What are the responsibilities and job description for the Anticipated SY 25-26 Adjustment Counselor position at Foxborough Regional Charter School?
Foxborough Regional Charter School District is committed to creating a work environment that celebrates and promotes diversity and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status. District / School OverviewFoxborough Regional Charter School District (FRCS) is a unique and diverse school serving students from across Southeastern Massachusetts. Approximately 1500 students and families come from urban and suburban communities and represent various backgrounds, ethnicities, and experiences.
Families in our three vibrant school communities (Elementary, Middle, & High School) speak over 20 languages and live in over 20 sending districts. Diversity is one of our greatest strengths; it drives positive student learning and life at our school. At FRCS, we value equity, teamwork, respect, and growth and have committed to hiring and retaining a diverse staff and employees committed to an antiracist curriculum and ideals. Job Summary: The School Adjustment Counselor is responsible for implementing the school-wide plan to create a safe, social-emotional environment for students.
The Counselor helps children through individual casework, community resources, consultation with other school staff members, and continuous collaboration with parents, teachers, administration, and other non-instructional school staff members.Responsibilities: The successful candidate for this position will: Provide individual counseling to students in grades K-12 as assignedScreen students with emotional needs and related academic needsFacilitate groups specific to social skills for specific grades and gender-specific groupsRecommend programs for school and home to meet identified needs while acting as liaison between home and schoolDemonstrate competencies in understanding the psychology of learning, learning disorders, and the effects of disabilities on learning.Assess behavior, including interpretation of testing, knowledge of diagnosis, and treatment planning.Demonstrate skills and techniques of consultation, referral, collaboration, crisis intervention, and working with interdisciplinary teams.Provide preventive interventions to deal with emotional issues impacting students academic achievement, e.g., sexuality, drug and alcohol use, violence, and physical abuse.Demonstrate knowledge of federal and state laws related to schools, services to students, child abuse, and custody. Understand the implications of liability and requirements of due process.Communicate in a clear,r direct, and responsive manner to the needs of students and families within the school community.Provide clinical services that enable students and families to identify and change behaviors that interfere with student's academic, emotional, and social performance.Ensure equity for all students and families and value diversity of school environment and community.Engage in professional development activities and remain current on research.Adhere to professional and ethical standards of professional behavior that contribute to addressing the needs of students and families.Provide services to students as outlined in individual education plans (IEPs) or 504 plans.General Expectations: Manage oneself by being organized, prepared, and punctualManage resources, meet deadlines, follow through on commitmentsAct in ways that directly support the mission and vision of FRCSLearn and grow as a professionalUse clear verbal and written communication and active listening skillsDevelop and maintain rapport and effective relationships with young children and adults contacted in carrying out duties and responsibilities by using courtesy, diplomacy, collaboration, cooperation, and professional conductContribute to the goals and success of all teams and team members through collaboration, cooperation, and flexibility in team discussions, activities, and decision-making.Maintain high ethical standards, legal responsibility, and confidentialityDemonstrated commitment to anti-bias, anti-racist educationAttend building and district meetings to promote communication and mutual decision-making among the staffAttend established traditional school-sponsored activities (e.g., Back to School Night, Open House, programs, activities) agreed upon by the building administrator and per the FRCSTA contractRegular attendance is an essential function; absences should be rare and in alignment with district attendance and punctuality standardsResponsible for implementing other job-related duties as needed
Families in our three vibrant school communities (Elementary, Middle, & High School) speak over 20 languages and live in over 20 sending districts. Diversity is one of our greatest strengths; it drives positive student learning and life at our school. At FRCS, we value equity, teamwork, respect, and growth and have committed to hiring and retaining a diverse staff and employees committed to an antiracist curriculum and ideals. Job Summary: The School Adjustment Counselor is responsible for implementing the school-wide plan to create a safe, social-emotional environment for students.
The Counselor helps children through individual casework, community resources, consultation with other school staff members, and continuous collaboration with parents, teachers, administration, and other non-instructional school staff members.Responsibilities: The successful candidate for this position will: Provide individual counseling to students in grades K-12 as assignedScreen students with emotional needs and related academic needsFacilitate groups specific to social skills for specific grades and gender-specific groupsRecommend programs for school and home to meet identified needs while acting as liaison between home and schoolDemonstrate competencies in understanding the psychology of learning, learning disorders, and the effects of disabilities on learning.Assess behavior, including interpretation of testing, knowledge of diagnosis, and treatment planning.Demonstrate skills and techniques of consultation, referral, collaboration, crisis intervention, and working with interdisciplinary teams.Provide preventive interventions to deal with emotional issues impacting students academic achievement, e.g., sexuality, drug and alcohol use, violence, and physical abuse.Demonstrate knowledge of federal and state laws related to schools, services to students, child abuse, and custody. Understand the implications of liability and requirements of due process.Communicate in a clear,r direct, and responsive manner to the needs of students and families within the school community.Provide clinical services that enable students and families to identify and change behaviors that interfere with student's academic, emotional, and social performance.Ensure equity for all students and families and value diversity of school environment and community.Engage in professional development activities and remain current on research.Adhere to professional and ethical standards of professional behavior that contribute to addressing the needs of students and families.Provide services to students as outlined in individual education plans (IEPs) or 504 plans.General Expectations: Manage oneself by being organized, prepared, and punctualManage resources, meet deadlines, follow through on commitmentsAct in ways that directly support the mission and vision of FRCSLearn and grow as a professionalUse clear verbal and written communication and active listening skillsDevelop and maintain rapport and effective relationships with young children and adults contacted in carrying out duties and responsibilities by using courtesy, diplomacy, collaboration, cooperation, and professional conductContribute to the goals and success of all teams and team members through collaboration, cooperation, and flexibility in team discussions, activities, and decision-making.Maintain high ethical standards, legal responsibility, and confidentialityDemonstrated commitment to anti-bias, anti-racist educationAttend building and district meetings to promote communication and mutual decision-making among the staffAttend established traditional school-sponsored activities (e.g., Back to School Night, Open House, programs, activities) agreed upon by the building administrator and per the FRCSTA contractRegular attendance is an essential function; absences should be rare and in alignment with district attendance and punctuality standardsResponsible for implementing other job-related duties as needed
