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Guidance Counselor
Job in
Nemo, Lawrence County, South Dakota, 57759, USA
Listing for:
ACI Federal
Full Time
position
Listed on 2026-11-08
Job specializations:
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Social Work
Career & Life Skills Coaching, Youth Development
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Job Description
Guidance Counselor
Location:
Nemo, SD
Employment Type:
Full-Time
Pay Rate: $25.74/hr + $5.09 Health & Wellness
Schedule:
- Monday-Friday 7:30-4:00 or 8:00-4:30
The Guidance Counselor at Boxelder Job Corps Center - Nemo SD, plays a critical role in supporting the academic, career, emotional, and social development of students ages 16-24. This position provides individualized counseling, student advocacy, and program coordination to help students successfully complete training and transition into employment or higher education.
The counselor collaborates with instructors, residential staff, wellness teams, and administration to create a safe, structured, and supportive environment that promotes student success, accountability, and personal growth.
Minimum Qualifications- Bachelor's degree in Counseling, Psychology, Social Work, Education, or related field
- Experience working with adolescents or young adults in an educational, behavioral, or counseling setting
- Strong knowledge of counseling principles, student development, and ethical standards
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to work with diverse student populations
- Experience in residential or Job Corps-style environments
- Multicultural counseling experience
- Training in crisis intervention or trauma-informed care
- Familiarity with student information systems or case management software
- Additional certifications in counseling or youth services
- Provide individual and group counseling for academic, career, and personal development
- Support student retention, behavior management, and goal setting
- Collaborate with staff to identify and assist at-risk students
- Maintain accurate case notes and confidential student records
- Provide crisis intervention and appropriate referrals
- Conduct workshops on life skills, employability, and career readiness
- Assist students with transition planning and post-program success
- Strong communication and relationship-building
- Case management and organization
- Problem-solving and conflict resolution
- Cultural competency and empathy
- Professional judgment and confidentiality
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