Job Description

• Position Type:
  
  Instructional Staff - K-12

• Date Posted:
  
  4/15/2025

• Location:
  
  Hillcrest Academy - North Campus

• Date Available:
  
  09/02/2025

• Closing Date:
  
  06/11/2025

Guidance Counselor or Social Worker
Alternative High Schools
Long Term Leave Replacement
Available September 1, 2025

Union County Educational Services Commission is a public school district located in Westfield, NJ that was established to provide cost-effective educational services for the 21 member districts in Union County.


The Commission is currently seeking an experienced and dedicated Guidance Counselor to fill a leave replacement at Hillcrest Academy – North Campus in Scotch Plains and South Campus in Westfield. These innovative alternative high schools were developed to provide highly supportive and individualized programs to academic, socially and emotionally at-risk students who were unable to meet success in a traditional educational environment. We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate School Counselor to join our educational team. The ideal candidate will play a vital role in supporting the emotional, social, and academic development of students. This position involves working closely with students, parents, and faculty to create a positive learning environment and address the diverse needs of our student population. The School Counselor will provide mental health counseling, behavioral health support, and guidance in academic advising.

Description:


• Available September 1, 2025
• Leave Replacement
• 5 days per week
• Hours: 8:20 – 2:40 p.m.
• Comprehensive Medical & Dental Benefits
• NJ Pension Enrollment (TPAF)
• Paid sick and personal time 



Qualifications:


• Earned Master’s Degree from an accredited college or university.
• School Counselor or Social Worker certificate issued by the New Jersey Department of Education.
• Valid New Jersey Motor Vehicle License w/Clean Driving Record.
• Knowledge of a broad range of professional competencies related to school counseling.
• Highly effective communication and interpersonal skills needed to relate well with administration, teachers, support staff, students and members of the local community.

Please complete the online application in its entirety to be eligible for an interview.


Thank you for your interest!

Job Tags

Full time, Local area,

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