What are the responsibilities and job description for the Fogelman JFS School Counselor (full-time) position at Memphis Jewish Community Center?
SCHOOL COUNSELOR (full time)
The School Counselor will direct and coordinate the services needed to meet the social,
emotional, developmental, and mental health needs of all K – 8 students at both Bornblum
Jewish Community School and Margolin Hebrew Academy. The School Counselor provides
oversight for all student counseling services and collaborates with the administration, teaching
faculty, support services department, and outside consultants to identify needs and implement
support strategies. The School Counselor combines knowledge of social work, mental health,
education, and child development to provide varied assessment, prevention, and intervention
services. The School Counselor is employed and supervised by Jewish Family Services of the
Memphis Jewish Community Center.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Consult with teachers on social, emotional, and behavioral issues
- Consult with teachers on classroom dynamics
- Address conflicts and social issues as they arise
- Conduct individual and family counseling
- Conduct social skill groups in regards to social and emotional well-being in the
- Be available to consult regarding issues that arise in the high school of Margolin Hebrew
- Communicate regularly with parents
- Collaborate with community agencies, groups and individuals to assist with provision of
- Participate in Accommodation Meetings
- Provide staff training and professional development on relevant issues
QUALIFICATIONS
- Master’s Degree in Social Work or a comparable degree
- Valid TN license in Social Work or comparable field
- Three or more years’ experience as a social worker/counselor in the K-8 school setting
preferred but not required
6560 Poplar Avenue o Memphis, TN 38138 o P (901) 767-8511 o F (901) 767-4888 o jccmemphis.org/fjfs
OTHER SKILLS AND ABILITIES
- Effective written, verbal, and general communication skills
- Excellent organization, analytical and detailed problem solving skills
- Ability to work in a professional manner as both a self-starter and a team member
ABOUT THE POSITION
- This is a full time position working a 10 month academic year 2025-26
SALARY
- Competitive and commensurate with experience
6560 Poplar Avenue o Memphis, TN 38138 o P (901) 767-8511 o F (901) 767-4888 o jccmemphis.org/fjfs
