School Counselor Primary Hall Preparatory Charter School 2408 Main Street Buffalo , NY 14214 Certified - Teaching - Guidance/School Counselor {GUID} Job Number 3300050755 Start Date Open Date 02/03/2025 Closing Date 02/28/2025 As a School Counselor at Primary Hall, you will ensure that our students have a balanced educational experience that prioritizes their physical and mental well-being as well as their academic performance. Every effort has been made to ensure there is a complete job description. However, this document in no way implies that these responsibilities are the only duties you may be required to perform. The omission of specific duties does not exclude them from the position, especially where the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment for the role. Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate. All employment decisions are based upon qualifications, merit, and business need. Supervisory Responsibilities + None Essential Job Functions + Support the implementation of the Mindfulness and Character Education programs. + Support students' academic, behavioral, and mental well-being. + Collaborate with all community stakeholders to promote students' academic and personal success. + Schedule and conduct home visits for newly enrolled families. + Consult with families, therapists, doctors, parents, Child Protective Services (CPS), law guardians, and family court as needed. + Provide professional development and in-house support to staff as needed. + Provide staff with essential information to better understand factors affecting a student's performance or behavior. + Collaborate with Dean of Culture for continued support for students. + All other duties as assigned. Additional Responsibilities and Requirements + Commitment to, belief in, and alignment with the mission of our school, our school's goals and educational philosophy, and commitment to our students, staff, and families. + Communicate well with others and demonstrates strong interpersonal skills with students, parents, colleagues, and community members. + Possess a strong growth mindset, with a willingness to take personal responsibility. + Able to internalize and apply feedback with immediacy, dedication to effectiveness and excellence. + Remain calm under pressure. + Excellent verbal and written communication skills. + Thorough understanding of developmental expectations for students of different ages. + Thorough understanding of assessments and aptitude tests and ability to properly interpret the results. + Superior interpersonal skills with persons of all ages and across diverse backgrounds. + Thorough understanding of warning signs of abuse, neglect, or other crimes. + Ability to work well with a variety of other personalities. + Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite or related software. + Must be willing to work outside of traditional office hours if necessary or required as the role requires some attendance at school events outside of business hours. + Unwavering high expectations for all students. Qualifications, Education, and Experience + New York State Provisional or Permanent Certification as a School Social Worker. + LMSW-Licensed Master Social Worker or LCSW-Licensed Clinical Social Worker. + 2 years of experience in School Counseling with preference given to individuals with experience in an urban school setting. Working Conditions Classroom and Office setting, the noise level in the work environment(s) is relatively quiet. Cognitive and Physical Demands + Daily/consistent: Standing, sitting, computer work, screen time, keyboarding, typing, wrist flexing/extension and other repetitive movements and lifting (up to 20 pounds). + Daily/consistent: Use of professional judgement in alignment with Primary Hall values and policies, ability to communicate effectively verbally and written, and to complete projects with minimal assistance and supervision. + Occasionally: kneeling, standing, reaching, twisting, grasping. Commitment to Diversity Primary Hall Preparatory Charter School is an equal employment opportunity employer committed to maintaining a non-discriminatory working and learning environment. PHPCS does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital status, age, ability, veteran status, or personal characteristics protected by applicable law. Job Attachment View Attachment Itinerant Location 2408 Main Street Buffalo NY 14214` Appointment Status Probationary Position Status Full time Start Date ASAP Required Certification Type School Counselor {2030}, School Social Worker {2080} Contact Person's Name Brianna Ware Contact Person's Title Vice Principal Contact Person's Phone 716-597-4373 Contact Person's Email careers@primaryhall.org