Student Assistance Counselor

Student Assistance Counselor 94 Trimtown Road, Scituate, RI 02857 $53,526.53 a year - Full-time $53,526.53 a year -

Full-time Description:

Do you believe one trusted adult can change a student's entire story? We do too. We are hiring a Student Assistance Counselor (SAC) to join a school-based team that supports students navigating substance use, stress, trauma and related challenges. You will be embedded directly in a school community - working alongside educators, families, and community partners - to help students get back on track, stay connected to learning, and access the support they need to thrive. This is a full-time, in-person, school-year position with annualized (year-round) pay. This is not office work. This is relationship-building work. Prevention work. Hope-building work.

What you will do:

Develop and lead school-wide prevention campaigns focused on substance use prevention and mental health. Provide classroom-based substance use prevention education using evidence based curriculum. Screen and identify students at risk and connect them to the appropriate level of care Provide short term, brief intervention and support to students Facilitate evidence-based individual and group early intervention programs Support students reentering school after treatment or crisis Collaborate closely with school administrators, teachers, school-based mental health team, and families Document services, referrals, and outcomes in a secure electronic data system Be a steady, calm presence when things feel unsteady Who you are: You believe substance use prevention and early intervention matters You are calm and thoughtful in high-pressure or uncertain situations You listen more than you talk, and respond with empathy and clear boundaries You understand that behavior is communication, especially for young people navigating stress or trauma You can build trust with young people who may be hesitant to engage or have been disappointed by adults in the past You value collaboration and work effectively with educators, families, and community partners You are organized, ethical, and accountable, with strong attention to documentation and follow-through You are comfortable working in a fast-paced school environment where priorities can shift quickly

Requirements:

Qualifications Master's degree in behavioral health specialty: Social Work, Counseling or Psychology Must be willing to apply for RI Student Assistance Certification (CSAC) after two years of full-time employment or the equivalent Demonstrate strong computer competence using electronic data systems, email, and Google Workspace. Professional verbal, written, and presentation/group facilitation skills Ability to exercise sound professional judgment, manage crises, and maintain highest ethical standards/boundaries Knowledge of best practices in substance use prevention, treatment and education, school policies and procedures, and relevant educational practices. On-going compliance with professional continuing education requirements What we offer We offer a comprehensive and competitive benefits package to Union and Non-Union members, which includes: Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance Life Insurance Coverage 403(b) Retirement Plan with Employer Matching Contributions Generous Paid Time Off Professional Development and Continuing Education Opportunities Reimbursement for Licensing Fees Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Pet Insurance Salary differential for RIDOH professional license and bilingual fluency