Upper School (6-12th grade) Guidance Counselor (Full Time)
Robert M. Beren Academy
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Houston, TX, USA
Posted on Sep 11, 2025
Title
Upper School (6-12th grade) Guidance Counselor (Full Time)
Location
Robert M. Beren Academy, Houston, Texas
Description
About Us:
Robert M. Beren Academy (RMBA) is a Modern Orthodox Jewish day school in Houston, Texas, serving students from early childhood through 12th grade. Rooted in Torah values and committed to academic excellence, RMBA fosters the intellectual, spiritual, emotional, and social growth of each student. Our inclusive and nurturing environment supports a diverse community of learners preparing to thrive in the modern world while remaining grounded in their Jewish identity. RMBA is seeking an Upper School Guidance Counselor to provide social-emotional counseling to students in grades 6–12 (approximately 120 students). The counselor supports student well-being, builds strong relationships with families and faculty, and contributes to a culture of care and accountability. The role involves both proactive programming and responsive support in alignment with the school’s mission and values.
The ideal candidate will act as a trusted adult for students navigating the challenges of adolescence and work in partnership with parents, faculty, and administrators to foster a safe, supportive, and responsive school environment. This role centers around prevention, intervention, and relationship-building to support mental health and overall student wellness.
Clinicians should have good knowledge of current support and therapeutic resources outside of the school for appropriate referrals.
Key Job Responsibilities:
Student Support
• Provide short-term individual and group counseling to students coping with anxiety, stress, friendship challenges, family transitions, identity exploration, and other social-emotional needs.
• Serve as a visible, approachable presence for students, fostering trust and rapport across all grade levels.
• Develop and maintain confidential records and communicate appropriately with parents and school personnel, ensuring student privacy and safety.
Crisis Response & Referral
• Respond to urgent or crisis situations with compassion, professionalism, and discretion.
• Coordinate with families and outside mental health professionals when long-term or intensive support is needed.
• Participate in safety planning and support re-entry for students returning from hospitalization or extended absence.
Prevention & Programming
• Design and implement school-wide or grade-level programming focused on wellness, healthy relationships, coping skills, emotional regulation, and peer support.
• Partner with faculty to integrate social-emotional learning (SEL) into advisory, classroom, and experiential education settings.
• Provide workshops or discussions for students on timely and developmentally appropriate topics (e.g., managing stress, digital citizenship, inclusion, empathy).
Faculty & Parent Collaboration
• Serve as a resource for faculty in understanding adolescent development and supporting students with emotional or behavioral concerns.
• Collaborate with teachers, EC/LS Counselor and administrators to ensure the social-emotional needs of students are addressed in the school culture.
• Offer parent guidance and host educational sessions on relevant mental health and parenting topics.
Candidates should be flexible and be able to assume various roles not related specifically to counseling i.e. substituting, supervising extracurricular activities and/or trips including the ability to spend most lunches/ recesses with all students to help with supervision, guidance and support. Some evening hours are expected.
Qualifications:
• Master’s degree in School Counseling, Psychology, Social Work, or a related field (required).
• Licensure or certification (LPC, LCSW, LMFT, School Counselor) preferred.
• Experience working with adolescents in a school or youth services setting.
• Knowledge of adolescent development, trauma-informed care, and current best practices in school mental health.
• Sensitivity to the values and practices of a Modern Orthodox Jewish community; ability to work effectively in a religiously observant school environment.
• Strong interpersonal, communication, and problem-solving skills.
Salary is commensurate with qualifications and experience. Benefits include individual health (medical, dental and vision) insurance, pension plan, group term life insurance, and paid time off.
Robert M. Beren Academy does not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, color, sex, age or disability.
If you are interested in applying for this position, please email a cover letter and resume to employment@berenacademy.org
Robert M. Beren Academy (RMBA) is a Modern Orthodox Jewish day school in Houston, Texas, serving students from early childhood through 12th grade. Rooted in Torah values and committed to academic excellence, RMBA fosters the intellectual, spiritual, emotional, and social growth of each student. Our inclusive and nurturing environment supports a diverse community of learners preparing to thrive in the modern world while remaining grounded in their Jewish identity. RMBA is seeking an Upper School Guidance Counselor to provide social-emotional counseling to students in grades 6–12 (approximately 120 students). The counselor supports student well-being, builds strong relationships with families and faculty, and contributes to a culture of care and accountability. The role involves both proactive programming and responsive support in alignment with the school’s mission and values.
The ideal candidate will act as a trusted adult for students navigating the challenges of adolescence and work in partnership with parents, faculty, and administrators to foster a safe, supportive, and responsive school environment. This role centers around prevention, intervention, and relationship-building to support mental health and overall student wellness.
Clinicians should have good knowledge of current support and therapeutic resources outside of the school for appropriate referrals.
Key Job Responsibilities:
Student Support
• Provide short-term individual and group counseling to students coping with anxiety, stress, friendship challenges, family transitions, identity exploration, and other social-emotional needs.
• Serve as a visible, approachable presence for students, fostering trust and rapport across all grade levels.
• Develop and maintain confidential records and communicate appropriately with parents and school personnel, ensuring student privacy and safety.
Crisis Response & Referral
• Respond to urgent or crisis situations with compassion, professionalism, and discretion.
• Coordinate with families and outside mental health professionals when long-term or intensive support is needed.
• Participate in safety planning and support re-entry for students returning from hospitalization or extended absence.
Prevention & Programming
• Design and implement school-wide or grade-level programming focused on wellness, healthy relationships, coping skills, emotional regulation, and peer support.
• Partner with faculty to integrate social-emotional learning (SEL) into advisory, classroom, and experiential education settings.
• Provide workshops or discussions for students on timely and developmentally appropriate topics (e.g., managing stress, digital citizenship, inclusion, empathy).
Faculty & Parent Collaboration
• Serve as a resource for faculty in understanding adolescent development and supporting students with emotional or behavioral concerns.
• Collaborate with teachers, EC/LS Counselor and administrators to ensure the social-emotional needs of students are addressed in the school culture.
• Offer parent guidance and host educational sessions on relevant mental health and parenting topics.
Candidates should be flexible and be able to assume various roles not related specifically to counseling i.e. substituting, supervising extracurricular activities and/or trips including the ability to spend most lunches/ recesses with all students to help with supervision, guidance and support. Some evening hours are expected.
Qualifications:
• Master’s degree in School Counseling, Psychology, Social Work, or a related field (required).
• Licensure or certification (LPC, LCSW, LMFT, School Counselor) preferred.
• Experience working with adolescents in a school or youth services setting.
• Knowledge of adolescent development, trauma-informed care, and current best practices in school mental health.
• Sensitivity to the values and practices of a Modern Orthodox Jewish community; ability to work effectively in a religiously observant school environment.
• Strong interpersonal, communication, and problem-solving skills.
Salary is commensurate with qualifications and experience. Benefits include individual health (medical, dental and vision) insurance, pension plan, group term life insurance, and paid time off.
Robert M. Beren Academy does not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, color, sex, age or disability.
If you are interested in applying for this position, please email a cover letter and resume to employment@berenacademy.org
Start Date
9/1/2025
Contact
Phone: (713) 723-7170
Fax:
employment@berenacademy.org
11333 Cliffwood Dr., Houston, TX 77035
Phone: (713) 723-7170
Fax:
employment@berenacademy.org
11333 Cliffwood Dr., Houston, TX 77035