Secondary School Counselor- Split Position DSHS​/MHS

Secondary Counselor

The Secondary Counselor will be responsible for planning, organizing, and delivering a comprehensive school counseling program to support students' academic, career, and personal/social development. The counselor will collaborate with students, parents, staff, and the community to ensure student success and well-being.

Essential duties/responsibilities include:

• Providing direct student services, including individual and group counseling, academic advising, and career planning.
• Delivering structured classroom lessons and small group interventions focused on academic, career, and personal/social development.
• Furnishing required reports to CPS, legal system and other involved agencies, as necessary
• Assisting students in developing goals and creating educational and career plans.
• Implementing responsive services to support students, parents, and staff, including crisis intervention, consultation, and referrals.
• Serving as a member of the District Crisis Response Team, Threat Assessment Team, and other safety-related teams as needed.
• Participating in IEP and 504 meetings and assisting in implementing necessary accommodations and supports.
• Collaborating with teachers, administrators, and community organizations to support student success.
• Coordinating student transitions between elementary to middle school and middle school to high school to ensure a seamless academic progression.
• Assisting with graduation planning, annual credit audits, and student scheduling to ensure students are on track for graduation.
• Using student performance data and assessment results to guide the development and implementation of the counseling program.
• Educating and engaging students and families regarding safety, mental health, and wellness initiatives.
• Maintaining confidentiality and ensuring compliance with FERPA and ASCA Ethical Standards.
• Conducting an annual school counseling program audit and presenting findings to school Administration.
• Participating in professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in school counseling.
• Other duties as assigned

Knowledge/skills include:

• Knowledge of academic planning, career counseling, and personal/social development strategies.
• Understanding of crisis intervention techniques and referral processes. Ability to collaborate effectively with students, staff, families, and community partners.
• Strong knowledge of FERPA, ASCA, and professional ethical standards for school counselors.
• Skilled in data analysis to make informed decisions about counseling services.

Education/experience includes:

• Arizona Counseling Licensure as determined by the Arizona Department of Education

Required license/certification includes:

• IVP Fingerprint Clearance Card
• Valid Arizona Driver's License

Additional information includes:

• Travel between school sites may be required.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and professionalism in all interactions.
• Must be able to work collaboratively in a team-based environment.

An Equal Opportunity Employer

The Maricopa Unified School District does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, disability, age or sexual orientation in admission and access to its programs, services, activities, or in any aspect of their operations and provides equal access to Scouting America and other designated youth groups. The Maricopa Unified School District also does not discriminate in its hiring or employment practices.

Title IX Coordinator:
Assistant Superintendent of Human Resources Address: 44150 W. Maricopa/Casa Grande Highway Maricopa, AZ 85138 Telephone Number:

Section 504/ADA Coordinator:
Director of Exceptional Student Services Address: 44150 W. Maricopa/Casa Grande Hwy Maricopa, AZ 85138 Telephone Number: