High School Counselor (Jr. and Sr.)

Job Title: School Counselor (Jr. and Sr.)

School: Clinton High School

Location: Clinton, Oklahoma

Reports to: Michelle Sorter, Principal

Job Summary:

Clinton High School is seeking a dedicated and compassionate School Counselor to join our team. The School Counselor will play a vital role in supporting the academic, social, and emotional development of our students. The ideal candidate will be committed to fostering a positive and inclusive school environment, collaborating with students, parents, teachers, and administrators to ensure student success. 

Responsibilities:

• Academic Counseling:
• Assist students with academic planning, course selection, and post-secondary planning (college, technical school, career).
• Monitor student academic progress and provide interventions as needed.
• Interpret and utilize student data to inform academic support.
• Conduct individual and group counseling sessions related to academic achievement.
• Social-Emotional Counseling:
• Provide individual and group counseling to address students' social and emotional needs.
• Implement and facilitate social-emotional learning programs.
• Respond to and manage crisis situations, including providing support to students experiencing emotional distress.
• Develop and implement strategies to promote positive behavior and conflict resolution.
• College and Career Counseling:
• Provide guidance and support to students regarding college applications, financial aid, and career exploration.
• Organize and conduct college and career workshops and presentations.
• Maintain up-to-date information on college and career resources.
• Collaboration and Consultation:
• Collaborate with teachers, parents, administrators, and community resources to support student success.
• Participate in school-wide initiatives and meetings.
• Provide consultation to teachers and parents on student issues.
• Maintain accurate student records.
• Student Support Services:
• Identify students with special needs and collaborate with special education staff.
• Act as a liaison between the school, families, and community resources.
• Implement and support school-wide initiatives related to student well-being.
• Help to create a safe and supportive learning environment.

Qualifications:

• Master's degree in School Counseling or a related field.
• Valid Oklahoma School Counselor certification.
• Knowledge of academic, social-emotional, and career development theories and practices.
• Strong communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills.
• Ability to work effectively with diverse student populations.
• Knowledge of and ability to use technology and student information systems.
• Experience with crisis intervention and conflict resolution.
• Knowledge of Oklahoma graduation requirements and post secondary options.