In-School Counselor

Licensed In-School Counselor

Lakeside Educational Network is looking to add a counselor to work with middle and high school student at Upper Merion Vantage Academy located in Bridgeport, Pennsylvania. You will be helping students identify, manage, and overcome the challenges that are negatively impacting their education. Collaborate with teachers, counselors, and other school staff to share the tools and strategies that will best support each individual student.

Description:

• Individual and Group Services
• Support students and assess their needs as they relate to behavioral goals, future planning and available services.
• Consult and collaborate with other professionals regarding students’ treatment, progress, and delivery of services.
• Collaborate with and educate staff regarding behavioral needs of students.
• Assist with crisis response as needed.

Requirements:

• Master’s degree in counseling, social work, psychology, or a related mental health field.
• License preferred (LPC, LSW, LCSW, or LMFT).
• Excellent interpersonal skills with students, families, colleagues, and community resources.
• Experience working within a school setting desired.

Lakeside is a nationally recognized trauma-informed organization that provides a safe, supportive, and nurturing environment where students build positive relationships, manage emotions, and achieve academic success. 

Small class sizes and a supportive professional staff will provide you with the opportunity to make a huge difference in the lives of our students and fellow teachers.

Lakeside offers a robust benefits package that includes company paid Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, and Long-term Disability insurance, 403B Retirement Plan, paid time-off, and more.