Guidance Counselor- Augusta YDC-Augusta, GA (NSC)

Job Summary:

Under general supervision provides guidance and counseling services to youth under the care and/or custody of the Department of Juvenile Justice. Coordinates transition efforts among teachers, students, parents, and local school districts. Meets with staff and outside agencies concerning educational, vocational, social, and emotional well-being of students. Maintains student information for the purpose of program planning. Coordinates and implements a program that provides career guidance, counseling and academic services to students. Performs case management for student participants as needed.

Primary Duties & Responsibilities:

• Schedules weekly visits to the RYDC’s. Calendar prepared monthly

• Reviews student records upon arrival at the facility

• Completes a Graduation Status Report for high school students when records arrive. Ensures that all high school students present for 30 days or more must have a Graduation Status Report. Provides advisement.

• Reviews all schedules for students that have been entered into infinite Campus by the Vocational Instructor/Practical Instructor/Education Clerk

• Completes individual Graduation Plan for all 8th grade students

• Coordinates End of Course test administration

• Reviews students who are I the RYDC’s for more than a semester t determine progress and appropriate academic placement.

• Prepares Career and College advisement to long-term students

• Coordinates Placement/Retention Committee meetings and determinations

• Available for input int RTI/504 meetings

• Coordinates Career/College Day for each RYDC during Spring Semester

• Serves as the primary school contact for public schools. Assists with the transition process back into public school

• Conducts classroom guidance and groups

• Assists with coordination of special activities and programs such as Red Ribbon Week

• Coordinates Odysseyware enrollment

• Performs other duties as assigned by the Assistant Associate Superintendent for Student Support Services.

Minimum Qualifications

• Master’s Degree in School Counseling – required

• Must hold or be eligible for Georgia School Counseling Certification

Note: Must be able to perceive the needs of the total school program. Strong decision-making ability. Ability to effectively lead, organize, and direct the work of others. Knowledge of school, school district, and agency policies and procedures. Ability to relate to a wide variety of people and to observe, listen and provide leadership which results in the best possible school environment. Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite.

Preferred Qualifications

• Education Specialist degree-preferred

• Minimum 5 years progressively responsible experience in Education.

Benefits

In addition to a competitive salary & benefits, GA Department of Juvenile Justice is part of a statewide initiative called Total Rewards that seeks to attract and retain employees by supplementing their base pay and benefits with programs designed to improve the quality of their work environment and lead to greater job satisfaction and work/life balance. Eligible employees are offered generous benefits, including health and dental insurance; retirement and savings plan options; and paid holidays, vacation, and sick leave. For more information, visit https://djj.georgia.gov/Online-Applications/employee-benefits

We are a qualified employer for the Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program

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