Bergen Catholic High School is always looking for bright and motivated individuals interested in teaching in a Catholic school environment.

School Counselor

Job Summary:
The High School Guidance Counselor provides comprehensive academic, social-emotional, and career guidance to students. The counselor supports students in achieving academic success, planning for post-secondary education and careers, and addressing personal or social challenges. This role requires collaboration with teachers, administrators, families, and community resources to foster a safe, supportive, and inclusive school environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Academic Counseling:
  
  • Assist students in course selection, academic planning, and goal setting.
    
  • Monitor student progress and intervene as needed to ensure academic success.
    
  • Support students with individualized education plans (IEPs) and 504 plans, in collaboration with the Special Education team.

• College and Career Guidance:
  
  • Provide information and counseling on college admissions, vocational training, apprenticeships, and career options.
    
  • Assist with college applications, scholarship searches, and standardized testing preparation.

• Social-Emotional Support:
  
  • Provide individual and group counseling to address personal, social, and emotional concerns.
    
  • Help students develop problem-solving, decision-making, and coping skills.
    
  • Identify students at risk and coordinate interventions with school staff and outside resources.

• Collaboration and Advocacy:
  
  • Work closely with teachers, administrators, and families to support student success.
    
  • Serve as a liaison between the school, families, and community organizations.
    
  • Participate in school-wide initiatives, committees, and professional development opportunities.

• Record Keeping and Compliance:
  
  • Maintain accurate records of counseling sessions, student progress, and interventions.
    
  • Ensure compliance with school policies, state regulations, and ethical standards.

Qualifications:

• Master’s degree in School Counseling or related field.
  
• State certification/licensure as a school counselor.
  
• Strong knowledge of adolescent development, educational planning, and career guidance.
  
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills.
  
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive situations with discretion.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience working in a high school setting.
  
• Familiarity with college admissions processes and career readiness programs.
  
• Training in conflict resolution, crisis intervention, and social-emotional learning.

Working Conditions:

• Full-time position during the school year with limited summer work.
  
• Work primarily within a school environment; occasional travel for conferences or student activities may be required.

If you are interested in working at Bergen Catholic, please send your cover letter and resume to employment@bergencatholic.org. Resumes will be kept on file and reviewed if a position becomes available.