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id='p70344_47352'>Itinerant Elementary School Counselor/Social Worker JobID: 70344
Position Type:
Student Support Services/Counselor
Date Posted:
8/6/2026
Location:
Franklin Elementary School
Date Available:
2026-2027 School Year
Closing Date:
08/12/2026
County:
Pendleton County Schools Additional Information: Show/Hide
PENDLETON COUNTY SCHOOLS
SCHOOL COUNSELOR/SOCIAL WORKER
JOB DESCRIPTION
TERM OF EMPLOYMENT: 200 days
TOTAL COMPENSATION: Salary based on experience and education level per PCBOE salary schedule plus competitive benefits package equal to approximately 35% of direct compensation. Please use the following link for further details Benefits and Salaries | Pendleton County Schools
JOB OVERVIEW: Pendleton County Schools is seeking a highly motivated and compassionate School Counselor/Social Worker to join our student support services team. This position plays a critical role in promoting students' academic success, mental health, emotional well-being, and social development. The ideal candidate will bring a comprehensive understanding of counseling and social work practices in school settings, and work collaboratively with families, staff, and community agencies to remove barriers to student learning and success.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Meet minimum standards for certification as set forth by the West Virginia State Board of Education in minimum standards for the licensure of School Counselor and State licensure/certification as a Social Worker.
Good evaluations and/or recommendations from professional associates, employers, and/or supervisors.
Demonstrated experience in a school or youth-focused setting.
Ability to pass a criminal background check.
Ability to communicate effectively with students, school personnel, and parents.
Applicants with unsatisfactory evaluations, non-renewal for cause, or unfavorable reference recommendations will not be considered.
REPORTS TO:
Principal and Assistant Superintendent
PROFESSIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES: As defined in State Statute, §18-5-18b, the School Counselor shall work with individual pupils, and groups of pupils in providing developmental, preventive, and remedial guidance in counseling programs to meet academic, social, emotional and physical needs; including programs to identify and address the problem of potential school dropouts.
Meet with staff to review data and identify student needs.
Coordinate and oversee virtual school students
Plan, prepare and implement lessons focused on social and emotional well-being.
Organize, direct, and coordinate lessons and activities.
Gather and interpret data for individuals, groups or programs.
Deliver services to students or others.
Collaborate with school personnel and/or parents to coordinate the delivery of services to students or others.
Adhere to the teacher code of conduct.
Perform other job-related duties as assigned by the Director of Curriculum and Instruction.
Provide individual and group counseling to students addressing academic, social, emotional, and behavioral needs.
Deliver developmental, preventive, and remedial guidance programs.
Conduct needs-based assessments and interpret data for individuals and groups.
Monitor academic performance, attendance, and behavior; implement targeted interventions.
Address critical student concerns including bullying, crisis response, dropout prevention, and substance abuse.
Coordinate with teachers, administrators, and families to develop and implement support plans.
Communicate regularly with parents/guardians and connect families with available community services.
Serve on or lead multidisciplinary student support teams.
Respect and value diverse perspectives and cultural backgrounds.
Provide crisis intervention and mental health support.
Address immediate safety concerns and support trauma-informed care practices.
Advocate for student well-being and ensure access to necessary services.
Plan, prepare, and evaluate counseling/social work services and activities.
Develop data-driven action plans and adjust programs based on ongoing evaluation.
Organize and lead workshops or training sessions for staff, students, and families.
Collaborate with school leadership on systemic improvements to address student needs.
Maintain current knowledge of best practices, legal standards, and ethical requirements in school counseling and social work.
Engage in continuous professional learning.
Other duties as assigned by the principal.
Demonstrate professional behavior, confidentiality, and ethical decision-making.