Adjustment Counselor

Adjustment Counselor

Ralph

C. Mahar Regional School District Orange Elementary School - Orange, Massachusetts

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Job : 5739677

Final date to receive applications: Posted until filled

Posted: May 27, 2026 12:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Aug 24, 2026

Position:
Adjustment Counselor

Reports To: Principal

• Provides a comprehensive school counseling program for students in PreK–6.
• Supports students’ academic, social, emotional, and behavioral development.
• Provides individual and small-group counseling services as appropriate.
• Implements developmentally appropriate classroom guidance lessons.
• Assists students in developing problem‑solving, conflict resolution, and self‑regulation skills.
• Collaborates with administration and staff to support a positive school climate and culture.
• Participates in student support meetings and multidisciplinary teams.
• Assists with crisis intervention and response as needed.
• Maintains appropriate documentation and confidential student records.
• Supports attendance initiatives and family outreach efforts.
• Assists with transition planning between grade levels and schools.
• Provides consultation and support to teachers and families regarding student needs.

• Communicates effectively and professionally with students, families, staff, and community agencies.
• Collaborates with teachers, administrators, school psychologists, adjustment counselors, nurses, and outside providers.
• Participates in IEP, 504, SST, and other student support meetings as required.
• Maintains respectful, collegial, and collaborative relationships with colleagues.
• Promotes equity, inclusion, and culturally responsive practices within the school community.
• Adheres to ethical standards and confidentiality requirements.
• Maintains accurate and timely records and documentation.
• Participates in professional development and ongoing learning opportunities.
• Supports the extracurricular and community life of the school.
• Adheres to and upholds school rules, procedures, and district policies.
• Reflects positively on the Orange Elementary Schools community.
• Contributes positively to the professional culture of the school.

• Appropriate Massachusetts DESE Licensure required.
• Experience working with elementary‑aged students is preferred.
• Strong interpersonal, communication, and collaboration skills required.
• Knowledge of social‑emotional learning, trauma‑informed practices, and behavioral interventions preferred.

Salary: $45,174 - $93,835 (subject to change due to pending contract negotiations) based on experience and credentials.

Position Type: Full‑time

Job Categories: Student Services >
Adjustment Counselor

The Town of Orange offers a wide array of benefits available to full‑time employees which include 70% Employer Paid health, dental and life insurance. We also offer retirement plans and supplemental insurances for additional life insurance, short and long‑term disability, cancer and accidental policies, etc. We offer sick/personal days and vacation days for those that are year round (as per contracts).

• Bachelor degree preferred.
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required.