2026-2027 School Counselor

About North Country School & Camp Treetops

Located on the outskirts of Lake Placid, NY, Camp Treetops and North Country School sit on a 333-acre campus amid majestic mountain peaks in New York State’s Adirondack Park. Since 1921 and 1938, respectively, we have been nationally renowned for pioneering educational programs rooted in progressive practices and experiential learning. Both Camp and School guide children to engage the natural world, take on intellectual and physical challenges in a nurturing community, and cultivate independence and creativity.

Position Overview

North Country School seeks a School Counselor for the 2026-2027 school year. In this role, you will support students’ social, emotional, and psychological well-being through individual counseling and collaboration with faculty, families, and external providers.

What You Will Do

As a vital member of the Mental Health Team, you will manage approximately 50% of the school’s caseload and serve as the counselor-on-call. Beyond direct clinical support, you will facilitate a year-long well-being course and contribute to the development of school-wide programming.

How You Will Spend Your Time

Provide individual and group counseling to students, managing a significant portion of the school’s counseling caseload. Develop and implement tailored interventions to support students’ emotional and mental health needs. Coordinate with families and outside providers to schedule and facilitate calls and sessions with students.

Facilitate a well-being course for students, promoting social-emotional learning, resilience, and self-awareness.

Serve as counselor-on-call for urgent student mental health needs and crises, providing timely and appropriate support.

Collaborate with the NCS team, under the direction of the Director of School, to support school-wide initiatives, contribute to program development, and assist in maintaining a safe, inclusive, and supportive learning environment, including reviewing student admission files throughout the school year and summer. This role in a boarding school community includes weekend and evening duties throughout the school year.

Qualifications:

• Required Qualifications: Master’s degree in School Counseling, Social Work, or a related field.
• Preferred Qualifications: LCSW (Licensed Clinical Social Worker), LMHC (Licensed Mental Health Counselor), or NYS School Counselor Certification.
• Additional Assets: Experience in residential or outdoor education settings

The Skills You Bring to Our Community

• Educational Background: Master’s degree in Counseling, Social Work, or a related field is required; licensure as LCSW, LMHC, NYS School Counselor Certification preferred. Your education provides a solid foundation in mental health practices, developmental psychology, and evidence-based interventions for children and adolescents.
• Experience with Youth: Proven experience working with children and adolescents in a school, camp, or similar supportive environment. You are skilled at building rapport with young people, understanding their developmental and emotional needs, and implementing strategies that foster growth, resilience, and well-being.
• Communication Skills: Exceptional verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to convey complex mental health concepts in an accessible and supportive way. You can collaborate effectively with students, families, faculty, and staff, ensuring clarity, empathy, and trust in all interactions.
• Collaboration & Teamwork: A strong team player who thrives in collaborative environments. You are comfortable working alongside teachers, administrators, and other mental health professionals to create a unified approach to student support.
• Organizational & Time Management Skills: Highly organized and able to manage multiple responsibilities, including a caseload, program initiatives, and on-call duties. You can prioritize tasks effectively while maintaining attention to detail and follow-through.
• Adaptability & Problem-Solving: Able to respond flexibly to changing needs, unexpected challenges, and crisis situations. You approach problem-solving creatively and proactively while maintaining professionalism and composure under pressure.

The Benefits of Working Here

In addition to a salary of $45,000-$65,000 (based on experience), you will enjoy:

• Housing
• Health, dental, and vision insurance from day one
• Retirement plan, if you qualify
• Personal time off during school vacations
• Farm-fresh meals
• On-campus access to miles of walking/hiking/skiing trails, rock climbing crag, and ski hill
• Access to on-campus shop and studio spaces

How to Apply

To apply, please compile a cover letter, resume, and references, and submit them through this survey. All candidates will be required to complete a nationwide criminal background check.

Our Mission and Values

North Country School & Camp Treetops strive to create a diverse and inclusive community that gives children the self-confidence, knowledge, skills, and values to lead fulfilling and productive lives while contributing to a more equitable and sustainable world.

We are a values-driven community and seek to have a positive impact on the world around us by living out our core values on and off campus:

• Cultivate Community: We believe in the inherent value and contributions of every person, and in fostering connections to build and nurture a strong, inclusive community.
• Walk a Mile: We believe that understanding and honoring every person’s unique worldview, experiences, and challenges is at the root of empathy and compassion.
• Dig Deep, Keep Growing: We believe that by setting ambitious goals, working hard, and persevering, we build strength and character and set a course for lives of growth, purpose, and fulfillment.
• Stay Curious: We believe in the power of creativity and wonder. We believe that curiosity about ourselves, other people, and the world around us leads to growth, innovation, and sometimes unconventional ideas.
• Our Planet, Our Job: We believe in individual and collective responsibility for our planet, and in leading by example as a community that works to respect, protect, and restore the natural world.

WE ARE AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Applicants and employees are considered for positions and are evaluated without regard to mental or physical disability, race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, genetic information, military or veteran status, sexual orientation, marital status or any other protected Federal, State/Province or Local status unrelated to the performance of the work involved.