What are the responsibilities and job description for the High School Counselor for position at De La Salle North Catholic High School?
Description
Job Title : High School Counselor for 2024-2025
Reports To : Principal
Classification : Exempt / Full-time / 10 months
MISSION STATEMENT
De La Salle North Catholic High School provides a faith-based, college-preparatory high school education to underserved students from the Portland area. We are the most diverse private high school in Oregon, and over 95% of our graduates are accepted into college. Our goal is to develop tomorrow's community leaders by making high-quality education accessible to motivated young people in a learning environment that values cultural, spiritual, and ethnic diversity. Our educational approach provides each student with the opportunity to succeed through small classes, high expectations, and active participation in our Corporate Work Study Program affiliated with the nationally-recognized Cristo Rey Network.
GENERAL SUMMARY
The Counseling Department at De La Salle North Catholic High School is committed to assisting all students and their families in meeting the demands of high school and in dealing with psychosocial barriers to student success. Counselors work with students individually, in the classroom, and in small groups to support students facing emotional, social, and academic challenges, and to promote student self-awareness, problem-solving, motivation, and the ability to reflect on one's own behavior and choices. Counselors also collaborate with teachers, administration, and student leaders to promote a healthy school climate, educating students on issues such as cybersafety, dating violence, healthy relationships, mindfulness and stress management, substance abuse awareness and prevention, suicide prevention, child sexual abuse prevention, and college and career readiness.
We seek an experienced counselor with a working knowledge of trauma-informed practices, adolescent development, and brain science. We are looking for someone with a personal commitment to culturally responsive practices, who models emotional maturity, appropriate boundaries, a wellness mindset, and is a collaborative team player. Bilingual / bicultural strongly preferred.
MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES
Student and Family Supports
- Provides individual and group counseling to support students with emotional, social, psychological, and academic needs. Subject matter can include self-esteem, stress / anger management, depression, anxiety, family issues, grief support, child abuse, and substance abuse.
- Communicates with parents regarding student needs and support plans.
- Provides resources to parents for community counseling resources, social services agencies, and emergency assistance.
- Supports transfer students and 9th graders in their transition and integration to high school.
- Assesses safety and risk to students and if needed, provides crisis intervention.
- Assists with the process of evaluation for special education needs and the development of learning support agreements.
- Communicates and collaborates with community partners (mental health, medical professionals, etc.) to support student success.
- Provides basic college and career prep information (individually and in the classroom) for 9th and 10th grade students.
Advocate for Student Needs
Spearhead Programs to Promote a Safe and Equitable School Climate
Other Duties
QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS
SALARY AND BENEFITS
DOE. Generous benefits package includes : 2 weeks paid sick time, medical / dental / vision with a shared premium cost, employer-paid life insurance and long-term disability insurance, employee-paid voluntary insurance plans, and a 403(b) retirement savings plan.
TO APPLY
Please upload both cover letter and resume. Approximate desired start date is January 27, 2025. Applications will continue to be accepted until the position is filled. Successful completion of a background check is a condition of employment.
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