School Counselor

The Bradley School is a licensed private academy educating students who present with special education needs.  These students may have learning, emotional and/or behavioral challenges and struggle to succeed in a traditional classroom setting. The Bradley School offers each student a different kind of academic experience and a renewed chance at success.

Our experienced staff and our dedication to enhancing the lives of every child we serve are the building blocks of education at the Bradley School. In addition, our classrooms include state-of-the-art resources that are specifically designed to serve the needs of the students.

We are looking for a School Counselor who is motivated, compassionate and has a calling and passion for helping children.  We are looking for someone with initiative, creativity and a desire to have a positive impact on a child’s life.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Provide individual and group social work services to students
• Assist students, families, and referring school districts access community resources
• Participate in all IEP meetings
• Maintain contact with families and school districts in accordance with department’s requirements
• Complete the intake summary for day school students
• Share relevant information with the Bradley clinical community

Qualifications best suited for the position:

• Initiative
• Ability to build rapport with clients
• Patience and creativity while working with residents at their own pace
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Professional demeanor, sound judgment, dependability, and a strong work ethic

Requirements

• Masters degree in psychology, counseling or other related field
• Pennsylvania Department of Education Guidance Counselor certification preferred
• Minimum of one year experience working with youth in a human service or psychiatric setting

Benefits

• Student loan repayment program
• $1500 sign on bonus
• $2000 relocation assistance
• Referral bonuses
• 4 weeks of Paid Time Off in the first year of employment
• Health, dental and vision coverage
• 401(k)
• Life insurance
• Free parking and meals
• Opportunity for licensure supervision
• Advanced training opportunities and continuing education credits

We are committed to advocacy for children with special needs, care and compassion, and focusing on the inherent strengths of children, youth and families without regard to race, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, age, or gender. The Bradley Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer.  All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.