Counselor

Purpose Statement

The job of Counselor is done for the purpose / s of providing support to the student academic, educational, and social / emotional process with specific responsibility for managing the schedules and placement of assigned students; providing course curriculum, information and recommendations to students and parents; and assisting in the development of goals and plans for achievement.

This job reports to Principal.

Essential Functions

• Attends meetings and in-service presentations for the purpose of acquiring and / or conveying information relative to job functions.
• Coordinates with teachers, college and university personnel, resource specialists and / or community (e.g. service clubs, courts, child protective services, etc.) for the purpose of providing / receiving requested information and / or making recommendations.
• Counsels students, parents, and guardians for the purpose of enhancing student success in school (e.g. academic, educational, short-term social / emotional problems) and appropriately refers students to support services / specialists / agencies when needed.
• Develops a variety of special programs (e.g. career night, financial aid workshops, etc.) for the purpose of providing information to assist students with academic, educational, social / behavioral, and transitional stages (e.g. high school to career), training and / or continuing education.
• Monitors students' progress for the purpose of identifying issues and taking appropriate action for increasing student success (e.g. academic, educational, short-term social / emotional problems).
• Prepares applications for students (e.g. scholarships, college, financial aid, etc.) for the purpose of ensuring completion of application processes within designated time frames.
• Prepares a wide variety of materials (e.g. quantity reports, student activities, correspondence, audits, etc.) for the purpose of documenting activities, providing written reference, and / or conveying information.
• Presents information (e.g. budget overviews, accounting processes, distribution formulas, etc.) for the purpose of communicating information, gaining feedback and ensuring adherence to established internal controls.
• Researches program eligibility requirements (e.g. financial aid, college eligibility, etc.) for the purpose of providing up-to-date, accurate counsel to students.
• Schedules student classes for the purpose of securing appropriate placement and meeting their graduation and college eligibility requirements.
• Supervises assigned programs (e.g. scholarships, peer counseling, special education, ESL, etc.) for the purpose of monitoring performance, providing for professional growth and achieving overall curriculum objectives.

Other Functions

Job Requirements : Minimum Qualifications

Skills, Knowledge and Abilities

SKILLS are required to perform multiple, technical tasks with a need to periodically upgrade skills in order to meet changing job conditions. Specific skill based competencies required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include : applying assessment instruments; preparing and maintaining accurate records; planning and managing projects; and using pertinent software applications; facilitating meetings; promoting activities and / or events.

KNOWLEDGE is required to perform algebra and / or geometry; review and interpret highly technical information, write technical materials, and / or speak persuasively to implement desired actions; and analyze situations to define issues and draw conclusions. Specific knowledge based competencies required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include : stages of child development; assessment instruments and techniques; cultural differences of student population; job-related codes / laws / rules / regulations / policies; knowledge of community resources; Masters degree in Guidance / Counseling, Special Education, Education or related field preferred.

ABILITY is required to schedule a significant number of activities, meetings, and / or events; often gather, collate, and / or classify data; and use basic, job-related equipment. Flexibility is required to independently work with others in a wide variety of circumstances; analyze data utilizing a variety of complex processes; and operate equipment using defined methods. Ability is also required to work with a significant diversity of individuals and / or groups; work with a variety of data; and utilize specific, job-related equipment. Independent problem solving is required to analyze issues and create action plans. Problem solving with data requires analysis based on organizational objectives; and problem solving with equipment is limited. Specific ability based competencies required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include : communicating with diverse groups; maintaining confidentiality; meeting deadlines and schedules; setting priorities; working as part of a team; and working with frequent interruptions.

Responsibility

Responsibilities include : working under limited supervision using standardized practices and / or methods; leading, guiding, and / or coordinating others; operating within a defined budget. utilization of resources from other work units may be required to perform the job's functions. There is a continual opportunity to impact the organization's services.

Working Environment

The usual and customary methods of performing the job's functions require the following physical demands : some lifting, carrying, pushing, and / or pulling, and significant fine finger dexterity. Generally the job requires 60% sitting, 20% walking, and 20% standing. The job is performed under minimal temperature variations.

Experience Job related experience within a specialized field is required.

Education Bachelors degree in job-related area.

Equivalency

Required Testing

Certificates

Counseling Certificate Preferred

Secondary / Elementary Teaching Credential

Continuing Educ. / Training

Clearances

Continuing Education Requirements

Maintains Certificates and / or Licenses

Criminal Justice Fingerprint / Background Clearance

11 month position

FLSA Status : Exempt Certified Salary Schedule