["Returning Campus Clinician - Saturday Session","Returning Campus Clinician - Saturday Session"]

Job Summary
Location: Teachers and staff at High Jump will work in person at 1 of 3 campuses

• University of Chicago Lab Schools (5835 South Kimbark Ave, Chicago, IL 60637)
• Latin School of Chicago (59 W North Blvd, Chicago, IL 60610)
• Francis W. Parker (330 W Webster Ave, Chicago, IL 60614)

Time: 7:45am - 2:30pm.

Dates:
- September 26, 2026
- October 3, 2026
- October 17, 2026
- October 24, 2026
- November 14, 2026
- December 5, 2026
- December 12, 2026
- January 9, 2027
- January 23, 2027
- February 20, 2027
- March 6, 2027
- April 3, 2027
- April 10, 2027
- April 24, 2027
- May 1, 2027
- May 15 , 2027 (Tentative Make Up Session)
Professional Development: We will hold 1 day of professional development for all teachers and staff; please tentatively hold the following date: September 19, 2026

Responsibilities and Duties:
The Campus Clinician should be a certified School Psychologist, School Counselor or Social Worker that will play a vital role in providing mental health support and counseling services to students participating in our summer program. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in clinical psychology or counseling, with experience working with children and adolescents in educational settings.

The Campus Clinician will be;

• Initiate opportunities to collaborate and problem-solve with High Jump Staff regarding student concerns
• Maintain organized documentation and records of student check-ins.
• Prioritize high-risk situations (e.g., crisis), and communicate with appropriate individuals in a timely manner (e.g., Case Manager, Parent).
• Provide case-by-case services ranging from individual counseling, identification and assessment, interventions, crisis intervention, and support for navigating referrals for community services.
• Organize educational opportunities (e.g., groups, lessons, discussions) surrounding topics that will develop competencies to serve the student in all contexts.
• Collaborate with teachers, administrators, and parents to develop strategies for supporting students' mental health and well-being.
• Provide consultation and support to teachers and staff on best practices for promoting positive mental health in the classroom.
• Collaborate with teachers, administrators, and parents to develop strategies for supporting students' mental health and well-being.

Qualifications:

• Current licensure or certification as a school counselor, clinical psychologist, or mental health counselor.
• Experience providing counseling services to children and adolescents in educational settings.
• Strong understanding of child and adolescent development, mental health disorders, and evidence-based interventions.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build rapport with students, parents, and colleagues.
• Flexibility and adaptability to meet the needs of a diverse student population.
• Knowledge of relevant laws, regulations, and ethical standards related to school counseling and mental health services.
• Experience working with students from diverse cultural and socioeconomic backgrounds.
• Experience with trauma-informed approaches to counseling and support.
• Must be 18 years of age