Clinical School Counselor

Job Description

Title : School Counselor, Special Education

Position Type : Full-time / 10-month school year contract, renewable annually (with potential summer opportunities)

Work Location : Annandale or Fairfax, VA opportunities

What we do and offer our team :

PHILLIPS PROGRAMS Schools are private special education day schools that serve children with emotional and behavioral needs. At PHILLIPS, we take a whole-child approach, embracing each student's strengths and challenges to create a nurturing and supportive learning environment.

What the School Counselor / Therapist does :

• Provide individual and group counseling to students, developing and implementing individualized therapeutic programs (as part of the IEP).
• Collaborate with instructional staff and external agencies to coordinate counseling and educational services.
• Develop strong relationships with families , providing support and maintaining open communication.
• Maintain accurate documentation , including session notes, billing records, service trackers, and quarterly progress reports.
• Offer consultation and support to teaching staff on counseling strategies and family engagement.
• Assist in developing and implementing behavioral and educational plans for students.
• Provide staff training as needed on relevant counseling topics and student support strategies.
• Conduct assessments and crisis interventions as necessary to support student well-being.

What the Counselor / Therapist brings to the team :

Master’s degree in a clinical or counseling field OR a state license in one of the following areas :