As the School Counselor, this individual will work with students to help develop a plan to navigate life’s daily challenges, respond to situations, and refer out when indicated. To achieve this, the School Counselor meets students on an individual basis, as well as in a group setting, while also collaborating closely with the School Nurse, the Dean of Students, and the Head of School when appropriate.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBLITIES:

• Serves as the main mental wellness liaison for students, parents, teachers, administrators, and outside clinicians 
• Meets regularly with the Head of School and other members of faculty to communicate student progress and/or concerns
• Provide one-on-one brief counseling to students scheduled and drop-in.
• Work with the student’s family to refer the student to outside mental health provider, if necessary.
• Act as a liaison between the mental health provider and the student’s immediate team to coordinate how to best support the student of West Nottingham Academy.
• Attend “Students of Concern” meeting when necessary.
• Preserve confidentiality for students and families on mental health issues.
• Provide crisis intervention and assessment as needed.
• Actively engage and support the School’s commitment to a diverse, equitable, and inclusive community as defined by the School’s Diversity Statement and strategic plans and initiatives.
• Live on or near campus.
• Be on call during some evenings and weekends.
• Adhere to and assist in enforcing all School policies and procedures.
• Promote the mission of the School.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Professional Mental Health/Counseling or School Counseling Degree.
• Maryland licensed school counselor (preferred).
• Professional mental health license.
• Experience working in a high school environment.
• Willingness to work within a boarding school schedule, including evenings and weekends.
• Ability to work with a dynamic and engaging staff and school community.
• Ability to effectively listen, respond, and present information to students, parents, faculty and staff.
• Ability to take initiative and demonstrate strong organizational and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to maintain sensitive information in the strictest of confidence, exercising absolute discretion and professionalism.
• Knowledge of child and adolescent development.
• Strong interpersonal and group facilitation skills.

COMPENSATION: Competitive compensation package, including a two month PAID Summer Break, housing contract, and dining included.