Academic Counseling:   
1. Provide expert guidance and support to students across grades 9-12, aiding in the 
formulation of strategic academic plans and thoughtful course selections.  
2. Understand and enforce academic policies.  
3. Conduct biannual individual meetings with students to craft a comprehensive four
year academic plan and address any academic challenges.  
4. Implement targeted support plans for those who are struggling academically.     
5. Foster collaborative relationships with faculty, parents/guardians, and students to 
optimize academic support and student success.  
6. Collaborate with the Mental Health Support and/or Learning Specialist to develop 
tailored academic and/or personal interventions for students, as needed.   
7. Assume responsibility for maintaining meticulous student academic records, 
including tracking students with academic deficiencies, updating graduation progress 
reports, and coordinating summer school enrollment.  
 
College Counseling:   
1. Provide personalized support to seniors, assisting with college list development, 
application essay review, and application(s) review.  
2. Conduct individual and group counseling presentations to students and 
parents/guardians to address various aspects of the college application process.   
3. Craft compelling letters of recommendation for each student in the caseload, 
showcasing their academic achievements and personal attributes to prospective 
colleges.  
4. Actively participate in professional development activities such as admission 
representative visits to campus, national conferences, and/or regional workshops, to 
stay abreast of best practices in college admissions counseling.  
5. Cultivate relationships with college admissions representatives to advocate for 
students and stay informed about evolving admissions criteria.  
6. Develop and deliver workshops and webinars addressing topics the college 
admission process, such as college essay writing, UC/CSU applications, Financial Aid 
and Common Applications.  
 
Additional Responsibilities:   
1. Serve as the designated point person for 12th-grade affairs, overseeing parent and 
student informational sessions, senior awards, and college application workshops.  
2. Offer compassionate social-emotional support to students as needed, connecting 
them with the Mental Health Support for referrals and additional assistance.  
3. Conduct thorough assessments of self-harm/suicide risk when necessary, adhering 
to established documentation and reporting protocols.  
4. Ensure compliance with DCFS reporting guidelines to safeguard student well-being.  
5. Collaborate with the Counseling Department to design and implement parent 
education programs and presentations.  
6. Assist in coordinating counseling events, including grade level meetings and honor 
award ceremonies.  
7. Counselor hours vary from the regular teaching day.  There may be a need to fulfill 
added duties after school and on the occasional weekend.    
8. Actively participate in ongoing professional development opportunities.  
9. Fulfill additional duties as assigned by Administration. 

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: • Preferred: Possession of a master’s degree in 
School Counseling or a related field, with a 
preference for candidates holding a PPS 
Credential.  
• 3-5 years of college counseling and/or college 
admission experience preferred.   
• Previous experience in a high school setting.  
• Exceptional written and verbal communication 
skills.  
• Demonstrated ability to engage effectively with a 
diverse student population and collaborate with 
parents and guardians in support of student 
success.  
• Proficiency in delivering engaging presentations 
to both small and large groups.  
• Availability to attend evening meetings, 
professional development sessions, and off
campus activities as required.  
• Thorough understanding and adherence to 
ethical and legal guidelines established by 
professional counseling associations such as the 
American School Counselor Association and 
NACAC. 

About Providence High School

Providence High School is a diverse, mission-inspired community dedicated to preparing young people to thrive in a rapidly changing world. As an independent Catholic school in Burbank, California, we promote the common good and foster a culture of impact to fulfill our mission to be “steadfast in serving all, especially those who are poor and vulnerable.” Founded by the Sisters of Providence in 1955, Providence High School is the only school in the country that is part of a multi-state health care system. We are governed by an independent Board of Regents and accredited by the California Association of Independent Schools (CAIS), the Western Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC), and the Western Catholic Education Association (WCEA). Other memberships and affiliations include the National Association of Independent Schools, Independent School Management, SoCal People of Color in Independent Schools, California Teacher Development Collaborative, and Making Caring Common of the Harvard Graduate School of Education.

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