About this role
Job Title: School Supportive Counselor Reports To: Transfer High School Program Director Location: Brooklyn- East Brooklyn Community High School Position Type: Part-Time
SCO is seeking a Supportive Counselor to serve transfer high school students at East Brooklyn Community High School (EBCHS). The counselor is typically on-site two to three days per week, Monday through Thursday, and provides short-term, school-based support rather than ongoing therapy. In keeping with EBCHS's collaborative school culture, staff members may identify students who could benefit from supportive counseling, preferably delivered by a licensed social worker or mental health counselor. Students who need a higher level of care should be referred to the appropriate school staff for follow-up and, when necessary, external services. Key Responsibilities • Document all student sessions and services in the DOE system. • Provide supportive counseling to students, including short-term emotional support and guidance. • Engage the student body and clearly explain the role of the Supportive Counselor, including the types of support available. • Help students understand that the counselor is available as a trusted person to talk to without the pressure of academic performance, while still allowing space to discuss academic concerns when needed. • Work with students to build coping skills and strengthen positive decision-making. • Meet with students who have experienced conflict within the school building. • Meet with students who are consistently disengaged or not responding to SCO or DOE staff outreach. • Provide crisis intervention support when appropriate and within the scope of the role. • Collaborate with DOE and SCO staff to coordinate support and respond to student needs. • Provide additional related support services as needed and appropriate. Qualifications: • Master's degree in social work (MSW) from an accredited program. • Current New York State Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW) credential required. • Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) credential preferred. • At least two years of post-graduate clinical experience working with teens and families preferred. • Experience applying intercultural communication skills and a culturally responsive lens preferred. • Strong interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills. • Ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team. Work Schedule and Compensation: • This is a part-time position. • 21 hours per week • Annual Salary: $39,69