School Counselor, FT, 2026-27

San Jose, CA - USA

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 21 hours ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

POSITION: SCHOOL COUNSELOR FLSA: FULL-TIME EXEMPT
LOCATION: SAN JOSE CATHOLIC SCHOOL
REPORTS TO: PRINCIPAL

Primary Function: Under the direction of the School Principal is responsible for providing supporting counseling individually and within a group setting to students.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Recognizes and supports the unique Catholic Mission of the school by speaking acting and instructing consistent with the teachings of the Catholic Church; a teacher may not espouse any doctrine inconsistent with the teachings of the Church.
Gives evidence of lived Gospel values by being an active member of a faith community and being open to the importance of personal faith journey; strives to model the teaching of Jesus by attitude and example.
Help build the schools faith community by a demonstrated willingness to participate in and plan school religious and service activities
Sets an example for students by personal adherence to Catholic Doctrine and Catholic principles of morality
Identify and develop creative intervention methods and procedures to adapt effectively to unusual situations; participate in coordination monitoring and reporting student interventions
Serve as a resource specialist for teachers and parents regarding counseling needs; work cooperatively with parents to generate confidence in the teacher and school
Work with students parents and staff in a compassionate and productive manner
Assist teachers in effective planning organizing and implementation of strategies for optimum behavior management
Serve as liaison to school staff and outside resources; maintain consistency and continuity in the schools response procedures
Provide guidance to teachers in working with student behavior and classroom management; Implement an effective referral and follow-up process
Demonstrate exceptional counseling techniques including documentation and student tracking
Provide appropriate information to staff related to the comprehensive school counseling program
Assist teachers parents/guardians and other responsible parties in interpreting and understanding student data
Monitor and supervise student activities as appropriate.
Perform other duties as assigned

Basic Qualifications:

A working knowledge of and a strong commitment to the mission of fostering lay leadership in the Catholic Church. If a baptized Catholic must be a practicing Roman Catholic in full communion with the Church
Candidates should have a Masters degree and a current and valid state guidance counselor certificate from the Florida Department of Educationora current and valid Florida state license as Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) or Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT).
Experience in special education preferred
Excellent communications skills including written verbal public speaking and presentation skills
Excellent human relations and interpersonal skills; must be a self-starter and be well-organized; must be a team player
Be available for evening and weekend work as necessary; have reliable transportation
Be able to manage multiple tasks simultaneously
Proficiency in the use of computer technology including word processing and the use of excel and related technology; ability to maintain confidentiality
Flexibility in assessing needs and strategies and adapt appropriately in a ministerial environment
Must be able to complete a background check and Protecting Gods Children (PGC) class.For the Background Screening Clearinghouse Education and Awareness website visit this site:.
Professional bearing and clean and neat personal appearance

Physical/Mental Requirements: Requires coordination and manual dexterity normal mental and visual ability; ability to lift as required in a normal office environment.
Required Activities: Walking; sitting; standing; stooping; reaching; talking; handling; hearing; and carrying

POSITION: SCHOOL COUNSELOR FLSA: FULL-TIME EXEMPTLOCATION: SAN JOSE CATHOLIC SCHOOLREPORTS TO: PRINCIPALPrimary Function: Under the direction of the School Principal is responsible for providing supporting counseling individually and within a group setting to students. Essent...

POSITION: SCHOOL COUNSELOR FLSA: FULL-TIME EXEMPT
LOCATION: SAN JOSE CATHOLIC SCHOOL
REPORTS TO: PRINCIPAL

Primary Function: Under the direction of the School Principal is responsible for providing supporting counseling individually and within a group setting to students.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Recognizes and supports the unique Catholic Mission of the school by speaking acting and instructing consistent with the teachings of the Catholic Church; a teacher may not espouse any doctrine inconsistent with the teachings of the Church.
Gives evidence of lived Gospel values by being an active member of a faith community and being open to the importance of personal faith journey; strives to model the teaching of Jesus by attitude and example.
Help build the schools faith community by a demonstrated willingness to participate in and plan school religious and service activities
Sets an example for students by personal adherence to Catholic Doctrine and Catholic principles of morality
Identify and develop creative intervention methods and procedures to adapt effectively to unusual situations; participate in coordination monitoring and reporting student interventions
Serve as a resource specialist for teachers and parents regarding counseling needs; work cooperatively with parents to generate confidence in the teacher and school
Work with students parents and staff in a compassionate and productive manner
Assist teachers in effective planning organizing and implementation of strategies for optimum behavior management
Serve as liaison to school staff and outside resources; maintain consistency and continuity in the schools response procedures
Provide guidance to teachers in working with student behavior and classroom management; Implement an effective referral and follow-up process
Demonstrate exceptional counseling techniques including documentation and student tracking
Provide appropriate information to staff related to the comprehensive school counseling program
Assist teachers parents/guardians and other responsible parties in interpreting and understanding student data
Monitor and supervise student activities as appropriate.
Perform other duties as assigned

Basic Qualifications:

A working knowledge of and a strong commitment to the mission of fostering lay leadership in the Catholic Church. If a baptized Catholic must be a practicing Roman Catholic in full communion with the Church
Candidates should have a Masters degree and a current and valid state guidance counselor certificate from the Florida Department of Educationora current and valid Florida state license as Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) or Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT).
Experience in special education preferred
Excellent communications skills including written verbal public speaking and presentation skills
Excellent human relations and interpersonal skills; must be a self-starter and be well-organized; must be a team player
Be available for evening and weekend work as necessary; have reliable transportation
Be able to manage multiple tasks simultaneously
Proficiency in the use of computer technology including word processing and the use of excel and related technology; ability to maintain confidentiality
Flexibility in assessing needs and strategies and adapt appropriately in a ministerial environment
Must be able to complete a background check and Protecting Gods Children (PGC) class.For the Background Screening Clearinghouse Education and Awareness website visit this site:.
Professional bearing and clean and neat personal appearance