School Adjustment Counselor (Long Term Substitute) Canton High School

Canton High School is seeking an exceptional and dynamic candidate to serve as theSchool Adjustment Counselorfor the remainder of the 2025-2026 school year with an anticipated start date of 2/9/26. TheSchool Adjustment Counselorwill join a vibrant and supportive team that places a high priority on collaboration creativity flexibility and commitment to the goals of the District and to our students families and staff.

The Counseling Department is made up of 6 School Counselors (including the Director of Counseling) 3 School Adjustment Counselors and 1 School Psychologist. We also maintain a comprehensive Student Services department to support a wide range of learners during their time at Canton High School.

Canton High School is an inclusive community for all students and staff and serves over 960students in grades9-12. CHSis elevating the educational experience for our students by cultivating a school culture and climate that promotes academic growth and social-emotional learning for every student and ensures high-quality teaching and learning through the purposeful design of rigorous and equitable student experiences.

We are eager to find the next member of our team who collaborates with other educators to create the conditions necessary so that every child experiences the true joy of learning the excitement of achievement areas of passion and an authentic sense of belonging in their school.

JOB SUMMARY

The School Adjustment Counselor works with individuals groups and families to facilitate students adjustment and success within the school environment. The counselor will address a variety of student issues including mental illness family stress and social/emotional challenges.

PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Support the inclusion of a diverse student population through cultural and family engagement
2. Provide individual and/or group counseling to students as needed relative to social and emotional issues that impact engagement and achievement
3. Provide direct service for individuals identified through Individual Education Plans (IEP) and 504 Accommodation Plans
4. Observe students in the classroom and provide consultation to the teachers when necessary
5. Provide social skills training to students as well as follow-up consultation as needed
6. Coordinate with outside agencies for students who have hospital or therapeutic placements due to emotional disabilities.
7. Provide intervention with students on conflict mediation de-escalation and peer mediation
8. Serve as a member of the Crisis Team where applicable
9. Consult assist and implement behavior assessments for identified students
10. Maintain appropriate documentation including progress reports for students on IEPs
11. Collaborate with faculty and staff on students needs and progress
12. Act as liaison with outside providers and therapists
13. Collaborate with School Nurse School Psychologist and other school staff members as needed
14. Participate in the Student Response Team as needed during school hours
15. Attend 504 meetings and IEP meetings
16. Participate in department and building-based professional development and meetings as well as parent/guardian meetings
17. Participate in DESE hearings or mediations as needed
18. Perform other duties specifically articulated within the collective bargaining agreement as assigned by building principal and/or District administration

Qualifications:

1. Masters in Social Work Psychology or Counseling from a school accredited by the Department of Education
2. Massachusetts School Social Worker/School Adjustment Counselor Certification
3. A minimum of three years of post-Masters experience including at least 1-2 years of school system experience preferred
4. Proven ability to relate to a variety of constituencies including but not limited to: administrators parents/guardians teachers students other school staff and providers
5. Outstanding written and verbal communication skills
6. Well-organized with excellent leadership abilities
7. Exceptional interpersonal and presentation skills
8. Working knowledge of relevant technologies: internet and email systems; word processing presentation and spreadsheet software; and educational software
9. Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the school department may find appropriate and acceptable

REPORTS TO: Director of Counseling (6-12)/Assistant Director and/or Director of Student Services and Building Principal

SUPERVISES: Not Applicable

WORK YEAR:183 days

COMPENSATION:$342.38/day

If you are unsure whether you meet the qualifications of this position or how this would be determined please feel free to reach out to the below contact for this position to discuss your application.