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Rankin County School District

Counselor

Brandon, MS · On-site

Principal, Assistant Principal, and Director of Student Support Services and Counselors Receives guidance from: Principal, Assistant Principal, and Director of Student Support Services and Counselors ...

Rankin County School District

Counselor

Brandon, MS · On-site

Principal, Assistant Principal, and Director of Student Support Services and Counselors Receives guidance from: Principal, Assistant Principal, and Director of Student Support Services and Counselors ...

Headway

Licensed Professional Counselor

Jackson, MS · On-site +1

$110.17/hr

" Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) Wage: Up to $110.17/hour Licensed Professional Counselor -- Are you ready to launch or expand your private practice? Headway is here to help you start accepting ...

Headway

Licensed Professional Counselor

Jackson, MS

$110.17/hr

" Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) Wage: Up to $110.17/hour Licensed Professional Counselor -- Are you ready to launch or expand your private practice? Headway is here to help you start accepting ...

Canopy

Canopy Counsel

Jackson, MS · On-site

Canopy Counsel provides legal support and guidance to the Organization. Canopy Counsel is ... Collaborate and assist with duties of the Investigation Security Manager to confirm that ...

Johnston & Murphy

Asst. Manager

Pearl, MS · On-site

$17 - $30/hr

Effective communication skills * Assist in coaching and counseling performance to achieve company standards * Assist in the implementation and adherence to all company policies and procedures ...

Johnston & Murphy

Asst. Manager

Pearl, MS

$17 - $30/hr

Effective communication skills * Assist in coaching and counseling performance to achieve company standards * Assist in the implementation and adherence to all company policies and procedures ...

Johnston & Murphy

Asst. Manager

Pearl, MS

$17 - $30/hr

Effective communication skills * Assist in coaching and counseling performance to achieve company standards * Assist in the implementation and adherence to all company policies and procedures ...

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What is a counselor assistant?

Counselor Assistants are professionals who support licensed counselors, therapists, or psychologists in providing care to clients. Their duties often include administrative tasks, maintaining client records, assisting with group sessions, and helping clients with resources or information. They may work in schools, rehabilitation centers, mental health clinics, or social service agencies. While they do not typically provide therapy themselves, they play a vital role in supporting the overall counseling process and ensuring clients receive the help they need.

What are some common challenges counselor assistants face when supporting clients in a therapeutic setting?

Counselor Assistants often encounter challenges such as managing emotionally charged situations, maintaining professional boundaries, and supporting clients with diverse backgrounds and complex needs. They must balance empathy with objectivity while adhering to confidentiality and ethical guidelines. Regular collaboration with licensed counselors and participation in team meetings can help address these challenges and support ongoing professional development.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a counselor assistant, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Counselor Assistant, you typically need foundational knowledge of counseling practices, confidentiality protocols, and a relevant associate degree or certification. Familiarity with case management software, documentation systems, and scheduling tools is often required. Strong interpersonal skills, active listening, and empathy help build rapport with clients and support the lead counselor effectively. These skills and qualifications ensure client trust, accurate record-keeping, and efficient support within counseling environments.

What is the difference between Counselor Assistant vs Mental Health Technician?

AspectCounselor AssistantMental Health Technician
Required CredentialsHigh school diploma or equivalent; some roles may require certificationHigh school diploma; certification may be preferred
Work EnvironmentClinics, schools, community centersHospitals, mental health facilities, residential programs
Employer & Industry UsageBehavioral health agencies, schools, outpatient clinicsHospitals, psychiatric units, residential treatment centers
Common Search & Comparison IntentYesYes

Both Counselor Assistants and Mental Health Technicians support mental health services, often working in similar environments. Counselor Assistants typically focus on administrative support and client engagement, while Mental Health Technicians are more involved in direct patient care and monitoring. Understanding these differences can help job seekers identify roles that match their skills and career goals.

Do you need a degree to be a counselor assistant?

A counselor assistant typically does not need a college degree, but relevant experience, certifications, or training in mental health or social services can be beneficial. Requirements vary by employer and state regulations, with some positions emphasizing skills and experience over formal education.

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Infographic showing various Counselor Assistant job openings in Ridgeland, MS as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 71% Full Time, 25% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 97% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 2% Remote job distribution.

Counselor

Rankin County School District

Brandon, MS • On-site

Full-time

Posted 20 days ago

Rankin County School District rating

8.6

Company rating: 8.6 out of 10

Based on 5 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

39th of 639 rated elementary and secondary schools

Job description

Position Type:
Counseling/Counselor
Date Posted:
8/12/2026
Location:
Brandon High School
Date Available:
08/12/2026
Job title:
Counselor
Reports to:
Principal, Assistant Principal, and Director of Student Support Services and Counselors
Receives guidance from:
Principal, Assistant Principal, and Director of Student Support Services and Counselors
Overtime status:
Compliant with position, salary and FLSA regulations
Job purpose:
  • In keeping a tradition of excellence, the purpose of the Counselor is to provide a comprehensive developmental guidance and counseling program for all students at all grade levels, from pre-kindergarten through grade 12; to consult with parents/guardians, teachers, and other school staff members to enhance their effectiveness in guiding and supporting students in progressing through the grade levels and in planning their careers; and to provide support for the other education programs in the individual schools. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Duties and responsibilities:
  • Goals, objectives, and activities of the guidance program are developed using the results of needs assessments
  • Organize a guidance committee that functions in an advisory capacity
  • Develop a guidance calendar of activities that lists on-going and regular events and activities
  • Secure and makes available to students information and material on further educational opportunities, personal growth and development, and occupational opportunities and trends
  • Develop procedures for guidance program
  • Implement the guidance curriculum in each teacher's classroom and/or systematically conducting developmental counseling programs for each grade level in the particular school throughout the year
  • Provide resources to teachers to facilitate their teaching of counseling content in their regular lessons
  • Develop and/or implement program for conflict resolution
  • Provide time in the daily schedule for individual counseling of students
  • Plan and implement group guidance activities
  • Consult with families, teachers, administrators, and other appropriate individuals regarding services and programs available to/for students
  • Prepare a list of contact personnel in agencies, programs, and services external to the school setting for collaboration and referral
  • Interpret test results to appropriate individuals
  • Assist in identifying students who need interventions/special services
  • Assist in reviewing students' progress at the end of each grading period
  • Shall NOT serve as School Test Coordinator or Assistant School Test Coordinator
  • Assist with registering and orienting new students
  • Provide orientation to students from "feeder" schools
  • Conduct course selection using ISP guidelines
  • Provide students with information on school district policies regarding counseling services, student activities, competency and grade-level testing, graduation, and college admission
  • Provide students with materials and information regarding career and post-high school educational opportunities; assists with college applications, scholarships, and employment applications including the writing of letters of recommendation
  • Inform families of student-related career and educational opportunities
  • Provide classroom guidance in areas of career advisement and sex education
  • Consult with administrators and teachers in the planning of course offerings that meet the needs and interests of students
  • Receive and acts upon referrals from administrators, teachers, families, agencies, and other professional staff
  • Serve in coordination of behavior interventions
  • Provide crisis intervention and preventive counseling
  • Assist families in effective use of community and school resources such as (a) identification of students needing special assistance, (b) maintaining a current file of alternate programs and schools, (c) counseling families and students about alternatives available, and (d) following up on students' progress
  • Organize office for most effective use
  • Prepare/submit reports, records, lists, and other paperwork accurately and in a timely manner
  • Participate in meetings on the local, district, state, or national level as required or appropriate
  • Keep informed of developments within the profession by maintaining active membership in appropriate organizations, attending professional meetings, reading professional journals and other publications, and networking with other professionals
  • Educational consultation and collaboration with teachers, administrators, and community
  • Adhere to Rankin County School District board policies and procedures and administrative directives
  • Communicate effectively using standard oral and written English
  • Abide by the American School Counseling Association's Code of Ethics
  • Lead and attend staff meetings/trainings as applicable; serve on staff committees
  • Assume responsibility for own professional growth and development, for keeping current with literature, new research findings, for attending appropriate professional meetings and conferences, and to maintain any credits and/or continued education for maintenance of licensure/qualifications required for the position
  • Maintain and accept responsibility for any district owned fixed asset item assigned to employee and ensure appropriate use by following district policies for acceptable use
  • Undergo periodic evaluations according to state and board policy procedures
  • Maintain confidentiality
  • Regular, dependable, punctual, in person attendance is an essential function of this position
  • Perform such other and not specifically enumerated duties as may be requested by the Board of Education, superintendent, administrator, director or established by district policy
  • Read, understand, and abide by Employee Conduct Policy, GAB, all other district, state and federal policies, and procedures and protocols as established by RCSD and the Mississippi Educator Code of Conduct

Qualifications:
  • Education Level: Master's Degree in Guidance and Counseling (MS Code 37-9-79)
  • Certification: Valid Mississippi Department of Education Certification
  • Other Requirements:

Physical Demands:
  • The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to perform the essential functions of this job successfully. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to stand, walk, sit, use hands for fine manipulation, handle or feel and reach with hands and arms using equipment such as a keyboard and video display terminal. The employee is occasionally required to stoop, kneel, reach, crouch or crawl. The employee must regularly lift and move up to 35 pounds and occasionally up to 75 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision.

Work Environment:
  • The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The work environment is not a standard office setting; but rather encompasses the entire active school campus both inside and outside the facilities. The noise level in the work environment is usually low to moderate and occasionally high.

Note: This is not necessarily an all-inclusive or exhaustive list of responsibilities, skills, duties, requirements, efforts, functions or working conditions associated with the job. The job description is not a contract of employment or a promise or guarantee of any specific terms or conditions of employment. The school district may add to, modify or delete any aspect of this job (or the position itself) at any time as it deems advisable.
Terms of Employment:
  • Salary, days and work year as established by the Rankin County Board of Education

Evaluation:
  • Performance of this job will be evaluated in accordance with the provisions of the Rankin County School Board policy on Evaluation of Employees.

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