Director of Health & Wellness/Counselor

Overview

Sequoyah School is expanding its Health & Wellness program and seeks a dynamic team leader to support this growth. This position will work closely with the Academic Leadership team to fortify and further develop a scope and sequence across the K-12, and will be excited to build systems, policies, and practices for a strong program and student support system.

Key arenas of work include:

We are currently accepting applications for the 2023-2024 school year.

Full-time (10-12 month – position negotiable)

Reports to: Director of Teaching and Learning

Salary Range: $90-115K

Key areas of work include:

*Manage data-informed program development

*Design the program to assure inclusive practice for all students

*Plan and implement faculty professional development and training

*Advise and collaborate with Deans and Directors on individuated student plans

*Develop relationships with diverse outside specialists to assure resources for all students

*Manage and direct a team of counselors

Specific Roles & Responsibilities

Leadership

*Develop the K-12 Health & Wellness program, including budgeting, strategic planning and annual program evaluation.

*Manage the Health & Wellness team, and work closely with deans of students, Director of *Learning Services, Director of Teaching & Learning, High School Director, Assistant Head of *School/K-8 Director and other members of the administration to determine how to best identify and address the needs of students' wellbeing.

*Demonstrate cultural competence in interpersonal communication

*Support parent education coffees/meetings to help our community learn about important issues related to adolescent development and parenting.

*Work with administration to determine and deliver relevant training for staff, students and parents

Counseling

*Daily Office Hours (with an appointment system) including but not limited to breaks, lunch, and after school

*Prioritize equipping students to be in class

*Refer students who need regular counseling for outside support

Teaching

*Teach Health & Wellness classes: 9th-12th grade classes (10-11 a.m., M-Th) are co-taught with the part-time Health & Wellness Specialist / Counselor, generally focused at K8.

Qualifications

Qualified candidates must have a minimum of 3 years relevant experience as a counselor, therapist, or psychologist and must have experience working with middle or high school students.

Successful candidates will also have the following qualifications:

*A graduate degree in counseling, therapy, psychology, or related field

*License Preferred - MSW, LCSW, LMHC, NCC

*Background as a psychologist, mental health counselor, or clinical social worker

*A commitment to equity and inclusion

*Strong interpersonal skills

*An understanding of anti-bias and anti-racist practices

*Demonstrated ability to provide effective emotional, psychological, and social support

*Demonstrated ability to be a valuable resource for students, parents, faculty, and staff

*Ability to to develop strong relationships with outside specialists and health professionals to determine needed supports and strategies for students.