School Counselor (4-8)

Job Description

Job DescriptionDescription:

RMCA is seeking a dedicated and compassionate School Counselor to support students in grades 4 through 8. The ideal candidate will provide guidance, support, and resources to help students navigate their academic, social, and emotional challenges. This role is essential in fostering a positive school environment and promoting student well-being.

We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment and encourage applications from all qualified individuals.

Start Date

July 16, 2025

Terms of Employment

194 Days

Full-time, Exempt

Eligible for Benefits

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in School Counseling, Psychology, or a related field.
• Colorado Department of Education License or endorsement in School Counseling.
• Demonstrated experience working with school-aged children.

Requirements:

• Plans and maintains an effective comprehensive school counseling program.
• Facilitates the infusion of counseling curriculum activities into classroom curricula to support the developmental needs of 4th - 8th grade students.
• Counsels with students to promote self-awareness, positive mental health, and positive social and academic skills.
• Systematically develop, deliver, and evaluate student planning addressing academic goal setting and transition plans to middle school.
• Provide individual counseling to students with identified concerns and needs.
• Implement a referral process and follow up process to outside counseling agencies and support agencies.
• Provide information to staff and parents to assist them in crises related issues that may affect the school climate.
• Consult and coordinate with in-school professionals and community agencies, such as school psychologist, nurses, administrators, community based counselors, service agencies, and physicians.
• Engages in professional development.
• Adheres to laws, policies, procedures, and ethical standards of the school counseling profession.
• Conducts a yearly program audit to review extent of program implementation.
• Collects and analyzes data to guide program direction and emphasis. Measures results of the school counseling program activities and shares results as appropriate.
• Assist to maintain a safe and organized school climate as directed by administration.
• Create and maintain student schedules in PowerSchool.
• Monitors Safe2tell submissions and responds accordingly.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to build rapport with students, parents, and staff.
• Knowledge of child development and counseling techniques.
• Experience working with school-aged children is preferred.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information.
• Must be proficient in the use of personal computers and common software applications including Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and Google Suite, as well as data management.