$56,000–$105,677 Per Year
Background Investigation, Communication Skills, Crisis Intervention, Customer Support/Service, Database Administration, Database Technology, Interpersonal Skills, Legal, Organizational Skills, Prescription Drugs, Risk, Secondary School, Staff Development, Student Services, Substance Abuse, Systems Administration/Management, Training/Teaching Curriculum, United States Citizen
id='p1729_'>Student Assistance Counselor (SAC) - Tenure Track, 26-27 SY JobID: 1729
Position Type:
Student Support Services
Date Posted:
6/12/2026
Location:
High School
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WESTWOOD REGIONAL SCHOOL DISTRICT
TOWNSHIP OF WASHINGTON, NEW JERSEY
STUDENT ASSISTANCE COUNSELOR
Tenure Track
2026 - 2027 School Year
Westwood Regional High School
Anticipated Opening
Qualifications:
- Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of the components of a comprehensive developmental counseling program, substance abuse curriculum development, counseling and staff development, and the resources available in the school and community to assist secondary students
- Exhibit enthusiasm and sensitive interpersonal skills to relate well with students, staff, administration, parents, and the community
- Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills
- Ability to work effectively with students, parents, and educators concerning the needs and abilities of all students as related to social-emotional and/or educational growth
- Knowledge of crisis intervention strategies and resources especially related to at-risk students
- Broad knowledge of theories of individual and group counseling techniques, and secondary school counseling program design
- Experience managing student database systems
- Experience working with at-risk students
- Minimum experience as determined by the board
Requirements:
- Valid New Jersey Instructional Certificate: Student Assistance Coordinator endorsement or eligibility required
- Required criminal history background check, fingerprinting and proof of U.S. Citizenship or legal resident alien status
Salary & Benefits:
- Per the established WEA Salary Guide ranging from $56,000 - $105,677
- Full-time staff are eligible for Medical, Prescription, Dental and Vision benefits.
- Sick and personal days are included per the WEA contract.
For immediate consideration, apply at www.applitrack.com/westwood/onlineapp
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Westwood Regional School District