What are the responsibilities and job description for the Mental Health Counselor position at Moses Brown School?
Mental Health CounselorPosition Type: Full-Time, ExemptPosition Summary Moses Brown School seeks a versatile and experienced Counselor to nurture the mental health and well-being of students across the Middle and Upper School divisions. This role requires a clinician capable of supporting the full developmental journey of adolescencefrom the transition into 5th grade through graduation. The Counselor provides intentional and direct intervention, integrates social-emotional learning into the curriculum, and collaborates with families and care teams to help students navigate challenges and build resilience.Key Responsibilities1. Clinical Support & CounselingProvide individual and small-group support for students facing academic stress, social challenges, mental health needs, and personal concerns.Focus on emotional identification, regulation, and helping students develop tools to navigate peer relationships and strengthen their sense of self.Conduct clinical assessments and manage crisis interventions, serving as the lead communicator with parents and outside healthcare providers to ensure a coordinated circle of care.Facilitate spaces for students to explore their identities and develop the confidence necessary for independence.2.
Wellness Education & Social-Emotional Learning (SEL)Design and deliver age-appropriate wellness curricula and SEL lessons focused on self-awareness, coping strategies, and self-advocacy.Teach progressive skills including mindfulness, stress management, conflict resolution, and perspective-taking.Coordinate division-wide mental health programming, such as depression screenings and suicide prevention education.Partner with the Director of Health and Wellness to provide resources and educational sessions for parents, guardians, and faculty/staff.3. Collaboration & Systems of SupportServe as a core member of divisional Student Support Teams, collaborating regularly with Division Heads, Deans, Learning Specialists, Nursing, Athletics, and College Counseling.Consult with faculty and advisors to support emotional well-being within the classroom, on the fields, and on the stage.Work with colleagues to support student transitions (e.g., 4th to 5th grade or 8th to 9th grade) through proactive programming and continuity of care.Support various campus groups, including the Diversity Committee and student-led wellness initiatives.4. Professional EngagementOffer professional development to colleagues on student support, mental health, trauma-informed care, and educator self-care.Maintain confidential records and contribute to a community of openness and shared responsibility for student well-being.Center Quaker values and inclusive decision-making processes in all aspects of clinical and educational practice.QualificationsEducation: Masters degree or higher in a relevant field (e.g., School Counseling, Social Work, or Psychology).Licensure: Evidence of license or certification (e.g., LMHC, LICSW, LCSW, or School Counseling) or evidence of pursuit of professional credentials.Experience: A minimum of five years of experience working with students in a school setting is preferred. Candidates must demonstrate the ability to work effectively across the developmental spectrum of grades 5 through 12 with a strong focus on early adolescence.Skills: Strong clinical assessment and intervention skills; experience in curriculum design and classroom instruction; and the ability to advocate for students and families across a diversity of backgrounds.Compensation & Schedule This is a 10-month (school year) exempt position.
Moses Brown School offers a competitive salary and benefits package commensurate with experience.
Wellness Education & Social-Emotional Learning (SEL)Design and deliver age-appropriate wellness curricula and SEL lessons focused on self-awareness, coping strategies, and self-advocacy.Teach progressive skills including mindfulness, stress management, conflict resolution, and perspective-taking.Coordinate division-wide mental health programming, such as depression screenings and suicide prevention education.Partner with the Director of Health and Wellness to provide resources and educational sessions for parents, guardians, and faculty/staff.3. Collaboration & Systems of SupportServe as a core member of divisional Student Support Teams, collaborating regularly with Division Heads, Deans, Learning Specialists, Nursing, Athletics, and College Counseling.Consult with faculty and advisors to support emotional well-being within the classroom, on the fields, and on the stage.Work with colleagues to support student transitions (e.g., 4th to 5th grade or 8th to 9th grade) through proactive programming and continuity of care.Support various campus groups, including the Diversity Committee and student-led wellness initiatives.4. Professional EngagementOffer professional development to colleagues on student support, mental health, trauma-informed care, and educator self-care.Maintain confidential records and contribute to a community of openness and shared responsibility for student well-being.Center Quaker values and inclusive decision-making processes in all aspects of clinical and educational practice.QualificationsEducation: Masters degree or higher in a relevant field (e.g., School Counseling, Social Work, or Psychology).Licensure: Evidence of license or certification (e.g., LMHC, LICSW, LCSW, or School Counseling) or evidence of pursuit of professional credentials.Experience: A minimum of five years of experience working with students in a school setting is preferred. Candidates must demonstrate the ability to work effectively across the developmental spectrum of grades 5 through 12 with a strong focus on early adolescence.Skills: Strong clinical assessment and intervention skills; experience in curriculum design and classroom instruction; and the ability to advocate for students and families across a diversity of backgrounds.Compensation & Schedule This is a 10-month (school year) exempt position.
Moses Brown School offers a competitive salary and benefits package commensurate with experience.