What are the responsibilities and job description for the School Adjustment Counselor - Therapeutic Program - Elementary Level position at Fall Brook School?
LEOMINSTER PUBLIC SCHOOLS
FALL BROOK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
School Adjustment Counselor - Therapeutic Program
2025-2026 School Year
We are seeking a compassionate, student centered School Adjustment Counselor to join our team. This position plays a vital role in promoting students' emotional, social, and academic success by providing counseling/social services and collaborating with families, educators, and community agencies. The ideal candidate will be a skilled communicator with a strong understanding of child development and a commitment to supporting the whole child.
- CALM-trained or willing to obtain CALM certification
- Ability to create, manage, and adjust staff schedules, including coverage planning during staff absences
- Skilled in crisis intervention and de-escalation techniques
- Facilitate and lead therapeutic social skills groups for students
- Proficient in implementing coping strategies and behavior intervention plans (BIPs)
- Collect and analyze behavioral data to support the development and evaluation of BIPs
- Collaborate effectively with both general education and special education teachers to support student success
- Communicate and collaborate with caregivers to support student well-being and progress
- Coordinate with outside agencies and community resources to provide comprehensive support services for students
Qualifications:
- Master’s degree (preferred) in School Counseling, Social Work, Psychology, or a related field
- Valid Massachusetts DESE certification as a School Adjustment Counselor.
- Demonstrated knowledge of child development and its impact on learning.
- Legal authorization to work in the United States (citizenship, residency, or valid work visa)
Please submit transcripts, resume, evidence of licensure and letters of reference
