What are the responsibilities and job description for the School Counselor - Full Time position at Stuart Hall School?
School Counselor - Full Time
Stuart Hall School - Staunton, VA
Stuart Hall School, an independent Episcopal day and boarding school serving grades 6-12, seeks a full-time School Counselor to support the social and emotional well-being of all students . The School Counselor will create a comprehensive school counseling program that promotes student success and personal growth.
Position Highlights
The School Counselor will :
- Provide individual and group counseling for social, emotional, and behavioral issues.
- Develop and implement preventative mental health programs.
- Manage crisis intervention and student mental health emergencies.
- Consult with parents / guardians and provide resources.
- Refer students and families to external support when needed.
- Collaborate with faculty and staff to foster a supportive school climate.
- Support teachers in developing students' social skills and classroom strategies.
- Assist Residential Life Faculty in creating student support systems.
- Participate in weekly Student Support Team meetings.
- Advocate for student needs and inclusivity.
- Maintain confidential student records.
- Stay updated on best practices in school counseling.
- Co-teach 8th Grade Summit and / or Freshman Seminar on executive functioning and social-emotional well-being.
Additional Responsibilities could include, based on candidate interest and school need :
Required Skills & Qualifications
Preferred Qualifications (absences will not harm application)
Why Stuart Hall?
Located in Staunton, VA , a vibrant small town frequently ranked among the best in the U.S., Stuart Hall offers a close-knit academic community, innovative curriculum, and a commitment to student growth . Our Staunton Is Our Campus initiative provides unique experiential learning opportunities.
A full job description, with additional details, is available in the link at the bottom of this page.
To Apply
Submit a resume and cover letter through our online application portal. Stuart Hall School values diversity, equity, and inclusion and encourages candidates from all backgrounds to apply.
Equal Employment Opportunity . The School is an equal opportunity employer. The School provides equal employment opportunity to all employees and job applicants without regard to an individual's race, color, ethnic or national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, military status, marital status, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions including lactation, age, disability, genetic information or any other factor prohibited by applicable law. All aspects of personnel management - including hiring, promotion, demotion, transfer, recruitment, layoff, discipline, termination, compensation, benefits, training and working conditions - will be administered in accordance with this policy. Each employee is expected to do their part to maintain a working environment free of discrimination, harassment and retaliation.
Position requires the ability to pass a background check.
