School Counselor - RHS

School Counselor - RHS  School Year)

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Harrisonburg City Public Schools – ROCKTOWN HIGH, Harrisonburg, Virginia.

Job : 5695998

Final date to receive applications: Posted until filled

Posted: May 06, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Aug 1, 2026

The primary function of a Professional School Counselor is to provide a comprehensive school counseling program that enhances the learning process, supports social and emotional growth, and promotes career/college development, fostering contributing citizens of our community.

Using leadership, advocacy, and collaboration, counselors promote student success, deliver proactive services, and respond to identified needs by implementing a program that addresses academic, career, and personal/social development for all students.

School counselors are professional educators with a mental health perspective who understand and respond to today's diverse student population.

• Possesses or qualifies for a Virginia Collegiate Professional license with specific endorsement in the assigned area.
• Possesses outstanding knowledge and skill in the assigned instructional area and demonstrates enthusiasm for teaching.
• Effectively demonstrates ability to perform essential functions.
• Experience working directly with individuals and families from diverse racial, ethnic, and socioeconomic backgrounds.
• Familiarity with equity and inclusion frameworks; models non‑discriminatory practices; respects worth, dignity, and individual differences.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills; can present to diverse audiences and foster professional relationships.
• Excellent interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency in the use of a variety of office/instructional equipment and technology, including Microsoft Office, Google Workspace, and email.
• Demonstrated leadership qualities and personal characteristics necessary for effective collaboration with students, teachers, administrators, and the community.

Master's degree from an approved program in school counseling or a master's degree from an accredited college/university and completion of an approved school guidance and counseling program.

Must possess or be eligible for the Virginia Department of Education endorsement in School Counseling.

• Develop, manage, and communicate a comprehensive school counseling program aligned with school goals.
• Maintain current resources and use data to tailor programs to student needs.
• Allocate 80% of time to direct services (counseling/curriculum, individual student planning, preventive and responsive services) and 20% to program management, system support, and accountability per the ASCA National Model.
• Implement developmentally appropriate group activities and orientation/transition programs across elementary, middle, and high schools.
• Lead and collaborate with educators in integrating the Virginia Standards for School Counseling Programs.
• Develop research‑based interventions for emotional and social development.
• Provide post‑secondary planning information and lead workshops such as FAFSA Night, ECMC College Night, Virginia College Application Week, and other relevant events.
• Facilitate circle discussions and other collaborative student‑staff forums.
• Collaborate with parents/guardians and educators for individual student planning, academic, career, and life guidance.
• Advocate for social and emotional well‑being, monitor progress, and adjust goals.
• Offer individual and group counseling and crisis intervention as needed.
• Work with SPED and ESL teams to support students requiring additional services.
• Conduct assessments for abuse and self‑harm/suicide risk; report to Child Protective Services.
• Cooperate with community agencies and medical professionals for follow‑up services.
• Conduct home visits when necessary and mediate conflicts.
• Serve on the Interdisciplinary Truancy Team in High School.
• Assist in scheduling development and in providing Morning Meetings.
• Collect, analyze, and share data on program effectiveness; monitor student academic performance, behavior, and attendance.
• Use technology to enhance the counseling program.
• Adhere to laws,…