policies, and financial policies and procedures.

Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

From $58,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Dental insurance Health insurance Life insurance Retirement plan Vision insurance

Physical Setting:

Religious school

School Work Location:

In person