What are the responsibilities and job description for the High School Counselor position at Helena Public Schools?
- Plan, organize and deliver the district counseling program. Provide system support through effective school counseling program management and support for other educational programs.
- Implement the district guidance curriculum using effective instructional skills and careful planning of structured group sessions for students.
- Implement the individual planning component by guiding individuals and groups of students and their parents or guardians through the development of educational and career plans.
- Provide responsive services through the effective use of individual and small-group counseling, consultation and referral skills.
- Provide short-term counseling to assist students during transitions, triage counseling, and other high-stress situations.
- Provide immediate behavioral and crisis intervention as necessary. May involve suicide and threat assessments.
- Assist teachers and administrators with behavioral and emotional issues by communicating with students to find the cause of their distress; work to maximize coping skills for students in difficult situations.
- Discuss the counseling department management system and the program action plans with the school administrators.
- Collect and analyze data to guide program direction. Conduct a yearly program audit.
- Monitor students on a regular basis as they progress in school.
- Is a student advocate, leader, collaborator and systems change agent.
- Class six (6) Montana Specialist Certificate with a school counselor endorsement.
- This recruitment may also be used to fill additional positions per business needs.
- This position is covered by a collective bargaining agreement between the Helena School District and Helena Education Association.
- Prior to employment, you must successfully complete the appropriate background check required for employment.
JobID: 2996
Position Type:
High School Teaching/Counselor
High School Teaching/Counselor
Date Posted:
4/18/2025
4/18/2025
Location:
Helena High School
Helena High School
High School Counselor - Helena High School
At Helena Public Schools, our vision is to foster dynamic educational experiences that prepare all students for life. As a High School Counselor, you will work as part of a team that serves nearly 8,000 students at 18 campuses across Helena. These positions serve a 187-day contract scheduled for 7 hours a day.
Some of what you will do:
Who we are looking for:
The ideal candidate will possess multiple endorsement areas, and at least a year of successful experience in high school counseling.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee will meet multiple demands from several people and interact with the public and other staff.
Starting salary range is $42,872.81-$66,283.51 based on education and experience in addition to a comprehensive benefit package.
How to Apply
Complete the online application to include a cover letter and unofficial college transcripts. Applications accepted immediately. This position will remain open until filled.
Complete the online application to include a cover letter and unofficial college transcripts. Applications accepted immediately. This position will remain open until filled.
Question? Email recruit@helenaschools.org.
Important Notes
Important Notes
The Helena School District is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, national origin, genetic information, sex, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, ancestry, marital status, military status, citizenship status, culture, social origin or condition, use of lawful products while not at work, political affiliation or a mental, physical or sensory disability, or by any other distinguishing characteristic if otherwise able to perform the essential functions of a job with reasonable accommodations. Persons with a disability who need assistance in the application process or those needing this announcement in an alternate format may email recruit@helenaschools.org or call (406) 324-2010. TTY users should first call 711 to access the Traditional Relay Service from Montana Relay.
District online application is available at: https://helenaschools.org/departments/human-resources/join-our-team/
Human Resources Office
1325 Poplar Street
Helena, Montana 59601
Phone: (406) 324-201
Salary : $42,873 - $66,284
