Part-Time School Counselor Position

(part-time, up to 20 hours per week)Tilton School seeks an experienced and energetic part-time School Counselor to perform professional therapeutic work in assessment, behavior management, and counseling students. The part-time School Counselor will also assess the therapeutic needs of students in crisis and make appropriate recommendations for outside treatment. The successful candidate will work in conjunction with the School Counselor/Clinician.Preference Will Be Given To Candidates Who DemonstrateTeam-oriented with a spirit of service;Strong interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills with colleagues, students and parents;The ability to comply with policies established by federal and state laws;The ability to work with outside sources to meet the intellectual, emotional and behavioral functions of students as needed;The ability to develop and maintain effective individual and group relationships with students and parents;Assistance with the appropriate placement of students according to needs;The ability to successfully run a group/peer counseling programThe School Counselor Willsee students on an appointment and “drop in” basis; make any necessary referralsconduct and coordinate mental health assessments of studentsmaintain appropriate communication and follow up with other members of the Health Center staff, the Community Life Office, the Academic Office, and the Assistant Head of Schoolserve as a resource for faculty and staff in an effort to support their students as advisors, dorm parents, teachers, and coacheshelp to coordinate leavescontribute to further evolution of the Health and Wellness education program at Tiltonbe a presence in the life of the schoolQualifications3 or more years of mental health counseling experience.Minimum of a Masters Degree. Experience with adolescents, residential communities preferredMandatory RequirementsCriminal background and driver’s license record check requiredNH Licensure in the clinical mental health field such as LCMHC, LICSW, School Counseling, or similarInterested applicants should send a cover letter, resume, and contact information for three references to employment@tiltonschool.orgFor more information about Tilton School, please visit our website.