School Counselor

Job Title:

School Counselor

FLSA Status:
Exempt

Days of Work: 220

• Position Type:
  Student Support Services / School Counselor
• Date Posted: 12/4/2025
• Location:
  
  Hardeeville Junior/Senior High School

Under supervision, implements the school-wide comprehensive guidance program. Collaborates with teachers, staff and parents to increase student achievement. Protects the confidentiality of student records. Works with students who are not making the expected progress academically and/or socially. Provides appropriate support to students. Reports to the Principal.

• Implements the guidance curriculum. Develops and conducts developmental guidance lessons in the classroom and in large groups; facilitates the integration of the guidance curriculum into the educational curricula; selects topics and resources consistent with school identified objectives.
• Conducts orientation activities for new students; provides grade level transitional activities.
• Assists students in developing an educational plan. Assists with the placement and scheduling of students; assists teachers in early identification of learning problems.
• Assists students with course selections that are appropriate for graduation requirements and career plans. Accepts and addresses referrals from teachers, parents, and administrators.
• Interprets standardized test results; assists the administration with State mandated and school testing programs.
• Conducts counseling sessions in response to identified needs of individuals and groups of students through individual counseling, crisis intervention and the formation and facilitation of student group activities. Counsels on various student issues including poor academic performance, students experiencing personal problems and concerns such as family issues, abuse, pregnancy, depression, substance abuse, relationships, peer group issues, etc.
• Responds to crisis situations to include altercations, illnesses or deaths, suspected child abuse and mandatory reporting of same. Assists administrators and teachers in obtaining psychological services for students. Responds to all situations in a timely manner; works with outside agencies in securing services for students.
• Provides training to teachers and staff on confidentiality, the rights of students and parents, as well as completing referrals and documentation and mandated reporting required by law.
• Maintains records based on legal and ethical guidelines to document interactions, interventions, and decisions. Refers students and parents to community agencies, programs, or specialists as needed.
• Maintains a listing of district and community resources, consults and coordinates with community social service agencies.
• Responsible for the dissemination of career information and post high school education opportunities. Explores and evaluates student education, interest, skill, and personality traits and arranges for aptitude tests to assist students in setting realistic academic and career goals. Assists college bound and non-college bound students with career decisions.
• Coordinates career fair and employer information sessions. Coordinates college or trade school visits and tours. Works with students to develop job-search skills and provide assistance in locating and applying for jobs. Provides scholarship and financial aid information.
• Consults with and serves as a resource for teachers, staff, and parents regarding the developmental needs of students; conducts and facilitates conferences and in-service programs. Conducts or provides opportunities for parent education programs. Promotes public awareness of guidance services.
• Operates within the established school policies and procedures. Provides support for other school programs and personnel. Attends meetings, conferences, and in-service trainings to keep abreast of best practices and professional trends.
• Works with others consistently in a cooperative and respectful manner.
• Willingly performs other duties as assigned or requested.

• Master’s Degree in Guidance and Counseling, must hold a…