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Cliff Drysdale

Summer Camp Counselor

Alpharetta, GA

$13.50 - $17.50/hr

Racket Social Club at Windward Lake in Alpharetta, GA is pleased to announce an excellent career opportunity for a seasonal part-time Summer Camp Counselor! We are seeking a driven individual who is ...

Cliff Drysdale

Summer Camp Counselor

Alpharetta, GA · On-site

$13.50 - $17.50/hr

Racket Social Club at Windward Lake in Alpharetta, GA is pleased to announce an excellent career opportunity for a seasonal part-time Summer Camp Counselor! We are seeking a driven individual who is ...

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As of May 28, 2026, the average hourly pay for part time counselor in Decatur, GA is $22.91, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $18.99 and $25.58 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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To thrive as a Part Time Counselor, you generally need a degree in counseling, psychology, or a related field, along with relevant licensure or certification depending on your location. Familiarity with counseling software, electronic record-keeping systems, and assessment tools is typically required. Strong interpersonal skills, active listening, and empathy help counselors build trust and effectively support clients. These competencies ensure that counselors can provide ethical, effective guidance and emotional support, even within limited part-time hours.

How does a part-time counselor typically coordinate with full-time staff and other team members to support clients effectively?

As a part-time counselor, collaboration with full-time staff and other professionals is essential to maintain continuity of care for clients. This often involves attending regular team meetings, sharing progress notes through secure digital systems, and participating in case consultations. While schedules may differ, part-time counselors usually coordinate closely with supervisors and case managers to ensure everyone is updated on client needs and treatment plans. Open communication and flexibility are key to successfully integrating into the broader counseling team and providing consistent support.

What are part time counselors?

Part time counselors are professionals who provide counseling services on a flexible or reduced-hour basis, rather than working full time. They may work in schools, clinics, community organizations, or private practices, helping clients with issues such as mental health, career guidance, or personal development. Part time counselors often balance their schedules to accommodate other commitments or offer services during evenings and weekends. Their responsibilities and qualifications are generally similar to those of full-time counselors, though their caseloads may be smaller. This role is ideal for those seeking flexibility in their work-life balance while still making a positive impact.
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Infographic showing various Part Time Counselor job openings in Decatur, GA as of May 2026, with employment types broken down into 26% Full Time, 64% Part Time, 5% Temporary, and 5% Contract. Highlights an 84% In-person, 5% Hybrid, and 11% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $47,656 per year, or $22.9 per hour.
Area 3 Elementary School_ Part-Time Counselor (Canby Lane ES) 2026-2027

Area 3 Elementary School_ Part-Time Counselor (Canby Lane ES) 2026-2027

DeKalb County School District

Decatur, GA • On-site

$49.80K - $67.90K/yr

Part-time

Posted 2 days ago

DeKalb County School District (Georgia) rating

5.3

Company rating: 5.3 out of 10

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462nd of 538 rated elementary and secondary schools

Job description

Position Type:
Counselors/Counselor I PT
Date Posted:
3/27/2026
Location:
Canby Lane Elem
Canby Lane Elementary School is seeking an energetic and innovative Part-time Counselor, who is capable of providing effective individual counseling for a diverse student population. The candidate should be experienced in building academic skills for students, developing methods for transitioning students, creating an effective classroom, small group and individual guidance plan. The ideal candidate must work collaboratively with team members and must possess excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Salary Grade/Schedule: Z
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The material contained herein is subject to change. All open positions offered by the DeKalb County School District are subject to specific job requirements. The DeKalb County School District is an equal opportunity employer, and all hiring decisions are subject to federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations.
Title: Counselor I, Part-time
Provide comprehensive support to students through social-emotional guidance, academic advising, and career exploration while coordinating Section 504 plans and collaborating with faculty, parents, and community resources to ensure a positive learning environment and promote student success. Perform work independently under moderate supervision, applying foundational knowledge to perform the job effectively.
Essential Functions:
The following duties are representative for this position. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the classification if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment for this classification. Other duties may be required and assigned.
  • Develop and deliver comprehensive counseling programs, including social-emotional learning, academic advising, and career planning.
  • Coordinate and oversee Section 504 plans to ensure teacher awareness of student accommodations and needs.
  • Evaluate and interpret educational documents such as transcripts for student placement.
  • Provide scheduling assistance to students.
  • Provide individual and group counseling services to address issues ranging from academic performance to personal development.
  • Consult with teachers, parents, and administrators to support student success.
  • Monitor students' progress toward graduation by tracking attendance and academic performance.
  • Advocate for students' needs with crisis intervention and conflict resolution when necessary.
  • Implement counseling services in alignment with state standards as well as district policies.
  • Identify and resolve minor problems as they arise.
  • Suggest minor modifications as appropriate to processes to enhance the performance of the department.
  • Perform additional duties as assigned.

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE:
Master's Degree in Social Work, Counseling, Education or closely related area is required.
Minimum of two (2) years counseling, at-risk youth casework or closely related experience is required.
CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, PERMITS:
• Valid Professional Standards Commission approved certificate in guidance and counseling at level S-5 or above required.
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DeKalb County School District is Georgia's third largest school system. DeKalb Schools prepare students for college and careers through a laser focus on rigorous, relevant classroom instruction related to each child's needs. DeKalb County Schools is located to the northeast quadrant of downtown Atlanta, Georgia and has nearly 93,000 students in 140+ schools and centers. The student body is diverse with over 185+ languages and students from 155+ nations 170 nations.

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Headquarters location

Stone Mountain, GA, US

Year founded

1873

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