What are the responsibilities and job description for the Middle School Counselor position at Faith Lutheran Middle School & High School?
Ministry Description
Position Overview
The applicant must possess excellent communication skills, a demonstrated ability to problem-solve, and the desire to witness their own Christian faith in a counseling setting.
The Middle School Counselor’s role is to develop and oversee that Faith Lutheran is providing a welcoming Christian atmosphere and sincere cultural awareness while fostering a positive Christian environment that meets the needs of our students, parents, teachers and staff. The Middle School Counselor provides support with student social and emotional well-being, support counseling and other developmental concerns related to middle school students. This position represents the school at community events, organizes on-campus events and assists with counseling while upholding the school’s mission of Everyone Prepared! Everyone Saved!
Essential Characteristics
Position Overview
The applicant must possess excellent communication skills, a demonstrated ability to problem-solve, and the desire to witness their own Christian faith in a counseling setting.
The Middle School Counselor’s role is to develop and oversee that Faith Lutheran is providing a welcoming Christian atmosphere and sincere cultural awareness while fostering a positive Christian environment that meets the needs of our students, parents, teachers and staff. The Middle School Counselor provides support with student social and emotional well-being, support counseling and other developmental concerns related to middle school students. This position represents the school at community events, organizes on-campus events and assists with counseling while upholding the school’s mission of Everyone Prepared! Everyone Saved!
Essential Characteristics
- Active Christian and local church member
- Demonstrates a heart for Jesus Christ: “I resolved to know nothing while I was with you except Jesus Christ and Him crucified.” I Corinthians 2:2
- Demonstrates personal character: “In everything, set them an example by doing what is good. In your teaching show integrity, seriousness and soundness of speech…” Titus 2:7-8
- Demonstrates passion for excellence worthy of Christ: “Whatever you do, work at it with all your heart, as working for the Lord… “Colossians 3:23
- Exemplifies a Christ-like attitude in both written and verbal communication
- Ministries and prays with others; communicates the love of Jesus to further the mission of the school. Attend, participate and lead faculty devotions and Chapel on a rotating basis
- Approachable, with an appropriate balance of high expectations, patience and mentorship
- A team-player who is willing to listen to the ideas, concerns and solutions to others
- Knowledgeable and competent in areas of sage school culture necessary to support school’s mission
