School Adjustment Counselor

Onward Search Education is a specialized education staffing and talent solutions company that helps educators, therapists, and school health professionals find top jobs with the nation's top schools. We're partnering with an fantastic school district in Hampden County, MA searching for a School Adjustment Counselor to join a dedicated academic team to support middle and high school-aged students.

In this role, you’ll provide targeted social-emotional support, crisis intervention, and case management to secondary students, helping them develop coping skills, self-regulation, and healthy relationships. You’ll work closely with families, educators, and multidisciplinary teams to implement IEP and 504 supports, coordinate resources, and promote an inclusive school environment that supports students’ academic and emotional well-being.

• Location:
  
  In-person in Hampden County, MA (no hybrid or remote opportunities available)
• Expected
  
  Start Date:
  
  December 2025
• Expected End Date:
  June 2026
• Schedule:
  
  Monday-Friday, 8:00am-4:00pm
• Grade Levels:
  Middle and High School, grades 6-12

• Provide individualized and small-group counseling aligned with IEP and 504 goals to support self-regulation, coping skills, positive relationships, and overall emotional well-being in high school students.
• Implement targeted interventions and crisis-responsive supports to address social-emotional, behavioral, and mental health needs while fostering engagement and resilience in a safe, supportive environment.
• Serve as case manager for assigned students, coordinating IEP and 504 meetings, collaborating with educators and service providers, and ensuring compliance with timelines and documentation.
• Communicate regularly with families to share observations, discuss goals, and provide strategies that promote students’ emotional growth and stability at home and at school.
• Monitor and document progress toward social-emotional and behavioral goals while creating an inclusive, empowering environment that supports independence, confidence, and postsecondary readiness.

• Master’s degree in Social Work, Counseling, Psychology, or a mental health-related discipline.
• School Adjustment Counselor License through the Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education.
• Experience working with diverse student populations and implementing social-emotional interventions.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills to work effectively with students, families, and school staff.
• Experience working with high school students in an academic or therapeutic setting preferred.

• Competitive pay and benefits package.
• Access to a wide network of schools and districts for diverse placement options.
• Streamlined hiring process to get you started quickly.
• Ongoing communication and advocacy throughout your placement.
• Personalized support from dedicated recruiting professionals.
• Opportunities for professional growth and development.

If you’re passionate about creating positive change and supporting students’ success, this is the opportunity for you! Work alongside a dedicated team of educators and support staff, helping students reach their full potential.