School Counselor

Job Type


Part-time

Description

Our Lady of Loreto School

18000 East Arapahoe Rd.

Foxfield, CO 80016


Reports to: Principal

Department: School

Status (PT/FT): Part Time, Non-Exempt

Salary Range : $30.71 to $38.18 per hour


Position Summary:


The School Counselor is a qualified professional who meets the requirements to work in a Catholic school in the Archdiocese of Denver. The counselor is hired by and directly accountable to the principal. The counselor is expected to abide by the policies and procedures of the local school, the Archdiocese of Denver, and the Office of Catholic Schools. The School Counselor cooperates with the principal and staff in providing an environment that promotes the ministry of Catholic education and helps build a Catholic culture in the school, ordered towards discipleship.


Essential Job Functions:


• Supports and upholds the philosophy of Catholic education and the mission of the school


• Acts as a witness to Gospel values by modeling the teachings of the Catholic Church


• Supports and adheres to the Code of Conduct and policies and procedures of the school and Diocese


• Abides by the Confidentiality Policy set forth in the Employee Handbook


• Communicates effectively with students, parents, and other professionals


• Assists students with social/emotional issues and offers referral options for outside counseling


• Works with small groups in classrooms as needed, helping students with social emotional learning

• Maintains student records


• Meets staff development guidelines as set forth by the Diocese/local administration


• Demonstrates professionalism in conduct, demeanor, and work habits

• Other duties as assigned


Requirements

Competencies and Qualifications:


• Be a fully initiated Catholic in the communion of the Catholic Church and intentionally living out the five precepts of the Church (CCC 2041-2043)

• Refrain from promotion or approval of, or the living out of, any conduct or lifestyle that would reflect discredit or disgrace on, or cause scandal in relationship to, the Archdiocese of Denver, or considered to be in contradiction with Catholic doctrine or morals.

• Effective listening and verbal communication skills.

• Must work cooperatively with school staff and administration.

• Knowledge of and willingness to implement safety and emergency procedures.

Education and Experience:


• Master's degree in counseling or master's degree in psychology or social work with courses included or added that address theories and methods in counseling, psychology of adolescence.

• Compliance with Safe Environment requirements.

Physical Requirements:


• Ability to execute appropriate safety and emergency procedures, including leading evacuations and providing basic first aid.

Working Days and Hours:


• The Counselor will work 24 hours per week