Santa Fe College Employees·Gainesville, Florida
The Guidance Counselor implements and coordinates school-wide counseling services to support students' academic, personal, and vocational growth. They also manage student records, facilitate IEP or 504 plans, and provide crisis intervention while maintaining professional relationships with community services.
Compensation $51,089.00 Annual
Summary The application deadline for this position is 11:59pm EST on August 25, 2026.
Santa Fe College's Academy of Science and Technology strives to ensure every student has access to a free, authentic, innovative, and individualized education - one that will help them recognize their potential and reach their goals while bridging high school, college, and career paths. The Academy provides all students with the tools needed to be successful in the 21st century workforce through academic excellence and technical training, as well as strong partnerships with Santa Fe College and local industry leaders.
The Guidance Counselor provides students with educational, personal or vocational counseling and identifies and coordinates all available resources to promote intellectual, emotional, physical, and psychological growth and maturation of students in accordance with district, state, and federal standards.
Responsibilities and Duties Include: Implements, coordinates and monitors school-wide counseling services and activities; establishes an environment for an effective counseling program. Plans and develops guidance programs based on developmental needs of students, needs assessments, and school and district priorities. Establishes short- and long-range plans based on student needs as well as school, district, and state priorities. Provides personal/social growth counseling (individual and group) concerning academic success, understanding of self and others, communication skills, decision-making, relationship skills, conflict resolution, goal setting, and effective coping skills necessary to refuse participation in substance abuse and physical violence. Recognizes overt indicators of student distress or abuse and takes appropriate intervention, referral or reporting action; provides crisis intervention services. Establishes and follows procedures for appropriate interventions in accordance with school, district, and state laws, rules and policies. Administers tests, interprets scores, and communicates results in an effective manner; uses relevant assessment data to make recommendations to students, parents, teachers and other professionals. Implements programs for career awareness and comprehensive educational/career plans which target high school completion, post-secondary opportunities, scholarships and financial aid information. Establishes priorities and an implementation schedule for counseling and student service programs. Reviews, evaluates and selects a variety of materials to support a well-balanced counseling program; uses feedback form students, parents and staff to evaluate program objectives. Communicates goals and services of the counseling programs to school administration, staff, students and parents. Reviews student records and indicators (i.e., portfolio assessment, professional team interaction and analysis reports, documented parent interaction, student discipline records) to evaluate student needs and plan program. Writes or participates in the formation of student IEP or 504 Plans or other learning plans based on individual student needs. Maintains professional relationships with outside services and makes appropriate referrals for psychological, social work, health, and community services. Prepares all required reports and maintains all appropriate records. Participates in meetings, training sessions and other activities for improvement of professional knowledge and skills; participates in school-wide events, committees and supervisory responsibilities to assure student safety. Keeps a record of operating procedures and may share position specific knowledge, including use of collegewide ERP and related system processes, by providing guidance on standard operations and established departmental procedures as needed. Provides service to the college through participation in events, committees, and other college activities. Complies with all published College Rules, procedures, guidelines, and laws/regulations governing public employees, including but not limited to those related to document retention and destruction, FERPA, and confidentiality. Strictly honors the privacy, security, and confidentiality of records and other sensitive information according to appropriate state, federal, and college regulations, policies, and procedures. Provides service excellence through courteous, informed, accessible, and professional engagement. Performs other duties as assigned. Reports to: Principal
Required: A master’s degree from an accredited educational institution and a Florida certification in School Counseling. Additional Requirements: A criminal background check will be conducted.
Working knowledge and understanding of child development, guidance and counseling principles, programs and services, as well as tests and measurement theory. General Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Ability to work successfully in a multi-cultural environment. Adaptability to Change – able to be flexible and supportive, able to positively and proactively assimilate change in rapid growth environment. Communication – able to effectively communicate in a professional, diplomatic, empathetic, and tactful manner using preferred method and level as applicable to the job. Critical Thinking & Judgement - able to make well-reasoned, sensible, and timely decisions based on careful, objective review and informed analysis of available information, considerations, and other factors. Customer Service – ability to respond promptly and courteously to all questions from students and faculty, demonstrating patience and persistence when helping students with little or no computer skills. Ethics – able to demonstrate integrity, professionalism, civility, and a high degree of ethics in all job-related actions. Organization & Time Management – able to plan, schedule, and organize tasks related to the job to achieve goals within or ahead of established time frames. Problem Solving – proven skills in identifying issues, determining their cause, developing creative solutions, and following through with implementing resolutions. Team Orientation & Interpersonal — highly motivated team-player with ability to develop and maintain collaborative relationships with all levels within and external to the organization. Relationship Management – able to personally provide high level of interactive service to others, building relationships and addressing identified needs. Results Orientation – proven ability to set and exceed established targets. Systems & Software - proficient level of knowledge of Microsoft Office and/or relevant position software programs. Detail Oriented - Proven accuracy and attention to detail. Multi-task - Ability to expeditiously organize, coordinate, manage, prioritize, and perform multiple tasks simultaneously to swiftly assess a situation, determine a logical course of action, and apply the appropriate response.
All applicants must submit a completed online SF application, a letter of intent, an up-to-date resume/curriculum vitae, and unofficial academic transcripts (if applicable) to be considered for this position. Unofficial transcripts are only accepted for review purposes, official transcripts are required prior to any offer of employment being made. If you are a retiree of the Florida Retirement System (FRS), please check with the FRS on how your current benefits will be affected if you are re-employed with the State of Florida. Your current retirement benefits may be canceled, suspended or deemed ineligible depending upon the date of your retirement.
Santa Fe College (SF) is committed to maintaining a work and educational environment that embraces diversity and where no member of the college community is excluded from participation in, denied the benefits of, or subject to discrimination in any college program or activity based on: their race, ethnicity, national origin, color, religion, age, disability, sex, pregnancy status, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital status, genetic information, political opinions or affiliations, or veteran status. This commitment applies to employees, volunteers, students, and, to the extent possible, to third parties, applicants for admission, applicants for employment, and the general public. sfcollege.edu/eaeo
Inquiries regarding non-discrimination policies or concerns about discrimination or harassment, including concerns about sexual harassment or sexual violence under Title IX, should be directed to: equity.officer@sfcollege.edu
Santa Fe College reserves the right to extend deadlines and/or not to offer advertised positions. Preference will be given to eligible veterans and spouses of veterans.
Candidates must hold a master's degree from an accredited institution and possess a Florida certification in School Counseling. A criminal background check is required for all applicants.
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