31 N Student Support Counselor

About Us:

Nestled in rolling forested hills amid abundant lakes, Delton Kellogg is a public school district with a

small school feel and big school opportunities. We are proud of our close-knit community, dedicated staff

and commitment to helping every student thrive academically, socially, and emotionally.

Position Overview:

Delton Kellogg Elementary is seeking a compassionate and dedicated 31N Student Support Counselor

to join our team. This position is funded through the 31N Mental Health and Support Services grant and

focuses on improving student wellness, resilience, and academic success through counseling,

intervention, and collaboration with families and staff.

Responsibilities

• Provide short-term individual and group counseling to support students’ emotional, social, and

behavioral needs.

• Collaborate with teachers, administrators, and families to create positive, supportive learning

environments.

• Develop and implement prevention and intervention strategies that address student behavior,

mental health and well-being.

• Serve as a liaison between school, families, and community mental health resources.
• Collect and maintain data related to student support services and grant reporting requirements.
• Participate in school-wide initiatives promoting positive behavior, mental wellness, and

social-emotional learning.

Qualifications

• Education: Master’s degree in Counseling, Social Work, Psychology, or related field

required. Candidates with a Bachelor’s degree in a related field may be considered if they are

actively pursuing or willing to pursue a Master’s degree and appropriate state licensure.

• Licensure: Valid Michigan certification or license (e.g., LLMSW, LMSW, LLPC, LPC, LLMFT,

or equivalent).

• Experience: Previous experience in school-based or youth mental health settings preferred.
• Strong communication, collaboration, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to build positive relationships with students, staff, and families.

Schedule

• Full- time position during the school year.

The final candidate for this position will be required (at the applicant’s cost) to furnish Delton Kellogg Schools with a current

Michigan State Police and FBI criminal records check prior to our recommendation to hire.

Delton Kellogg School District is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate in its educational policies on the basis of

religion, race, color, sex, national origin, or handicap of any individual.

Please contact the Central Administration Office at the address or email address listed above, or by

calling 269-623-1501, for complete details on physical demands and skills expected for this position, and

available reasonable accommodations