Overseeing the social, emotional health and well-being of Upper School students, faculty, and families.
Working in conjunction with the US Director of Counseling.
Collaborating with LS and MS counselors to ensure a philosophically and vertically aligned program JK-12th.
Essential Functions:
Individual and Group Counseling
Available for students, parents, and faculty as needed, requested, or required.
Supervision of Advisory Program
Be a resource for faculty in planning for advisory.
Assist US Director of Counseling with advisory placements.
Assist in creating additional programming for advisory including topics like SEL and DEIB.
Consultant Role
Be a resource for faculty to talk through any student or advisory related issues.
Be a resource for parents to talk through any situation or issue.
Refer students, parents and faculty to outside professionals as needed or requested.
Develop and maintain relationships with outside therapists, psychiatrists, and psychologists in the greater Charlotte area.
Parent Education speakers and programs
Additional Expectations
Member of Dean Team
Attend meetings as directed by Head of Upper School
Interview prospective students and attend admissions committee
Teach a class
Have an advisory
Qualifications
Master’s degree in mental health field
3+ years experience working with high school aged students
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Demonstrated ability to communicate with diverse faculty and student populations.
Empathetic and eager to engage actively with students, parents, and faculty.
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