Lower School Counselor

Lower School Counselor

Fort Worth Country Day is seeking a highly qualified individual who will serve as the Lower School Counselor beginning with the  school year. Reporting to the Head of Lower School and the Assistant Head of School for Student Services and Academics, the role of the school counselor is to help create a healthy school environment for students, faculty and staff and to serve the individual social/emotional needs of students, faculty and staff.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Organize a set of policies, procedures and activities in collaboration with the Student Services Department that protect and promote the health and well-being of the Fort Worth Country Day community
• Provide short-term counseling for students (individually and/or in small groups) relative to social, emotional and academic needs
• Work with teachers, administrators and parents to coordinate behavior and/or academic plans for students who are having difficulties in the classroom or in social situations.
• Collaborate and consult with members of the Student Support Team, faculty and administrators about students of concern
• Make appropriate referrals for students, families and faculty to community resources and services
• Coordinate and/or teach health education and guidance activities to students with a focus on the FWCD Core Values
• Help orient new students to the school and assist students in the transition to a new grade
• Consult with external clinicians who are supporting FWCD students
• Coordinate and/or conduct parent education programs
• Provide health and wellness opportunities and services to faculty and staff
• Provide faculty development for teachers

Qualifications/Special Knowledge and

Skills:

• Licensed mental health professional (counselor, social worker, therapist, or psychologist)
• Master's Degree from an accredited college or university
• Demonstrate leadership ability.
• Have an understanding of the traits and developmental needs of Lower School students.
• Have experience in preventive work and programming

All employees of FWCD must:

• Embody, model and communicate the School's mission and core values (respect, responsibility, kindness, courage, integrity and scholarship)
• Exhibit generous community spirit, professional flexibility, a sense of humor and a positive attitude
• Collaborate and work well with colleagues, parents and students
• Execute duties in a positive and punctual manner
• Be an enthusiastic lifelong learner driven toward professional self-improvement and personal growth

Equal Opportunity Employer / Statement of Inclusivity:

Fort Worth Country Day is an Equal Opportunity Employer that maintains a policy of nondiscrimination with respect to all employees and applicants for employment. The ideal candidate should possess a thoughtful approach and knowledge of intercultural communication and inclusion of underrepresented groups. Employment decisions at FWCD are based on merit, qualifications, abilities and performance, and are subject to the academic and business requirements of the School.

The FWCD Inclusivity Statement confirms:
We believe that understanding and respecting differences not only inspires compassion and empathy, but also fosters intellectual curiosity and creativity. We embrace the diverse cultures, experiences and perspectives that comprise and enhance our learning environment. We commit to sustaining and growing an intentionally inclusive community.

Fort Worth Country Day is a co-ed, junior kindergarten through grade 12 college-preparatory day school with approximately 1,100 students and 250 faculty and staff. The School seeks to promote inclusivity and retain a diverse faculty. The 104-acre campus offers excellent facilities for academics, arts and athletics. Faculty and administration nurture a collegial professional environment in which innovation is encouraged. Opportunities for ongoing professional development are exceptional.

Fort Worth Country Day is proud of its school community where students, parents, faculty, staff and administration join together to develop an effective and enjoyable place to teach and learn.

Fort Worth ranks as one of the top 12 largest cities in the United States and is known for its vibrant arts, music and cultural life. The Dallas/Fort Worth metropolitan region is home to over 6.5 million people. More information about the School is available d.org.