School Counselor

Posted to Web: June 18, 2015

Job Title: School Counselor

Catholic Charities, Diocese of Covington is seeking to hire a 50% (20 hours a week) person for our school based counseling program for upcoming school year Aug 16, 2015-May 31, 2016.

Job Functions: The staff person performs all the duties of the master’s level staff with an ability to work under minimal supervision.  Implements educational programs and interventions, performs school counseling tasks and therapeutic services

Educational and Experiential Criteria:

• Master’s degree in Social Work or Human Services field
• Licensed or license eligible

Desired Skills and Qualifications include:

• Assessment, diagnosis, treatment of children and youth
• Engagement skills with parents and school staff
• Creative, flexible approach to meet student and school needs

• Case documentation 
• Demonstrated organizational and time management skills;
• Basic computer skills necessary

Duties & Responsibilities

• Implement School Counseling in two schools- Sts. Peter and Paul and Mary Queen of Heaven (50%   9.5 months school year).
• Classroom visits at the beginning of the year to familiarize students with the program and provide opportunities for them to refer themselves.
• Provide assessments, diagnosis and treatment of referred children/youth by collecting background information; meeting with the student at school and making recommendations to parents and teachers on the student’s behalf.
• Make appropriate referrals to outside agencies, community services, and other resources as needed.
• Provide on-going counseling for students where it is deemed urgent and productive.
• Provide appropriate outreach to students and families (i.e. classroom presentations, parent awareness meetings, etc.).
• Comprehensive school interventions that meet the school’s need.
• Consult and coordinate with school personnel and other providers of services to students.
• Meet for regular supervision with Administrative and Clinical Supervisors.
• Maintain the best practices in counseling through consultation and supervision provided by the agency and through the clinician’s own resources; Keep all records current and in compliance with the quality assurance program and accreditation standards.

Case documentation, time management and basic computer skills necessary.

• 50% (3 days a week 20 hours) in 2 elementary schools (Mary Queen of Heaven and Sts. Peter & Paul.) overall 39.59% FTE
• Applicants for this position must be practicing Catholics.
• Background or suitable experience with children and families in the area of mental health including the specialized area of school counseling with K-8.

Salary range is $33,000 – $48,500 for 100% FTE. Salary is based on education and experience. This is a 39.59% FTE position

We offer an excellent benefit package including: 3 weeks paid vacation(adjusted upwards for longevity), 14 holidays, 10 sick days, 2 personal days -(all leave time prorated based on FTE) , single health insurance plan -(prorated based on FTE), fully paid pension (tax sheltered annuity), long-term disability, life insurance, business travel mileage reimbursement and job flexibility.

Applicant must own a car with valid driver’s license and insurance.

This job description should not be construed to imply that these requirements are the exclusive standards for the position.  Staff will be expected to perform other related duties as assigned by the supervisor.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Submit resumes and cover letter to Catholic Charities- Human Resouces Coordinator

Email: Sbraun@covingtoncharities.org