High School Guidance Counselor

• Position Type:
  Student Support Services/ Guidance Counselor
• Date Posted:
  8/10/2026

SALARY:
Starting at $55,000

CEN is a mission- and values-driven organization committed to being Child Centered, Caring, Transformative, Accountable, and Anti-Racist.
The mission of CEN is to build a system of remarkable neighborhood schools in traditionally under-resourced communities using a trauma-informed, whole child approach to education — ensuring college, career, and life success for all children.
At CEN, we believe that creating and sustaining excellent and equitable schools for all children is the most critical issue today and that high-quality education is the only way to change the life trajectory and outcomes for kids. We believe that, regardless of their zip code, our kids deserve remarkable schools.
CEN team members are steadfast in our vision to dismantle systemic educational inequities. We are committed to culturally responsive education, including systems that promote anti-racism, diversity, equity, and inclusion.

At CEN, we provide a wealth of professional learning, as well as opportunities for professional growth and advancement. We are committed to the health and wellness of our employees. Moreover, CEN offers one of the most comprehensive compensation and benefits packages in the city of Detroit. CEN employees earn competitive salaries and a robust benefits package, including:

• United Healthcare PPO including vision and dental with employer covering 80%
• 401K with match options
• Free Short- and Long-Term Disability
• Free Basic Life Insurance + Basic AD&D
• Wellness benefits, including up to $250 annual reimbursement
• Free State Continuing Education Clock Hours
• Paid time off, varying by role
• Annual Retention Bonus that grows year over year
• Free membership in employee discount program.

We are seeking tenacious staff members who operate with empathy and will settle for nothing less than academic and life success for all students. Professionals with a passion for urban education and the city of Detroit align best with our needs and goals. Our top performers are focused on building positive relationships with students, families, and colleagues, and are driven by data and student outcomes.

The counselor works with students and provides group educational and vocational guidance services, as well as administers and interprets career assessment tools. (S) he also assists students in developing educational and occupational goals and plans. A successful employee is a consummate professional, upholding the mission, goals and objectives of the organization.

• Counsel students to help them understand and overcome personal, social, or behavioral obstacles affecting their lives and/or educational or vocational situations.
• Maintain accurate and complete student records as required by laws, policies, and administrative regulations.
• Prepare students for later educational experiences by encouraging them to explore learning opportunities and to persevere with challenging tasks.
• Evaluate students' abilities, interests, and personality characteristics using tests, records, interviews and/or professional resources.
• Counsel students regarding educational issues, such as course and program selection, class scheduling and registration, school adjustment, truancy, study habits, and career planning.
• Coordinate college visits, education fairs, parent information events, and collaborate with teachers about SAT prep initiatives.
• Assist students, along with their parents/guardians with the college admission process and applying for scholarships and federal aid (FAFSA).
• Complete all necessary paperwork as required by law and school policy including certifying and auditing transcripts.
• Work closely with the Community and Family Outreach Coordinator to develop strong relationships with local colleges and potential employers to generate a wide variety of potential college or career opportunities for graduating students.
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