Guidance Counselor Jobs in New Brunswick, NJ

A Guidance Counselor, also known as a School Counselor, plays a crucial role in school administration. They provide support to students, helping them with their academic, career, and emotional development. They often work closely with teachers, administrators, and parents to ensure that students are getting the help they need. Guidance Counselors also play a role in crisis intervention, working with students who are struggling with issues such as bullying, family problems, or mental health concerns. They may also help with college and career planning, providing information and resources to students as they prepare for life after high school.

A Guidance Counselor should be a good listener and communicator, and should have strong problem-solving and decision-making skills. They must also be compassionate and empathetic, with a deep understanding of child psychology and development. A master's degree in school counseling or a related field is typically required, and most states require school counselors to be certified or licensed. Prior to becoming a Guidance Counselor, a person may have roles such as a Teacher, a Social Worker, or a School Psychologist, all of which can provide valuable experience and skills for the counseling role.

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Student Counselor (Recruiter)

  • New Brunswick, NJ
  • 8 hours ago
  • New Brunswick, NJ
  • 8 hours ago

The position will also be involved in day-to-day student counseling as needed by the student services team....

Leave Replacement School Social Worker

  • Dunellen, NJ (8 miles from New Brunswick, NJ)
  • 17 hours ago
  • Dunellen, NJ (8 miles from New Brunswick, NJ)
  • 17 hours ago

Leave Replacement School Social Worker JobID: 466 Position Type: Student Support Services/District Social Worker Date Posted: 3/11/2025 Location: Dunellen High School (High-Needs School)...

25-26 School Social Worker

  • Newark, NJ (22 miles from New Brunswick, NJ)
  • 4 days ago
  • Newark, NJ (22 miles from New Brunswick, NJ)
  • 4 days ago

Company Description About KIPP New Jersey KIPP New Jersey is part of the nationally recognized "Knowledge Is Power Program" network of free, open-enrollment, college-preparatory public schools...

Full Time School Social Worker - Newark, NJ

  • Newark, NJ (22 miles from New Brunswick, NJ)
  • 6 days ago
  • Newark, NJ (22 miles from New Brunswick, NJ)
  • 6 days ago

Job Title: School Social Worker Location: Newark, NJ Position Type: Full-time, Onsite Schedule: Monday - Friday Overview: We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate School Social Worker to join...

Guidance Counselor - Leave Replacement

  • Hamilton, NJ (23 miles from New Brunswick, NJ)
  • 6 days ago
  • Hamilton, NJ (23 miles from New Brunswick, NJ)
  • 6 days ago

Position Type: GUIDANCE/ School Guidance Counselor Date Posted: 3/7/2025 Location: Hamilton North Closing Date: 03/16/2025    Positions available at the High School level Replacement for Guidance...

Student Counselor

  • Newark, NJ (22 miles from New Brunswick, NJ)
  • 12 days ago
  • Newark, NJ (22 miles from New Brunswick, NJ)
  • 12 days ago

Rutgers The State University Student Counselor in Newark , New Jersey Position Details Position Information Recruitment/Posting Title Student Counselor Job Category Staff & Executive - Advising...

School Counselor

  • Pennington, NJ (21 miles from New Brunswick, NJ)
  • 14 days ago
  • Pennington, NJ (21 miles from New Brunswick, NJ)
  • 14 days ago

School Counselor JobID: 1597 Position Type: Pupil Services Positions/Guidance Counselor Date Posted: 2/25/2025 Location: Timberlane Middle School Date Available: August 2025   Additional Information...

School Counselor

  • East Brunswick, NJ (3 miles from New Brunswick, NJ)
  • 14 days ago
  • East Brunswick, NJ (3 miles from New Brunswick, NJ)
  • 14 days ago

School Counselor JobID: 3800 Position Type: Student Services & Wellness/School Counselor Date Posted: 2/24/2025 Location: District Date Available: 05/01/2025   Additional Information: Show/Hide...

Student Counselor Rutgers University

  • New Brunswick, NJ
  • 14 days ago
  • New Brunswick, NJ
  • 14 days ago

Position Summary: Rutgers University-Newark (RU-N), an urban public research university and anchor institution, located in Newark, New Jersey, a city of promise is seeking as Student Counselor...

Student Counselor

  • New Brunswick, NJ
  • 15 days ago
  • New Brunswick, NJ
  • 15 days ago

Recruitment/Posting Title: Student Counselor Job Category: Staff & Executive - Advising and Counseling Department: SASN -Office of Academic Svcs Overview: School of Arts & Sciences-Newark is the...

School Counselor

  • Plainfield, NJ (9 miles from New Brunswick, NJ)
  • 16 days ago
  • Plainfield, NJ (9 miles from New Brunswick, NJ)
  • 16 days ago

Qualifications The successful candidate must possess a Master's degree in School Counseling from an accredited university and a New Jersey School Counselor Certificate of Endorsement from the NJ Department...

Student Counselor II

  • Newark, NJ (22 miles from New Brunswick, NJ)
  • 19 days ago
  • Newark, NJ (22 miles from New Brunswick, NJ)
  • 19 days ago

Rutgers The State University Student Counselor II in Newark , New Jersey Position Details Position Information Recruitment/Posting Title Student Counselor II Job Category Staff & Executive -...

University Admissions Counselor

  • Madison, NJ (18 miles from New Brunswick, NJ)
  • 19 days ago
  • Madison, NJ (18 miles from New Brunswick, NJ)
  • 19 days ago

Fairleigh Dickinson University University Admissions Counselor in Madison , New Jersey Reporting to the University Director of Undergraduate Admissions, the University Admissions Counselor...

Lower School Counselor

  • Morristown, NJ (20 miles from New Brunswick, NJ)
  • 19 days ago
  • Morristown, NJ (20 miles from New Brunswick, NJ)
  • 19 days ago

About the Position The Peck School, a coed, K-8, independent school in Morristown, NJ, seeks a collaborative, proactive, and compassionate Lower School counselor, psychologist, or social worker...

High School Social Worker (2024-2025)

  • Trenton, NJ (24 miles from New Brunswick, NJ)
  • 19 days ago
  • Trenton, NJ (24 miles from New Brunswick, NJ)
  • 19 days ago

services and accommodations Counsel students with IEPs Support attendance team Screen for signs of trauma and counsels students with trauma and other mental health needs Other responsibilities as assigned...

Demographic Data for New Brunswick, NJ

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Salary for Guidance Counselor Jobs in New Brunswick, NJ

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Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Guidance Counselor positions.



Highest Education Level

Guidance Counselors in New Brunswick, NJ offer the following education background
Master's Degree
63.2%
Bachelor's Degree
19.8%
Doctorate Degree
11.1%
Associate's Degree
2.2%
High School or GED
1.9%
Vocational Degree or Certification
1.3%
Some College
0.3%
Some High School
0.2%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Guidance Counselors in New Brunswick, NJ
None
27.5%
1-2 years
24.5%
Less than 1 year
24.0%
2-4 years
24.0%



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