School Guidance Counselor

Charyl Stockwell Academy (CSA) District is a public school academy that serves approximately 1,250 students Kindergarten through High School. Since opening its doors in 1996, the CSA District has received the earned distinction as a School of Excellence due to its academic achievement, and is ranked in the top 10% of all public schools in the state of Michigan. Holding high expectations for academic performance and strong character, the CSA District is a highly competitive and desired school of choice in Livingston County.

The student population of the CSA District reflects small, balanced mixed-ability classrooms, including students that are academically gifted.

We are seeking a compassionate, dedicated, and skilled School Guidance Counselor to join our team. The School Counselor will provide comprehensive counseling services to students in a supportive and empathetic environment. This role is essential in fostering students’ academic, social, and emotional growth while promoting a positive school climate. The ideal candidate will work collaboratively with students, parents, educators, and the community to facilitate student success.

• Provide individual and group counseling to students to address personal, social, academic, and emotional challenges.
• Develop and implement counseling programs that support student achievement and well-being.
• Conduct and develop assessments to identify students’ needs and develop customized intervention plans.
• Collaborate with teachers, administrators, and parents to support student development and address specific concerns.
• Offer crisis intervention and support for students facing immediate emotional or behavioral challenges.
• Facilitate workshops and presentations for students, parents, and staff regarding mental health, coping strategies, and academic success.
• Maintain accurate and confidential records of student interactions and counseling sessions.
• Advocate for students’ needs and connect them with appropriate resources and services, both within and outside the school.
• Stay informed about best practices in counseling and education, as well as current trends and developments in student mental health.
• Maintaining a safe and positive environment for all students
• Maintaining effective communication with students, parents, and school staff
• Regular and predictable attendance

• Establishing routines and procedures
• Maintaining a safe and orderly environment
• Create and implement assessment and intervention plans
• Participate in continuous professional development and maintain licensure/certifications as required.
• Effective oral and written communication skills
• Cultural awareness and empathy towards students and families
• Critical thinking

• Occasionally lift/move objects weighing up to 25lbs
• Stand and walk frequently
• Occasionally sit on the floor or bend down/squat
• Withstand all demands presented by outside weather conditions at any time of the year
• Withstand a moderate noise level
• Be able to perform first aid/CPR if necessary
• Assist/lift students, as necessary

• Master’s degree in School Counseling, Psychology, Social Work, or a related field.
• Valid School Counselor Certification.
• Previous experience in school counseling or a similar educational setting is preferred.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to build rapport with students, staff, and parents.
• Knowledge of counseling techniques, crisis intervention strategies, and student…