Part-time - School Counselor

Fountain Valley School of ColoradoColorado Springs, CO, United States

30+ days ago

Job type

Part-time

Job description

Fountain Valley School, a selective and diverse boarding school, educates 250 students in grades 9–12 on a beautiful 1,100-acre campus in Colorado Springs, CO. Founded in 1930, the School provides a rigorous, global curriculum in academics, arts, athletics and the outdoors.

Position Summary :

The School Counselor will work directly with students and staff to determine the mental health needs of the student, deliver clinical interventions consistent with the needs of the student in a safe and ethical manner and evaluate treatment progress. This person will be committed to providing services that help sustain a student’s mental health in order to promote academic stability and the ability to thrive within the community. This position will be a 20 hour a week position for 10 months.

Key responsibilities include but are not limited to :

Utilize a biopsychosocial model to aid in a comprehensive understanding of the student history, current challenges, and treatment needs.
Promote a safe, inclusive, and trauma-informed school climate for all students
Provide individual counseling sessions by appointment.
Develop and submit treatment plans based on the intake session.
Submit thorough clinical documentation in a timely manner.
Respond to mental health crises, including suicide risk assessments, following school protocol
Collaborate with teachers and administrators, when appropriate, to support student success through case consultation and team meetings
Refer students to external mental health resources when appropriate
Engage in individual and group consultation with the Director of Counseling
Collaborate with the department in designing mental health and wellness programming
Regular and reliable in person attendance
Other duties as assigned

Knowledge and Skills :

Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Ability to balance administrative and support services.

Ability to work with individuals in a courteous and professional manner.

Ability to remain calm and supportive in stressful situations.

Detail oriented, organized, self-motivated, self-directed, and punctual.

Ability to work independently, handle multiple projects simultaneously and to prioritize tasks.

Education / License Qualifications :

Master’s degree in psychology or related field.

Strong knowledge of adolescent development, crisis intervention, and evidence-based therapeutic practices

Familiarity with issues common to high school students, including identity development, academic pressure, social dynamics, and emerging mental health concerns

Maintain current Colorado required licensure or certification.

Working Conditions :

Environment : Working in a boarding / day secondary school.

Physical demands : Must be able to sit, stand, and walk 8 hrs per day and lift items weighing up to 25 lbs;

Working Relationships : Work well community response teams, students, and all other employees.

Salary : $30 - $50 an hour, depending on education and experience

Benefits : Retirement, EAP, use of campus gym, pool and trails

Application Deadline : November 30, 2025

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School Counselor • Colorado Springs, CO, United States