School Counselor

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Job Type

Full-time

Description

SUMMARY OF POSITION

School Counselors work to support retention and completion efforts by providing counseling services, advising, and supporting students with academic issues, attendance issues, or personal issues. In addition, they assist students with learning disabilities, provide appropriate accommodations, and coordinate community resources to support our students.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITES

Essential functions:

• Provides counseling services to students in the areas of academic, personal, and social development.
• Guides students through college and career exploration, as well as the college application process.
• Counsels students individually and in small groups.
• Conducts classroom guidance activities.
• Prepares reports, records, lists, and all other required information and data.
• Encourages teacher/parent communication and community involvement.
• Assists students in conflict resolution.
• Manages student-related crises.
• Participates in parent/teacher conferences.
• Serves as resource for school personnel and parents.
• Maintains a variety of files/records and reference materials.
• Follows required procedures and practices.
• Participates in professional development activities.
• The ability to work evenings, weekends, and extended workdays as needed.

General Responsibilities:

• Adheres to and supports the mission of MJ Care, Inc.
• Understands, adheres to, and upholds the vales of MJ Care, Inc.
• Understands, adheres to, and upholds the Code of Conduct for MJ Care, Inc.
• Promotes continuous process improvements.
• Delivers service aligned with department guiding principles.
• Responsible for always maintaining strict confidentiality of information and records.
• Displays commitment to continuous learning, including professional development as well as sharing information and learning with other team members.
• Maintains compliance with TB, and flu, and COVID vaccine requirements for MJ Care and assigned school.

Requirements

QUALIFICATIONS

Education:

• Master's Degree in School Counseling
• Current School Counselor license from the Department of Public Instruction or the ability to obtain one
• AMI Certification, preferred
• Valid driver's license
• CPR certification or the ability to obtain it

Experience:

• 1+ years of experience preferred

Skills and Knowledge:

• Proficient computer skills including Microsoft Office and billing software. Ability to use electronic medical records systems accurately and efficiently.
• Strong communication skills including concentration, ability to learn, and good listening.
• Accurate problem solving, organization, attention to detail, and math skills.
• Ability to interact in a personal and professional manner with all customers.
• Ability to work as a collaborative team member.