School Counselor

Position:
School Counselor (FLSA: Full‑Time Exempt)

Location: Guardian Catholic School
Reports To: Principal

Under the direction of the School Principal is responsible for providing supporting counseling individually and within a group setting to students.

• Recognizes and supports the unique Catholic Mission of the school by speaking, acting, and instructing consistent with the teachings of the Catholic Church; a teacher may not espouse any doctrine inconsistent with the teachings of the Church.
• Gives evidence of lived Gospel values by being an active member of a faith community and being open to the importance of personal faith journey; strives to model the teaching of Jesus by attitude and example.
• Help build the school’s faith community by a demonstrated willingness to participate in and plan school religious and service activities.
• Sets an example for students by personal adherence to Catholic Doctrine and Catholic principles of morality.
• Identify and develop creative intervention methods and procedures to adapt effectively to unusual situations; participate in coordination, monitoring and reporting student interventions.
• Serve as a resource specialist for teachers and parents regarding counseling needs; work cooperatively with parents to generate confidence in the teacher and school.
• Work with students, parents, and staff in a compassionate and productive manner.
• Assist teachers in effective planning, organizing, and implementation of strategies for optimum behavior management.
• Serve as liaison to school staff and outside resources; maintain consistency and continuity in the school’s response procedures.
• Provide guidance to teachers in working with student behavior and classroom management;
  Implement an effective referral and follow-up process.
• Demonstrate exceptional counseling techniques including documentation and student tracking.
• Provide appropriate information to staff related to the comprehensive school counseling program.
• Assist teachers, parents/guardians and other responsible parties in interpreting and understanding student data.
• Monitor and supervise student activities as appropriate.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

• A working knowledge of and a strong commitment to the mission of fostering lay leadership in the Catholic Church. If a baptized Catholic, must be a practicing Roman Catholic in full communion with the Church.
• Candidates should have a Master’s degree and a current and valid state guidance counselor certificate from the Florida Department of Education or a current and valid Florida state license as Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) or Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT).
• Experience in special education preferred.
• Excellent communication skills including written, verbal, public speaking, and presentation skills.
• Excellent human relations and interpersonal skills; must be a self‑starter and be well‑organized; must be a team player.
• Be available for evening and weekend work as necessary; have reliable transportation.
• Be able to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Proficiency in the use of computer technology including word processing and the use of Excel and related technology; ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Flexibility in assessing needs and strategies and adapt appropriately in a ministerial environment.
• Must be able to complete a background check and Protecting God's Children (PGC) class. For the Background Screening Clearinghouse Education and Awareness website, visit this site:
• Professional bearing and clean and neat personal appearance.

Requires coordination and manual dexterity, normal mental and visual ability; ability to lift as required in a normal office environment.

Walking; sitting; standing; stooping; reaching; talking; handling; hearing; and carrying.