Job Description

School Guidance Counselor at Care Options for Kids summary:

A School Guidance Counselor provides counseling services and assessments to children and their families, addressing mental health, education, and overall well-being. They utilize available resources to support children's unique needs, ensuring appropriate care recommendations. The role requires strong communication, organizational skills, and the ability to maintain confidentiality while working independently under pressure.

School Guidance Counselor

Position Summary:
Care Options for Kids is seeking a compassionate, licensed Guidance/School Counselor. This individual will provide counseling services, assessments, and recommendations to children and their families regarding care options, including mental health, education, and overall well-being. The ideal candidate will demonstrate a deep understanding of the unique challenges children face while utilizing available resources, ensuring that each child receives the appropriate care for their individual needs.

Benefits/Compensation:

• $45-$50/Hour
• Medical, Dental & Vision - Cigna
• Life, LTD & STD
• Supplemental Insurances
• 401k (once eligible)
• PTO
• CEUs
• Referral program
• Professional development assistance
• Online community of clinicians

Experience/Requirements:

• Experience as a Guidance/School Counselor.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Self-motivated, with strong problem-solving skills and ability to work independently.
• Ability to work under pressure.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality of data and information.
• Excellent communication – verbal and written, and interpersonal skills.
• Responsive to requests.
• Reliable transportation, valid driver's license, and current auto liability insurance.

Education/License/Certification:

• Current South Carolina provisional or professional Special Services Provider professional license for School Counseling.
• Masters Degree in School Counseling or related field.

Application Open Through 6/30/2025

Care Options for Kids is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or any other status protected under federal, state, or local law.

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Keywords:

school counseling, child mental health, student assessments, family support, education counseling, special services provider, mental health resources, communication skills, confidentiality, professional development

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