ROLE DESCRIPTION
Christian Counselor
This position offices in-person, on campus
ROLE SUMMARY
As a member of the Student Affairs team, a Valor Christian High School Christian Counselor delivers direct counseling services as well as a comprehensive, multi-tiered system of overall student support that integrates faith and a biblical worldview through classroom instruction, faculty and staff training, parent education, crisis response, and collaborative student support teams. Utilizing evidence-based practices, the Counselor partners closely with Deans, Academic and College Counselors, Academic Support Services, parents, teachers, and coaches to promote the mental, emotional, relational, and spiritual well-being of Valor Christian students and to advance stated student outcomes, with the ultimate aim of helping students ground their identity in a personal relationship with Jesus Christ. The Christian Counselor is a licensed mental health professional with expertise in adolescent development, clinical diagnoses, and the impact of mental health on learning and relationships. Additionally, they demonstrate cultural awareness, including sensitivity to trauma, chronic illness, grief, and life transitions. The role requires a mature and active Christian faith, a servantโs heart, and a deep commitment to counseling students with love, grace, truth, and hope while faithfully upholding Valor Christian High Schoolโs mission, values, and Statement of Beliefs.
Valor Christian High School is a decidedly Christian, college preparatory school whose core values honor a biblical foundation. Valor employees are faith-filled, joyful believers who are active in a local, Christian church whose beliefs are in alignment with the schoolโs Statement of Beliefs. They are both called and committed to the schoolโs vision and mission and seamlessly integrate faith into their daily work. You will be most successful if you have a true servantโs heart, a teachable spirit, a love for the Lord Jesus Christ, and a commitment to the schoolโs beliefs and values.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Possess and Model a Growing Relationship with Christ
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Pursue full devotion to Jesus Christ and live a life that reflects that authenticity
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Model the fruits of the spirit in communications, relationships and daily work
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Demonstrate teachability and a willing heart for service
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Embody others-centered, servant-leadership in all interactions
Demonstrate Trustworthy Commitment to Valor Christian High School
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Accept and uphold Valorโs values and beliefs as found in the Statement of Beliefs, Christian Community Policy, and Valor Culture Document
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Accept and abide by all affirmations in Valorโs Annual Statement of Commitment
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Be relationally involved in the life/lives of our students with a heart of service and mission
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Seamlessly and deliberately integrate Biblical truth and Christian values into daily work
Primary Responsibilities
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Lead a comprehensive, multi-tiered system of student support that includes prevention, early intervention, short-term counseling, and crisis response, ensuring timely care for students with varying levels of need
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Provide solution-focused counseling and coordinated crisis support, including referrals and partnerships with external mental health providers, delivered in alignment with biblical principles, professional ethics, and Valor policy
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Design and implement initiatives that promote student flourishing, resilience, healthy relationships, and emotional, spiritual, and social well-being across the school community
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Collaborate closely with faculty, deans, families, and multidisciplinary support teams to ensure alignment with Valorโs mission, values, school culture, and desired student outcomes in spiritual formation, cultural engagement, and college preparedness
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Maintain excellence and consistency in counseling services by adhering to crisis response protocols, tiered and collaborative interventions, departmental procedures, and conducting regular quality assurance reviews to ensure alignment with counseling standards and institutional expectations
Secondary Responsibilities
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Serve as a trusted consultant to parents, faculty, and staff regarding students experiencing mental health, wellness, or behavioral concerns, offering guidance consistent with biblical principles and professional best practices
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Provide education and training for the Valor community in mental health awareness, well-being, and suicide prevention and intervention, equipping staff, students, and families to recognize needs and respond appropriately
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Participating member of the Measurable, Attainable, and Practical (MAP) Team, a multidisciplinary support group that brings together Deans, Academic and College Counselors, Academic Support Services, and Christian Counseling and Wellness Services to ensure holistic care and promote student flourishing
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Maintain professional licensure and liability coverage in accordance with Colorado state requirements to ensure ethical practice and provide appropriate protection in the event of a professional complaint or grievance
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Assists the Coordinator with data collection to evaluate and demonstrate the effectiveness of classroom education and departmental services
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Under the supervision of the department Coordinator, design and deliver classroom curriculum to support healthy decision-making and the pursuit of a Christian lifestyle.
Serve Wholeheartedly as an Exceptional Teammate
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Uphold and embody Valorโs culture as set forth in the Valor Culture Document
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Model servant leadership, grace and love in all relationships and interactions
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Develop relationships with colleagues with goals of teamwork, relational unity and spiritual growth
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Provide team support regarding all matters, processes and initiatives
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Demonstrate loyalty to teammates in action and word
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Assist Team members to facilitate school-wide wins
Demonstrate a Commitment to Fulfilling Valorโs Vision and Mission
Demonstrate a Commitment to Growth
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Participate in Valor Team meetings, Chapel and weekly meetings with Team/Supervisor
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Demonstrate teachability and receptivity to feedback
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Pursue professional, personal, and spiritual growth and development