School Counselor Job at Therapeutic Services, A Member of the Point Quest Group, Kansas City, MO

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  • Therapeutic Services, A Member of the Point Quest Group
  • Kansas City, MO

Job Description

Potential Placement Bonus of up to $1000!

 

School Counselor – Key Responsibilities

Academic Counseling & Postsecondary Planning

  • Guide students in academic planning, course selection, and graduation requirement tracking.

  • Ensure 100% of students develop and update their Individual Career and Academic Plan (ICAP).

Provide targeted support to students at risk of falling behind in credits or off-track for graduation.

  • Collaborate with the College Counseling and Postsecondary team to support students in pursuing college, career, and trade pathways.
  • Advise on dual credit/enrollment options, ACT/SAT prep, and summer learning opportunities.

Social-Emotional Learning (SEL) and Direct Services

  • Deliver SEL lessons and small group counseling aligned to the comprehensive counseling program and KIPP KC’s values.

  • Offer direct support for student well-being and identity development, including topics such as mental health, peer relationships, time management, and stress.

  • Keep detailed records of sessions and progress, using data to inform supports and programming.

  • Collaborate with educators to support a culturally responsive and trauma-informed classroom culture.

Responsive Services

  • Provide immediate and short-term individual or group counseling in response to student needs.

  • Participate in crisis response and safety planning for students in need of urgent support.

  • Facilitate peer mediation and conflict resolution processes.

  • Refer students and families to appropriate internal and community-based resources when necessary.

     

Systems-Level Collaboration

  • Participate in school-wide support teams, including IEP, 504, MTSS, CARE, and Student of Concern meetings.

  • Collaborate with teachers, deans, and leaders to identify trends in student behavior, academics, and wellness.

  • Support implementation of restorative practices and trauma-informed strategies across campus.

Organize and lead school-wide programming, such as Career Day, Mental Health Awareness events, and parent workshops.

 

School Counselor Qualifications

Required:

  • Master’s degree or higher in School Counseling, Education, Social Work, or a related mental health discipline.

  • Missouri School Counseling Certification (K–12 or 9–12), or eligibility to obtain.

  • Must be eligible to work in the U.S.

  • Criminal Background Check and TB Clearance

Preferred:

  • Previous experience working in a K–12 school setting

  • Experience conducting staff training or coaching

School Counselor Physical Demands

Environment: Occasional exposure to typical school conditions including dust, noise, and changing environments.
Activity: Regular standing, walking, and occasional lifting of up to 50 lbs, with or without reasonable accommodations.
Sensory: Ability to perform essential job duties with or without assistive devices or accommodations, including in moderate to high noise environments.

This job description outlines key functions and may be adjusted as needed to meet evolving district and student needs.

 

Point Quest is an Equal Opportunity Employer and considers all qualified applicants regardless of race, gender, color, religion, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, veteran status, or other classification protected by law.

Job Tags

Temporary work, Summer work, Immediate start,

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