Counselor - School based (Grades K - 8) - Martin Luther School at Gemma Services

At Martin Luther School, we believe every student deserves access to an excellent education, even if their path has included challenge, disruption, or trauma.

Our students are bright and capable. What many of them have needed is a school that understands how learning and emotional development are connected. At MLS, strong instruction and social-emotional support are part of the same commitment to helping students succeed.

Our classrooms are supported by a collaborative team that includes teachers, social workers, behavior specialists, and clinical leaders. We work together to understand students, problem-solve challenges, and create environments where students feel safe enough to take academic risks.

Job summary

The School Counselor is responsible for counseling students in the areas of academic, career, and personal-social development, and assists teachers in developing sensitivity to the particular needs of individual students. Additionally, counselors may use test data and psychological assessment findings to assist with academic progress in special or gifted education, aptitude, and behavioral management to assist students for career and transition objectives.  School counselors are responsible for the development of a comprehensive school counseling program that includes individualized education, career planning, and all other outside school activities necessary to ensure a successful social and academic transition toward future student goals. 

Education and experience:

• Clinical master’s degree in social work or a related field.


• Valid PA School Counselor certification.


• A minimum of three (3) years' related experience required.

Benefits include:

• 3 health insurance plans included, one at no cost to the employee!


• 2 dental plans to choose from


• Educational assistance for professional development and Act 48/CEUs


• 403b retirement plan with organizational match


• Group Term Life Insurance at no cost to the employee


• Short and Long-term Disability coverage


• Generous paid time off and Personal Holidays


• Funding for employee self-care activities

Martin Luther School is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.