Mental Health Counselor

Mental Health Counselor – District Location: District Pennsauken Public Schools is an urban/suburban Pre‑K to 12th grade school district of approximately 5,000 students located in Camden County, New Jersey. Responsibilities Enhances the relationships with administration and staff members by communicating effectively, facilitating teamwork that supports the Grant objective and goals Monitors and reviews the productivity and provides recommendations to improve the quality and quantity of the district's mental health supports and training opportunities. Develops rapport with individuals, groups and communities to improve the well‑being of students Encourages students to discuss emotions and experiences Examines issues including substance abuse, self‑regulation, bullying, anger management, careers, depressing, relationships, social skills, self‑image stress and suicide Works with families and hosts parent training nights in collaborations with the Project Director as indicated in the requirement of the grant application procedures Assists students define goals, plan actions and gain insight Develops therapeutic processes Conducts evidenced‑based evaluation processes to determine students who are at risk of social, emotional and behavioral difficulties Takes a holistic (mind and body) approach to the well‑being of students Qualifications Certified New Jersey School Counselor. Appropriate New Jersey State Certification REQUIRED Master's Degree in Counseling, Psychology, or Social Work preferred Background in Nurtured Heart Approach, Restorative Practices and/or experience working with students in trauma Minimum 2 years of experience preferred MUST pass NJ Criminal History Review Unit fingerprinting requirement New Jersey State residency requirements for public employees in effect Terms Salary, terms and conditions as per PEA contract #J-18808-Ljbffr Pennsauken Public Schools