Job Description

Position Overview
The School Social Worker at SJHS serves as a vital bridge between the student’s social-emotional well-being and academic success. This key member of the College and School Counseling Department provides clinical support to students and families navigating the academic and social-emotional challenges while integrating the school’s mission of faith and service. It is a full-time, 10-month position reporting to the Director of College & School Counseling.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide short-term individual and group counseling for students dealing withanxiety, depression, grief, and social conflicts.
• Conduct risk assessments (suicide/self-harm) and manage crisis responseprotocols in collaboration with administration.
• Monitor student development for referred students and those with documentedmental health diagnoses.
• Assist in early identification of students' school-related problems, behavior, andsocial emotional concerns.
• Act as a key member of the Student Support Team and meet with administrationto discuss at-risk cases.
• Maintain consistent communication with classroom teachers, counselors, families(when appropriate), school administration and other school personnel to maximizeeffectiveness of student services.
• Assist in conducting and/or obtaining relevant in-service training for faculty andstaff.
• Serve as a liaison between the school and external providers.
• Facilitate parent education workshops.

Required Qualifications & Skills

• Master of Counseling, Social Work or Psychology from an accredited institution.
• Current state licensure (LCSW, LPC or equivalent - LCSW preferred).
• Minimum of 3–5 years working with adolescents, preferably in a school setting.
• A deep respect for Catholic teachings and the ability to integrate spiritual wellness into clinical practice.
• Proficiency in CBT, DBT and Trauma-Informed Care.
• Familiarity with Google Suite and school counseling software (SCOIR, Naviance, BlackBaud, etc)

Please send your resume and cover letter to:
Terence J. Houlihan, the director of school counseling at [email protected]

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off

Work Location: In person

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