Job Summary:
Provides a functional, comprehensive school program of direct counseling services for all students utilizing counseling specific strategies and expertise gained through professional training in the areas of school counseling and guidance. The responsibilities and services will emphasize the counseling of students; consultation with teachers, parents and other stakeholder adults; and coordinating a variety of activities and school functions related to the academic, social, emotional and physical needs of students. The school counselor is expected to meet state and district requirements to provide direct service to students. Counselors provide data-informed, universal and targeted learning experiences to develop the whole child in a diverse society.
Essential Functions, Duties and Responsibilities:
· Conducts an annual needs assessment and evaluation of the school counseling program through surveys, etc.
· Counsels students individually and in small groups, concerning a variety of tasks and problems.
· Provides prevention programs through classroom guidance and individual counseling.
· Establishes efficient routines and procedures for the effective implementation of school-wide counseling support.
· Cooperates with and assists teachers, and Family Resource and Youth Service Center staff, in planning to meet the overall needs of students and families.
· Participates as a member/leader in the school intervention team.
· Ability to plan for consistent support students in the area of counseling.
· Participates in relevant meetings and training to support the academic and social/emotional needs of students and staff.
· Knowledge and immediate use of state reporting laws pertaining to the duty to report known and/or suspected abuse and neglect.
· Knowledge of community services available to assist with social and emotional needs of students and their families.
· Ability to screen for mental health needs of students and refer to appropriate mental health supports within the district.
· Knowledge and immediate use of procedures for students who present with statements and/or behavior that reflects a potential danger to self and/or others.
· Prepare periodic reports as required.
· Assure compliance with federal, state and district policy, administrative procedures and negotiated agreements as applicable to assignment.
· Maintain current knowledge of program rules, regulations, requirements and restrictions.
· Prepare, deliver or assist with training opportunities as appropriate.
· Establishes an organized and systematic method to maintain appropriate documentation.
· Prioritize, plan and organize work to meet schedules and timelines.
· Demonstrate a positive attitude and act as a positive role model for kids.
· Must demonstrate a desire to see all students learn and succeed.
· Communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
· Protect confidential information.
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