Wellness Counselor

Wellness Counselor - Part Time
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
A De Marillac Academy Wellness Counselor is a talented and committed counselor who
contributes to a positive learning environment that fosters academic excellence,
socio-emotional wellness and personal growth for all students. The Wellness Counselor will
work closely with the School Counselor, the Principal and the Student and Family Services
coordinator to ensure continued support of students and communication with families. This
position is part-time, working two school days per week (16-20 hours), and will be through a
contracted partner.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Responsible for managing a caseload of students to meet regularly to check-in about

social-emotional well being;

• Assess student safety concerns and make appropriate action plans, including safety

agreements and possible referrals to outside agencies;

• Communicate with the Principal when student safety concerns arise;
• Work as part of a team of professionals utilizing a trauma-informed model to

provide holistic care for students;

• Works alongside Assistant Principal to support students' behavioral and social

emotional growth;

• Ensure accurate and timely filing of all Child Protective Services reports and notify

other school administration of these reports;

• Communicate with the school administration regularly regarding counseling needs,

areas of legal/safety concern, and other issues that require attention;

• Provide support, training and counseling for individual, group, family and/or

community crisis as needed by the school;

• Share information, strategies and techniques with teaching and counseling staff that

are helpful for students' success in the classroom.
Administrative

• Provide communication to parents of student caseload through consistent

communication;

• Maintain required documentation of services provided;
• Maintain open communication with the school principal on matters that the

principal needs to be aware of, without breaching confidentiality.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Master’s degree in Counseling, Social Work, School Counseling, Marriage & Family

Therapy or equivalent field, with necessary credential or license to providing
counseling.

• Fluent in Spanish (writing, reading & speaking) preferred but not required
• Related work experience with youth and families is a plus.

Core Characteristics

• Openness to embracing and promoting the Lasallian Vincentian mission and identity

of De Marillac Academy;

• Uphold and live out the values of De Marillac Academy’s Community Covenant;
• Commitment to social justice and educational equity;
• Ability to keep confidential information;
• Model a culture of learning and professionalism at De Marillac Academy;
• Strong interest in building community and fostering relationships;
• Energetic, flexible, resourceful, and a sense of humor;
• Foster a culture of philanthropy at De Marillac Academy by greeting visitors, hosting

classroom visits, and participating in Development events.
Working Conditions & Physical/Other Requirements

• Establish working relationship with faculty and staff;
• Perform any other related duties as assigned by the Principal;
• Proficient in Microsoft 365 products, Google Suite, and Google Classroom.

Compensation
Compensation is commensurate with qualifications and experience. This position is part-time,
working 16-20 hours per week, and will be through a contracted partner.
Start Date
As soon as possible
Application Procedures

Please email a cover letter, resume and three references to hr@demarillac.org or apply online
at www.demarillac.org/joinourteam
MISSION:
Inspired by the inherent and unique gifts of our students and graduates, De Marillac Academy,
located in the Tenderloin neighborhood of San Francisco, ignites academic, spiritual, and
social emotional growth through a Lasallian Vincentian Catholic educational experience.
In partnership with families and community, through an all-scholarship 4th-8th grade
Academy and Graduate Support Program, we accompany our students through middle
school, high school and into early adulthood, as they develop a strong sense of self, purpose,
and service to others.
VISION:
At De Marillac Academy, we believe that another world is possible, and our students and
graduates are a fundamental force for building it.

Job Type: Part-time

Salary : $40,400 - $51,200