SCHOOL ADJUSTMENT COUNSELOR HIGH SCHOOL

The purpose of this position is to have an individual who can provide social work and personal/mental health counseling services for students. The School Adjustment Counselor meets with students to assist them with social, personal, and mental health needs, with the aim of helping each student develop his or her potential to the fullest.

Qualifications:

Education, Training and Experience:

1. Master’s Degree from an accredited college or university in Social Work, Mental Health Counseling, School Counseling, or other related field .
2. Licensure from the Massachusetts Department of Education as a School Social Worker or School Adjustment Counselor.
3. Demonstrated subject matter competence, highly qualified, in the area of licensure.

Knowledge Required:

1. Currency in counseling techniques.
2. Effective organization of caseload assignments.
3. Effective diagnostic skills..
4. Effective instruction in a standards-based classroom.
5. Promotion of equity and appreciation of diversity.
6. Effective use of technology.
7. Fulfillment of professional responsibilities.

Abilities Required:

1. Ability to deliver effective counseling to individuals and small groups.
2. Ability to differentiate counseling to meet student needs.
3. Ability to administer required student assessments.
4. Ability to communicate clearly and effectively with students, parents, colleagues and administrators.

Skills Required:

1. Effective caseload management skills.
2. Excellent listening, speaking, reading and writing skills.
3. Effective interpersonal skills.

Supervision:

Supervision Scope:

Supervises students and evaluates their progress.

Supervision Given and Received:

Supervised by principal and/or director.

Description of Duties:

(The essential functions or duties listed below are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be

performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar,

related or a logical assignment to the position.)

1. Management of the Learning Environment

1. Utilizes effective and varied counseling techniques and procedures.
2. Maintains a pleasant, neat and well-organized office.
3. Performs scheduled duties promptly.
4. Fulfills paperwork responsibilities promptly.
5. Maintains professional competence through in-service educational activities.
6. Demonstrates a thorough knowledge of the content area.

1. Teacher/Pupil/Parent Interaction

1. Assumes responsibility for providing a safe, supportive counseling environment for every student.
2. Relates well to students of varied proficiency.
3. Supports students to acquire knowledge of and the ability to apply SEL CASEL Core Competencies..
4. Provides effective student structure in the total school setting.
5. Accepts responsibility for the well-being of each assigned student.
6. Remains approachable to students and parents, as needed.
7. Contributes to a positive and effective working relationship between school and home.

1. Professional and Personal Qualities

1. Adheres to the academic, ethical and social standards of the profession.
2. Speaks and writes clearly, understandably and appropriately.
3. Dresses appropriately and is well-groomed.
4. Accepts constructive criticism.
5. Applies suggestions for improvement.
6. Uses confidential information for professional purposes only.
7. Is equitable and sensitive and responsive to all learners.
8. Realizes that good attendance is necessary for effective learning.
9. Participates in ongoing professional development, including all district sponsored initiatives.

1. Teacher/Staff Relations

1. Shows evidence of helping to promote positive working relationships with school personnel.
2. Demonstrates willingness to share and exchange ideas, skills, techniques and materials.
3. Works effectively with administrative personnel.
4. Accepts and implements school and district decisions.
5. Fulfills assigned duties and out-of-class responsibilities.
6. Complies with school department procedures and school committee policies.

Salary: As per the WEA contract.