Job Title : Counselor - Licensed Professional
Department : Special Services
Pay Grade : P125
FLSA Status : Exempt
Reports to : Associate Director Special Services
GENERAL PURPOSE
This position is responsible for providing support to the instructional process with specific responsibility for influencing behavior by assessing, understanding and providing guidance. Responsible for conducting assessments for aptitudes, attitudes, abilities, interests, personal characteristics and intelligence. Collaborates with other staff and parents to assist with the intent of meeting the needs of students, parents and staff while enhancing the effectiveness of the program.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS
- Assess student's functional capabilities and home and / or classroom environment to determine student's functional level and develop recommendations.
- Consult and collaborate with teachers, parents, other personnel and / or outside professionals to assist in developing programming for students with disabilities.
- Communicate with teachers, parents, or other personnel to evaluate situations, solve problems and / or resolve conflicts.
- Administer standardized and / or supplemental assessments measuring the intellectual, adaptive, academic, social and emotional development of children.
- Assist teams in determining eligibility for special education services in compliance with regulatory requirements.
- Conducts Functional Behavior Assessments, develops behavior plans, and behavioral curriculum modifications for classroom use.
- Participates in meetings, workshops and seminars as assigned conveying and / or gathering information required to perform functions.
- Prepares a wide variety of materials documenting activities, providing written reference, and / or conveying information.
- Researches resources and methods determining the appropriate approach for addressing students' functional goals.
- Performs other related duties as required / assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS
Education and Experience
Master's Degree from an accredited college or university.Minimum of one (1) year of job-related experience is preferred.Certificates, Licenses and Other Special Requirements
Licensed Professional Counselor certification, required.Ability to obtain and maintain "Highly Qualified" status as defined by Missouri's Department of Elementary and Secondary Education, required.Must pass a Criminal Background Clearance, the results of which must be satisfactory to the District, required.Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Ability to review and interpret highly technical information, write technical materials, and / or speak persuasively to implement desired actions; and analyze situations to define issues, draw conclusions and create action plans.Knowledge based competencies required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include counseling and educational principles, pertinent codes, policies, regulations and / or laws.Skill to perform multiple, technical tasks with a need to routinely upgrade skills in order to meet changing job conditions.Skill based competencies required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job, including : applying assessment instruments; operating standard office equipment including using pertinent software applications; and preparing and maintaining accurate records.Ability to schedule a number of activities, meetings, and / or events; gather, collate, and / or classify data; and use job-related equipment.Ability to work with others under a wide variety of circumstances; working with data utilizing defined but different processes; and operate equipment using defined methods.Ability to work with a significant diversity of individuals and / or groups; work with data of widely varied types and / or purposes; and utilize job-related equipment.Ability to collaborate and communicate effectively with internal and external stakeholders.Ability to apply critical thinking / problem solving to improve work processes.Ability to maintain confidentiality; set priorities; meet deadlines and schedules; work with detailed information; and adapt to changing priorities.Ability to set high expectations for self and others; set and monitor progress toward goals; and utilize and offer effective feedback for continuous improvement.Ability to work as part of a team; adapt to changing priorities; and apply logical processes and analytical skills.Working Conditions and Physical Requirements
Work environment is primarily inside, where the noise and temperature levels are moderate.The work is medium work that requires exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and / or up to 20 pounds of force to move objects.Must possess the physical ability to perceive the nature of sounds, make rational decisions through sound logic and deductive processes, express or exchange ideas by the spoken word, substantial movements (motions) with the hands, wrists, and / or fingers, and discern letters or numbers at a given distance.Additionally, the following physical abilities are required : balancing, climbing, crawling, crouching, feeling, grasping, handling, hearing, kneeling, manual dexterity, mental acuity, reaching, repetitive motion, speaking, standing, stooping, talking, visual acuity and walking.
