What are the responsibilities and job description for the School Counselor position at Paulding County Schools?
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Position Title : Counselor
Salary Schedule : State Based Plus Local Supplement
Department : School
Job Code : 110000
Reports To : Principal
Work Schedule : 207 days / 8 hr.
Grade / Level : N / A
FLSA : Exempt
Primary Function : Ability to provide instruction, assessing and encouraging student progress. Ability to manage the learning environment, complying with state and district level regulations and policies.
Working Conditions : Physical Demands :
Office and Classroom Environment
Dexterity of hands and fingers to operate a computer keyboard
Hearing and speaking to exchange information
Seeing to read a variety of materials
Sitting for extended periods of time
Bending at the waist, kneeling, or crouching to file materials
Qualifications :
A valid Georgia Teaching Certificate in assigned teaching field as required by the Professional Standards Commission
- School Counseling (P-12)
Must hold or be eligible for a Master's degree in School Counseling
The Board of Education and the Superintendent may accept alternatives to some of the above requirements.
Essential Functions :
Implement or assist in implementing a developmental counseling and guidance program considering the school needs
Conduct individual counseling in areas of educational and person need as referred by staff, family, or self-referred
Conduct group counseling in identified areas
Conduct classroom activities to support instruction, educational transition, career awareness and personal development
Collaborate with Graduation Coaches, Career Pathways Facilitators, and others as appropriate to successfully implement the Career Pathways initiative
Assist with administration of standardized group testing
Consult and coordinate with staff, parents, and community resources
Assist in implementing crisis management plans
Provide information to students and parents on career awareness and life development
Possess and maintain valid and appropriate license, certificate and / or credential as may be required for this position
Follow work scheduling and attendance requirements in a regular, predictable, and punctual manner
Participate in training programs and apply concepts learned in the classroom to increase student learning
Participate in the Student Support Team process
Review current developments, literature and technical source information related to job responsibilities
Ensure adherence to appropriate safety procedures
Follow federal and state laws, as well as Board policies
Perform other duties as assigned by Superintendent or designee
