School Counselor - Long Term Substitute

Job Title: School Counselor - Long Term Substitute

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Dishman Hills High School

Salary Range: $175.00 – $175.00 per day

Shift Type: Full-Time

Dishman Hills High School is seeking a compassionate, student‑centered School Social Worker or School Counselor with an active ESA (Educational Staff Associate) certification in either School Counseling or School Social Work. This position supports a diverse student population through academic, social‑emotional, and college and career development. The ideal candidate is dedicated to equity, empowerment, and innovation in alternative education.

We are a small, relationship‑based school serving students in grades 8–12 from across Spokane County. Our program is built around personalized learning, project‑based instruction, and a deep commitment to student belonging and voice. We offer flexible scheduling, an emphasis on career readiness, and a unique advisory model to ensure every student is known, supported, and prepared for their future.

• Experience working in non‑traditional, alternative, or project‑based schools
• Familiarity with high school systems, including credit tracking, graduation requirements, and intervention planning
• Strong understanding of adolescent development, mental health supports, and trauma‑responsive practices

• Valid Washington State ESA Certificate with an endorsement as a School Social Worker or School Counselor, or eligible to obtain a conditional certificate
• Experience in giving and organizing student assessments
• Demonstrated ability to build relationships with high school‑aged students and their families
• Knowledge of graduation requirements and High School and Beyond Plans
• Knowledge of college and career planning, including scholarships, FAFSA, and post‑high school options
• Knowledge of local social services (health, housing, mental health, transportation, etc.) to support students and families
• Able to respond effectively in crisis situations
• Knowledge of how to support students showing signs of self‑harm or suicidal thoughts
• Strong skills in planning, decision‑making, and setting priorities
• Comfortable using technology for instruction and school operations

• Collaborate with staff to onboard new students, review transcripts, and develop personalized graduation plans
• Support 8th grade transition to HS, including College Bound Scholarship initiatives
• Support students and advisors with High School and Beyond Plans, graduation pathways, credit tracking, and course registration
• Guide students and families through postsecondary planning, including FAFSA, scholarships, apprenticeships, and college applications
• Coordinate state and district assessments (e.g., SBA, WCAS, IABs), including staff training, scheduling, communications, and day‑of logistics; complete compliance reports while ensuring student support during testing windows

• Strengthen and sustain MTSS tiered systems of support
• Provide individual crisis and ongoing group counseling to support emotional regulation, behavior, and attendance
• Implement SEL and advisory programming in collaboration with teachers
• Respond to student crises, support transitions between placements, and facilitate whole‑school interventions when needed
• Participate in SEL‑related professional development and provide PLC workshops for staff
• Connect students and families with community resources and coordinate case management for at‑risk youth

• Serve as a member of the School Leadership Team
• Co‑plan and implement the advisory curriculum, including lessons on social‑emotional learning, college and career readiness, and other topics identified through student data and PLC process
• Lead building teams such as the Re‑Engagement and Student Support Team
• Build and maintain partnerships with outside agencies and service providers
• Deliver professional development for staff around trauma‑informed care, MTSS, SEL, and cultural responsiveness
• Contribute to a positive, inclusive, and student‑centered school culture
• Provide support to…