Counselor for Charter High School

WHATCOM INTERGENERATIONAL HIGH SCHOOL

Our strategic vision aims to establish a distinctive learning environment crafted for students, with guidance from elders, ensuring that every young person—regardless of their circumstances—receives an education that prepares them for success in school, career, and life, ultimately empowering them to contribute to a more equitable and sustainable world.

POSITION SUMMARY:

The High School Counselor at WIHS has two primary responsibilities: supporting students' mental and emotional health and serving as an academic and career counselor. In their mental health role, the Counselor oversees all mental health services at the school, including individual and group counseling, documenting and scheduling services, assisting in creating IEP/504 plans, and making referrals to external resources. They also collaborate with the MTSS team to implement restorative practices related to drug and alcohol issues. As an academic and career counselor, the Counselor helps students navigate their educational pathways, set academic goals, explore career opportunities, and plan for post-secondary success.

DUTIES:

• Guides students on academic, educational, and social/emotional challenges.
• Stays accessible and strives to understand each student under their care.
• Delivers individual counseling and responsive support services for students and their families regarding mental health and academic issues.
• Facilitates guidance counseling through organized activities in small groups or classrooms, sharing essential educational, social, and school information.
• Conducts workshops for parents focused on common student needs.
• Engages in consultations and communicates with parents, teachers, administrators, and relevant entities regarding specific student academic and educational issues.
• Offers feedback and suggests appropriate actions and solutions tailored to each student’s academic and educational requirements.
• Participates in the MTSS Team to identify students who may require targeted or intensive services, coordinating efforts with external behavioral health specialists.
• Aids students and parents in comprehending school rules and protocols.
• Collaborates with behavioral health specialists to develop and implement support systems for students.
• Supports and attends relevant student activities and events.
• Creates a range of written materials to document activities, update newsletters, and ensure compliance with state regulations.
• Works alongside families, students, healthcare providers, and other agencies to promote necessary treatment, gather information, and adhere to legal requirements.
• Leads the drug and alcohol response committee, offering support for drug, alcohol, and vaping issues to students and communicating with their families.
• Reports suspected child abuse cases to ensure student safety and legal compliance while providing annual training on CPS reporting procedures for all staff. Additionally, performs related duties as assigned to ensure the efficient operation of the work unit.

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

• Develop and sustain a comprehensive school counseling program.
• Willingness and capability to engage with students from diverse backgrounds and discuss potentially sensitive subjects.
• Skill in organizing tasks and managing time to meet various deadlines while communicating effectively with students, parents, school administrators, and staff.
• Uphold confidentiality and maintain respectful boundaries with students, staff, families, and the community.
• Serve as a liaison among home, school, and community resources.
• Familiarity with WA State graduation requirements.

QUALIFICATIONS

Required-

• Master’s Degree in Counseling/Guidance, Education, or Social Work
• Understanding and familiarity with computer applications and Google processing functions

Preferred-

• Minimum of 1 year of school counseling or teaching experience or alternative
• Experience in school nursing or health education

CONDITION OF EMPLOYMENT

• Must complete state and federal criminal background clearance
• Work scheduled hours in person, but a hybrid schedule may be proposed

WORK ENVIRONMENT

• Indoor and outdoor environments- will attend whole school field trips as applicable.
• Position may include: Lifting, pushing, pulling, kneeling, stooping, crouching, etc.

WORK SCHEDULE

This is an in-person school year position ending June 20th, 2025. The contract 24-25 contract would begin in August

APPLY NOW

Please email a resume and cover letter to:

Eric Zamora
Director of Operations
eric.zamora@intergenerational.school

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $35.00 - $42.00 per hour

Expected hours: 15 per week

Benefits:

• Professional development assistance

Schedule:

• 4 hour shift

Work Location: In person

Salary : $35 - $42