North Country School seeks a School Counselor for the 2026-2027 school year. In this role, you will support students’ social, emotional, and psychological well-being through individual counseling and collaboration with faculty, families, and external providers.
As a vital member of the Mental Health Team, you will manage approximately 50% of the school’s caseload and serve as the counselor-on-call. Beyond direct clinical support, you will facilitate a year-long well-being course and contribute to the development of school-wide programming.
Caseload Management (60%)
Provide individual and group counseling to students, managing a significant portion of the school’s counseling caseload. Develop and implement tailored interventions to support students’ emotional and mental health needs. Coordinate with families and outside providers to schedule and facilitate calls and sessions with students.
Well-Being Instruction (10%)
Facilitate a well-being course for students, promoting social-emotional learning, resilience, and self-awareness.
Counselor-On-Call (15%)
Serve as counselor-on-call for urgent student mental health needs and crises, providing timely and appropriate support.
Program Support (15%)
Collaborate with the NCS team, under the direction of the Director of School, to support school-wide initiatives, contribute to program development, and assist in maintaining a safe, inclusive, and supportive learning environment, including reviewing student admission files throughout the school year and summer. This role in a boarding school community includes weekend and evening duties throughout the school year.