What are the responsibilities and job description for the School Adjustment Counselor / Social Worker position at Southeastern Massachusetts Educational...?
SMEC is seeking a strong and diverse pool of applicants for the position of School Adjustment Counselor. The School Adjustment Counselor provides individual, group and as-needed instruction and support related to social/emotional skills and supports classroom staff in developing skills and strategies in this area.This is a School Year Position (184 days) plus a 5 week part-time summer program. Valid certification as a school adjustment counselor from the MA Department of Education required. Benefits Eligible (Health, Dental, Life Insurances, 457b/403b).
This position qualifies for the Massachusetts Teachers' Retirement System (MTRS) with applicable licensure. Local travel between programs is required to support students at different school buildings.Please submit resume, cover letter, copy of professional licensure, transcripts and three current letters of reference via SchoolSpring.EOEEssential Duties: -Able to develop and implement appropriate data driven, culturally responsive instruction, and individualized goals and accommodations.-Able to administer formal and informal assessments and analyze results in order to create diverse and interesting lessons, goals, and activities.-Develops and maintains a culturally diverse, purposeful, respectful, and stimulating treatment environment that is organized and positive in nature and geared towards student interests.-Prepares for, attends, and fully participates in student and staff meetings.-Demonstrates ongoing professional growth and skills consistent with current research and practice in school-based counseling through in-services, coursework, evaluations, and online courses.-Accurately completes documentation related to student incidents/injuries, physical intervention, and 51A reports and/or DPPC.-Responsible for providing appropriate and effective solutions to the obstacles met by students in their academic and social lives.-Responds to student emotional difficulties in a timely manner; follows through with necessary paperwork to ensure student safety.-Conducts group and individual counseling to students as appropriate and indicated on their service delivery grids.-Participates as a member of the Team contributing observations and collaborating in the development of an appropriate IEP.-Provides consultation to administrators and staff on student learning, behavior, social development, and intervention strategies.-Balances the ability to listen and understand the concerns of all school community members in a way that encourages approachability while setting boundaries when dealing with parents and students.-Communicates and interacts with parents and the community in a way that promotes a high level of open and honest communication.-Expresses him/herself clearly and confidently orally and in writing; capable of responding effectively in a public forum.-Constructs a culture that advocates and models responsible student decision-making and promotes positive behavior changes and respect.-Provides students with direct instruction in all areas of social-emotional learning.-As requested or directed, provide training to staff in areas of expertise.-Complete all expected paperwork in a high quality manner within mandated/required timelines.-Shows respect and compassion for all members of the classroom and school environment including students, families, staff, and other community members.-Implements all aspects of the educational day, which may include activities of daily living (ADLs) such as toileting, feeding, transferring, self-care, and assistance with mobility including lifting.-Effectively utilizes any recommended adaptive equipment for individual students.-Participates in all required Collaborative in-services as well as those recommended by supervisors.-Communicate all significant occurrences to the appropriate supervisor in a respectful and timely manner.-Maintains an open, honest, and respectful relationship with parents and others involved with the students success.-Maintains professional boundaries with parents and students. -Physical ability to perform physical restraints/escorts as needed.-Expected to read and adhere to all Employee Handbook policies.
This position qualifies for the Massachusetts Teachers' Retirement System (MTRS) with applicable licensure. Local travel between programs is required to support students at different school buildings.Please submit resume, cover letter, copy of professional licensure, transcripts and three current letters of reference via SchoolSpring.EOEEssential Duties: -Able to develop and implement appropriate data driven, culturally responsive instruction, and individualized goals and accommodations.-Able to administer formal and informal assessments and analyze results in order to create diverse and interesting lessons, goals, and activities.-Develops and maintains a culturally diverse, purposeful, respectful, and stimulating treatment environment that is organized and positive in nature and geared towards student interests.-Prepares for, attends, and fully participates in student and staff meetings.-Demonstrates ongoing professional growth and skills consistent with current research and practice in school-based counseling through in-services, coursework, evaluations, and online courses.-Accurately completes documentation related to student incidents/injuries, physical intervention, and 51A reports and/or DPPC.-Responsible for providing appropriate and effective solutions to the obstacles met by students in their academic and social lives.-Responds to student emotional difficulties in a timely manner; follows through with necessary paperwork to ensure student safety.-Conducts group and individual counseling to students as appropriate and indicated on their service delivery grids.-Participates as a member of the Team contributing observations and collaborating in the development of an appropriate IEP.-Provides consultation to administrators and staff on student learning, behavior, social development, and intervention strategies.-Balances the ability to listen and understand the concerns of all school community members in a way that encourages approachability while setting boundaries when dealing with parents and students.-Communicates and interacts with parents and the community in a way that promotes a high level of open and honest communication.-Expresses him/herself clearly and confidently orally and in writing; capable of responding effectively in a public forum.-Constructs a culture that advocates and models responsible student decision-making and promotes positive behavior changes and respect.-Provides students with direct instruction in all areas of social-emotional learning.-As requested or directed, provide training to staff in areas of expertise.-Complete all expected paperwork in a high quality manner within mandated/required timelines.-Shows respect and compassion for all members of the classroom and school environment including students, families, staff, and other community members.-Implements all aspects of the educational day, which may include activities of daily living (ADLs) such as toileting, feeding, transferring, self-care, and assistance with mobility including lifting.-Effectively utilizes any recommended adaptive equipment for individual students.-Participates in all required Collaborative in-services as well as those recommended by supervisors.-Communicate all significant occurrences to the appropriate supervisor in a respectful and timely manner.-Maintains an open, honest, and respectful relationship with parents and others involved with the students success.-Maintains professional boundaries with parents and students. -Physical ability to perform physical restraints/escorts as needed.-Expected to read and adhere to all Employee Handbook policies.