STUDENT SUPPORT SPECIALIST

STUDENT SUPPORT SPECIALIST Rowan‑Salisbury Schools Erwin Middle School - Salisbury, North Carolina (Open in Google Maps) This job is also posted on North Carolina School Jobs and Rowan‑Salisbury School System. Job Details Job ID: 5709564 Application Deadline: Posted until filled Posted: May 13, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC) Starting Date: Aug 3, 2026 Job Description Reports to: School Principal & Director of Health and Wellness. Purpose: The primary mission of the Student Support Specialist is to provide services to at‑risk and behaviorally challenged students and their families in the Rowan‑Salisbury School System. Qualifications North Carolina license in school counseling or school social work. Counseling Degree Requirements: A Counselor’s degree; Completion of an approved program in school counseling at the master’s level or above; Completion of Praxis (School Guidance and Counseling). School Social Work Requirements: A School social worker’s license; Completion of an approved program in school social work at the bachelor’s level or above. Key Duties and Responsibilities Provide individual and group counseling to students identified as at risk. Intervene with parents of at‑risk youth by providing information, counseling or referral. Act as liaison between the Rowan‑Salisbury School System, counseling/treatment resources, and related outside agencies. Evaluate and monitor behavioral changes and outcomes. Coordinate school health services for pregnant students and/or parenting students. Conduct classroom sessions on topics such as substance abuse, teen pregnancy, violence prevention, coping skills, decision making, problem solving, dealing with grief, self‑esteem, character development, and school success. Participate in student assistance team meetings to facilitate identification and intervention with at‑risk students. Provide training for faculty/staff on topics such as adolescent substance abuse, teen pregnancy, violence prevention, grief counseling, children of dysfunctional families, adolescent development, behavior management, medication, and character development. Consult and collaborate with the Student Services Director, other Intervention Specialists, and student assistance counselors. Attend system level, faculty, building level, departmental, and intervention meetings related to at‑risk students. Submit records, reports, and assignments promptly and efficiently. Perform other duties related to at‑risk students. Term of Employment: 10 months Position Type: Full-Time Salary: $41,000 to $55,950 Per Year Job Categories: Student Services > School/Guidance Counselor Contact Information Ashley Lemley, Director of Talent Acquisition 500 N Main St, Salisbury, NC 28144, USA Phone: View phone number on click.appcast.io Email: View email address on click.appcast.io #J-18808-Ljbffr Young World Physical Education