What are the responsibilities and job description for the School Counselor position at PHILLIPS Programs for Children and Families?
Title : School Counselor, Special Education Signing Bonus
Position Type : Full-time / 10-month school year contract, renewable annually (with potential summer opportunities)
Work Location : Laurel, MD
What we do and offer our team :
PHILLIPS PROGRAMS Schools are private special education day schools that serve children with emotional and behavioral needs. At PHILLIPS, we take a whole-child approach, embracing each student's strengths and challenges to create a nurturing and supportive learning environment.
We are currently seeking a School Counselor for our PHILLIPS ~ Laurel program, a Blue Ribbon private special education day school dedicated to serving children with learning and behavioral differences.
What the School Counselor / Therapist does :
- Provide individual and group counseling to students, developing and implementing individualized therapeutic programs (as part of the IEP).
- Collaborate with instructional staff and external agencies to coordinate counseling and educational services.
- Develop strong relationships with families , providing support and maintaining open communication.
- Maintain accurate documentation , including session notes, billing records, service trackers, and quarterly progress reports.
- Offer consultation and support to teaching staff on counseling strategies and family engagement.
- Assist in developing and implementing behavioral and educational plans for students.
- Provide staff training as needed on relevant counseling topics and student support strategies.
- Conduct assessments and crisis interventions as necessary to support student well-being.
What the Counselor / Therapist brings to the team :
Master’s degree in a clinical or counseling field OR a state license in one of the following areas ( supervision available for those working toward licensure ) :
