Multi-Tiered System School Counselor

The Multi-Tiered Systems School Counselor will create and implement transformative school wide programming for children in our Diocesan Catholic Schools. This new role involves researching and applying evidence-based best practices tailored to meet individual schools' unique needs. This individual will provide school-wide initiatives, conduct group counseling sessions, and actively collaborate with other counselors who provide personal counseling.   Join us and make a difference in the lives of students in our schools.  This is a 9.5-month 100% position (August 16, 2025-May 31, 2026).

 Job Functions: This counselor will implement evidence-based best practice models and adapt them to the needs of individual schools. This includes school-wide and group counseling for students alongside counselors who provide personal Counseling.

 Educational and Experience Criteria:
•        Bachelor’s or master’s degree in social work.
•        State Licensed (preferred) or license eligible.
•        Practicing Roman Catholic preferred

 Desired Skills:

• Be a Self-starter and able to develop tailored curricula
• Collaborate effectively with school staff and counseling team.
• Identify or develop a curriculum to meet the needs of the students.
• Ability to assess student social-emotional needs.
• Experience in conducting groups.
• Computerized case documentation and scheduling.
• Demonstrate strong organizational and time management skills.

Responsibilities:

• Develop tailored curricula
• Screen and assess students’ social emotional needs
• Conduct small group and classroom group sessions
• Refer students for personal Counseling as needed.
• Collaborate with school staff and guardians to create and implement treatment plans.
• Ensure all necessary paperwork is completed throughout the treatment process.
• Work in partnership with school and agency mental health counseling teams.
• Participate in activities that support the mission of Catholic Charities.
• Attend regular supervision and staff meetings utilizing tools provided.

We offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes the following:

·         $1000 sign on bonus, $500 referral bonus

·         Paid vacation (increased based on length of service)  (12)

·         Paid holidays (15)

·         Paid sick days (8)

·         Personal days (13)

·         A single health insurance plan 100% of premium paid by the agency

·         A defined benefit pension plan (4.75% paid by agency, 3.5% paid by employee)

·         A 403(b) savings plan

·         Long-term disability coverage 100% of premium paid by the agency

·         Life insurance 2x annual salary 100% of premium paid by agency

·         Reimbursement for business travel mileage

·         Agency-issued laptop

·         $400 to be used for continuing education units (CEUs)

·         Tuition reimbursement for Diocesan Catholic Schools up to $8000

·         Weekly supervision for individuals pursuing social work (SW) or Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor (LPCC) licensure

·         Reimbursement for approved expenses

Candidates must own a car and have a valid driver's license and insurance. To apply, please submit a cover letter, resume (with at least three professional references), and salary history via email to Shannon Braun at sbraun@covingtoncharities.org.

EOE