What are the responsibilities and job description for the Anticipated School Adjustment Counselor- Needham High School SY 25-26 position at Needham High School?
Needham Public Schools is an inclusive, dynamic, and multicultural community seeking an
energetic, skilled, and warm Adjustment Counselor to enhance our goals of supporting every child, Needham Public Schools seeks candidates with diverse backgrounds and experiences. This posting is for a full-time clinical position
About Needham Public Schools (NPS): NPS has a deep commitment to the success of our diverse students and families and to the professional accomplishments of its educators. Needham devotes itself to cultural proficiency, equity, and community collaboration to fulfill the vision of the Portrait of a Needham Graduate. This METCO district comprises 5 elementary schools, 2 middle schools, and 1 nationally-ranked high school serving approximately 5,500 students. NPS is committed to addressing equity in the district by focusing on improving academic performance for historically marginalized students and ensuring our schools are safe for every child and free of bias, bullying, and hurtful acts that demean and diminish. Read more about our equity work here.
Job Description:
The Adjustment Counselor works with students who have mental health and
social-emotional needs as well as consultation to staff, caregivers, and service providers regarding the mental health and social-emotional needs of the students.
Provides a high level of case management including outside therapists, hospital staff, day
program staff, and outside agencies
Providing crisis management and emotional support to students experiencing acute
distress
Providing a high level of parent communication as well as direct work with families.
Qualifications:
Masters in Social Work or Counseling
Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education license as a school
social worker
Experience with trauma-informed care with at-risk populations preferred
Prior clinical experience with adolescents required
Compensation and Benefits:
Please review Unit Contract A and this page to learn more about employee compensation and benefits.
The Needham Public Schools does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, disability, age, active military/veteran status, ancestry, genetic information, or national or ethnic origin in the administration of its educational policies, employment policies, and other administered programs and activities. In addition, students who are homeless or of limited English-speaking ability are protected from discrimination in accessing the course of study and other opportunities available through the schools.
Needham Public Schools has a strong commitment to equity. Candidates who also have a strong commitment to this work are encouraged to apply. For more information on our equity work please visit our equity website.
All positions are subject to the approval of the 2025-2026 Needham Public School budget by the Town of Needham.
