Guidance CounselorDiocese of Dallas Schools Bishop Lynch High School - Dallas, Texas Open in Google MapsJob DetailsJob ID: 5655894Application Deadline: Posted until filledPosted: Apr 20, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)Starting Date: To Be DeterminedJob Description12-month positionFLSA Status: ExemptMISSIONFaithful to Catholic Tradition and our Dominican heritage of scholarship and service, Bishop Lynch High School promotes the development of the total person by bringing together a diverse community in a rigorous college preparatory environment where students are taught to strive for excellence, seek truth, and work for justice in the world.SUMMARYA Bishop Lynch Guidance Counselor is responsible for promoting students' academic success, personal/social development, and college/career guidance by using counseling expertise, leadership, advocacy, and collaboration within an interdisciplinary team. The counselor will support the emotional well-being of students while promoting positive interpersonal relationships, self-advocacy, and healthy communication within families, peer relationships, and student/teacher relationships.Reporting to the Director of Guidance, the Guidance Counselor establishes and maintains cooperative working relationships with students, teachers, staff, parents, and the entire guidance team through meaningful, supportive and frequent communication regarding students' needs and interests.A Guidance Counselor is responsible for the implementation of the goals of Catholic education as outlined in The Holy See's Teaching on Catholic Schools (Archbishop Michael Miller):Inspired by a Supernatural VisionFounded on a Christian AnthropologyAnimated by Communion and CommunityImbued with a Catholic WorldviewSustained by Gospel WitnessQualified candidates will be driven and inspired by the mission of Catholic schools to form young men and women in a high school setting “who will be good citizens of the world, loving God and neighbor and enriching society with the leaven of the gospel, and who will also be good citizens of the world to come, thus fulfilling their destiny to become saints” (Miller, p. 20).JOB EXPECTATIONS & RESPONSIBILITIESPersonal CounselingConduct group and/or individual short-term counseling and intervention as appropriateSupport students who are experiencing behavioral problems, social issues or at-risk behaviors and make appropriate referrals to outside agenciesMaintain strong lines of communication with families about student progress and needsFacilitate necessary meetings among students, parents, teachers, and administrationEstablish working counseling relationships with teachers to best support the academic and social-emotional well-being of studentsAcademic AdvisingMonitor students' academic performance establishing appropriate goals for successAssist students in the course selection processFacilitate communication and meetings between students, parents, and teachersDeliver goal setting, problem solving, organizational and time management toolsProvide ongoing monitoring of student scheduling, including summer school classes and summer school remediation registrationComplete letters of recommendationWork in collaboration with the college advisors to support students and familiesGeneralEmbrace the mission of Bishop Lynch High School as a Catholic institutionWork in collaboration with other professionals to promote student growth in all areas of formationEmbrace and live out the school's core values: faithful, caring, dedicatedActively support the Bishop Lynch House SystemOperate effectively as a member of a teamConsistently display a positive attitude, flexibility, and a “can-do” spiritCommit to ongoing professional growth and developmentDemonstrate a high degree of ethical practice and professionalism at all times, including a commitment to confidentialityPerform other duties assigned by the Director of GuidanceAfter Hours Required EventsEvening guidance meetingsBack to School nightsParent/teacher conferences8th grade interviewsNew family meetingsGraduationWeekend proctoring (SAT/ACT/Combo Tests)TSI testingFinancial aid workshopsCollege and career fairsBL SundaySKILLS/QUALIFICATIONSMeet all requirements of the Texas Catholic Conference Bishops—Education DepartmentMaster's degree in counseling, social work, or psychologyDemonstrated experience within a high school setting is a plusAbility to handle sensitive and confidential situations while maintaining professional boundariesMust be able to work in a fast-paced environment with demonstrated ability to prioritize competing tasks and demandsExcellent organizational, communication, and interpersonal skillsCommitment to being a supportive, respectful, and energetic colleagueAbility to instruct students and manage their behavior while maintaining a professional mannerAbility to demonstrate poise, empathy, tact, and diplomacyWorking knowledge or experience with Blackboard (or other LMS) is a plusCatholic school experience is a plusBilingual is a plusQualified candidates should email their resume to resume@bishoplynch.org.Position Type: Full-TimeJob RequirementsMaster degree preferred.Citizenship, residency or work visa requiredContact InformationRachele Piazza , Assistant Principal for AcademicsBishop Lynch High SchoolPhone: 2143243607 ext 4105Email: Rachele.Piazza@bishoplynch.org#J-18808-Ljbffr