1.0 FTE School Counselor/School Adjustment Counselor

MILLBURY PUBLIC SCHOOLS
OFFICE OF THE SUPERINTENDENT

VACANCY NOTICE: May 15, 2026 CLOSING: Until filled

OPENING For 2026-2027 SCHOOL YEAR
1.0 FTE School Counselor/School Adjustment Counselor Millbury Jr/Sr High School (grades 7 - 12)

DESCRIPTION:
Millbury Memorial Junior-Senior High School is seeking a dynamic, student-centered School Counselor / School Adjustment Counselor to join our learning community. This role is essential to advancing our shared vision of creating meaningful learning experiences where every student feels seen, valued, and heard.


Aligned with our ongoing work around intentional instruction, inclusive systems, and a strong, connected school culture, the School Counselor plays a critical role in supporting the "whole child." This includes fostering students' social-emotional well-being, strengthening their academic engagement, and ensuring equitable access to opportunities and support.

The School Counselor / School Adjustment Counselor provides comprehensive services to support students' emotional wellness and academic success. The position includes case management, counseling, academic advising, and collaboration with staff, families, and community partners to remove barriers and promote student growth-both in and beyond the classroom.

QUALIFICATIONS:
Possession of MA DESE license in the area of School Counselor (5 -12)
School Adjustment Counselor (All Levels) preferred
Strong communication skills and a background in working with parents/guardians as partners in the educational process
Experience working with students of varied backgrounds, at-risk students, and guidance
Background with conflict-resolution techniques
A commitment to improve the lives of students and work in a collaborative environment

GENERAL DUTIES:
Provides social/emotional support to students and direct services to students with mental health, behavioral/social needs as identified through the Instructional Support Team
Create and implement a program involving peer mediation, conflict resolution, and/or restorative practices
Support students in junior high school alternative ed program
Serves as a liaison between classroom teachers, counselors, administration, outside agencies, parents, and students
Collaborates and coordinates with administrators and staff to develop and modify individualized behavior programming, as necessary
Coordinates individual and/or small group therapeutic opportunities and/or counseling for students
Promotes student education on emotional regulation, wellness strategies, and social development
Works effectively with the district BCBAs, School Psychologists, and School Counselors
Seeks out and implements evidence-based counseling techniques to deliver short-term counseling interventions to resolve immediate conflicts and problems; intervenes in student-specific situations that disrupt learning in order for re-entry to the classroom environment
Supports re-entry from hospitalization due to social/emotional difficulties, medically fragile (i.e., concussion), or long-term medical absences
Serve on the Instructional Support Team and Crisis Team
Engages in consistent and timely two-way communication with the parents/guardians to keep them apprised of student progress and gather feedback and information to support student learning and well-being
Provides crisis management services, including assessing for safety
Maintains a caseload of students to advise for academic and social growth, keeps appropriate records, and makes recommendations for services as needed
Provides support to school personnel regarding student engagement, cultural diversity, and the delivery of educational supports to students who have multiple risk factors
Consult with in-district clinical staff, outside agencies/providers to monitor students' mental health symptoms and the impact on academic functioning
Partners and consults with teachers, school administrators, and other school personnel for purposes of diagnosing, evaluating, and recommending interventions for the adjustment of students
Assess students for substance use, support systems, physical and emotional functioning, barriers to academic performance, peer issues, suicidal/homicidal ideation, and similar issues
Facilitate trainings and workshops for students, teachers, school staff, and parents
Other duties as assigned by the Principal and/or Assistant Principal

SALARY: In accordance with the teachers' contract

WORK YEAR: School Year as approved by the Millbury School Calendar and Millbury Teachers' Association

LETTER OF APPLICATION:
A cover letter, resume, copy of college transcripts, copy of licensure, and three letters of reference should be sent to:
Christopher Lowe, Principal
Millbury Jr./Sr. High School
12 Martin Street
Millbury, MA 01527
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