What are the responsibilities and job description for the School Adjustment Counselor position at West Springfield Public Schools?
Adjustment Counselor West Springfield Middle School Duties : -Provide group and individual counseling services -Design and deliver tiered supports and interventions -Case management services for an assigned caseload -Collaborate and consult with school personnel on topics related to social / emotional learning and mental health issues -Provide crisis intervention when needed -Family communication and collaboration as part of service delivery planning and services -Collaborate and consult with teachers and related service personnel regarding strategies and interventions appropriate for students and communication regarding progress monitoring -Maintain contact with outside providers and agencies to facilitate a comprehensive approach to the student's service delivery -Develop individual student goals and benchmarks, collect and analyze data, and prepare progress reports -Other Duties and Responsibilities : -IEP assessments, goal writing, and progress reports as needed -Perform other related duties as required -Participate in and maintain QBS Safety Care certification -Self-harm and threat assessment screenings as indicated Qualifications : -Licensed School Adjustment Counselor / Social Worker -Knowledge of community resources -In-depth knowledge of child development and wrap-around interventions to support student's social-emotional needs -Strong organizational and team skills -Has experience working with diverse students -Demonstrates the ability to support families and parents as well as teachers with student needs -Demonstrates knowledge of mental health and family systems -Bilingual encouraged to apply -Diverse applicants encouraged to apply Salary : Per Unit A Contract
