Middle-School Based Counselor
Listed on 2026-08-21
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Social Work
Crisis Counselor, Mental Health, Family Advocacy & Support Services, Human Services/ Social Work
Children and Families First Delaware Inc is seeking a Middle-School Based Counselor to provide school-based behavioral health services to middle school students. In this role, you will offer individual and group counseling, conduct assessments, and develop treatment plans that support students' social, emotional, and behavioral well-being. You will collaborate closely with school staff, families, and community partners to coordinate services, respond to crises, and connect students to needed resources.
Working within a mission-driven, trauma-informed, and family-centered agency, you'll join a supportive, inclusive team committed to equity and long-term family stability. This position offers the opportunity to make a direct impact on children and families across Delaware while growing your skills in social services, education, and behavioral health in a community-based setting.
Responsibilities
- Provide individual and group counseling to middle school students to address social, emotional, and behavioral needs
- Conduct intake assessments, develop treatment plans, and maintain accurate, confidential case documentation
- Collaborate with school staff, families, and community partners to coordinate supports and referrals
- Respond to student crises using trauma-informed and de-escalation strategies
- Deliver psycho educational groups and classroom presentations on topics such as coping skills, conflict resolution, and peer relationships
- Monitor student progress and adjust interventions based on data and feedback
- Participate in multidisciplinary team meetings and case consultations
- Engage families to support student success and connect them to community resources
- Ensure services align with agency policies, ethical standards, and school regulations
- Participate in ongoing professional development and contribute to a mission-driven, inclusive work culture
Required Skills
- Individual counseling
- Group counseling
- Case documentation and electronic health records
- Behavioral health assessment
- Crisis intervention and de-escalation
- Trauma-informed care practices
- Treatment planning and progress monitoring
- Family engagement and collaboration
- Multidisciplinary team collaboration
- Psycho-educational group facilitation
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