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Multi-Tiered System School Counselor – Catholic Charities

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Catholic Charities of the Diocese of Covington is seeking a Mental Health Counselor (LCSW, LPCC) to create and implement Social and Emotional Learning programs for children in our local Catholic Schools. You will be part of a dynamic team that supports each other at every step. Join us and make a difference in the lives of students in our schools.  This is a 12 month 100% position.

Job Functions: This counselor will implement evidence-based best practice models and adapt them to the needs of individual schools. This includes school-wide and group counseling for students alongside counselors who provide personal Counseling.

Educational and Experience Criteria:

  • Master’s degree in Social Work or Clinical Counseling.
  • State Licensed (preferred) or license eligible.
  • Practicing Roman Catholic preferred

Desired Skills:

  • Collaborate effectively with school staff and counseling team.
  • Identify or develop a curriculum to meet the needs of the students.
  • Ability to assess student social-emotional needs.
  • Experience in conducting groups.
  • Computerized case documentation and scheduling.
  • Demonstrate strong organizational and time management skills.

Responsibilities:

  • Develop and deliver Tier 1 and 2 level services effectively.
  • Screen and assess students to identify the optimal level of intervention.
  • Refer students for personal Counseling as needed.
  • Collaborate with school staff and guardians to create and implement treatment plans.
  • Ensure all necessary paperwork is completed throughout the treatment process.
  • Work in partnership with school and agency mental health counseling teams.
  • Participate in activities that support the mission of Catholic Charities.
  • Attend regular supervision and staff meetings utilizing tools provided.

The candidate must have a car with a valid driver’s license and insurance.

We offer an excellent benefits package including paid vacation (adjusted upwards for longevity), holidays, sick days, personal days, a paid single health insurance plan, defined benefit pension plan, 403b savings plan, long-term disability, life insurance, business travel mileage, agency issued laptop, training dollars for CEU’s, tuition reimbursement for Diocesan Catholic Schools, weekly supervision for those working towards SW or LPCC licensure and reimbursement for approved expenses. This comprehensive package ensures that our employees are well-supported personally and professionally.

This job description should not imply that these requirements are the exclusive standards for the position. Staff perform additional related duties as assigned by the supervisor.

Please email Shannon Braun at sbraun@covingtoncharities.org with your resume, at least three references, a cover letter, and salary history.

Equal Opportunity Employer.

Diocesan Hispanic Minister

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The Diocese of Covington, Kentucky (www.covdio.org) invites individuals who are proficient in both English and Spanish and who are interested in advancing the mission of our local Church to discern a full-time vocation of ministry and service to the communities of primarily-Spanish-speaking families and individuals living within the boundaries of our diocese. We seek a passionate, committed individual to work to build productive, collaborative relationships, and then to be a proactive advocate for the continuing pastoral care and assimilation of these identified and unidentified persons into the life of our local Church and our communities. The Diocesan Hispanic Minister will work a very flexible full-time schedule, committing time and resources to draw these constituencies closer to the heart of the Church. The Diocesan Hispanic Minister will be a facilitator of care and accompaniment, identifying and implementing new methods of outreach, and acting as a communications bridge. S/he will utilize social media, public gatherings, and other means of group communications to demonstrate and promote opportunities for growth, advancement, and understanding. We are looking for a personable, actively practicing Roman Catholic who is well-versed in Church doctrine and practice, as well as the Hispanic language and culture. A degree in Theology or a related field is preferred, and experience working with or actively participating in a Hispanic Catholic community environment would be important. Interested individuals who may feel called to this kind of ministry should send a letter of interest and a detailed comprehensive resume, including references with contact email addresses, to Stephen Koplyay, SPHR by email at skoplyay@covdio.org.

Parish Secretary and Assistant (15-30 hours/week)

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Immediate opening for a part-time parish secretary and assistant to the pastor due to an illness of the current full-time parish secretary. They must be detail-oriented, good with computers, and have strong organizational skills. They will act both as parish secretary and assistant to the pastor, to manage the day-to-day activities of two parishes. Secretarial or office experience is a plus. This person must be enthusiastically Catholic, living in full communion with their Catholic Faith, and have a desire to promote the mission of the Church through parish ministry. It would be a plus if they could participate actively in the life of these two parishes as an integral part of our community. Offering a competitive wage. Interested candidates should send a letter of interest, a simple resume including references with email addresses, and compensation history to Stephen Koplyay at skoplyay@covdio.org or fax to 859/392-1589.