What are the responsibilities and job description for the Adjustment Counselor position at Fausey Elementary?
Adjustment Counselor
Fausey Elementary School
Fausey Elementary School is seeking a dedicated and collaborative Adjustment Counselor to support the academic, social-emotional, and behavioral needs of students within a comprehensive school-based support model.
Responsibilities:
- Provide individual and group counseling services to students
- Design and implement tiered supports and interventions
- Provide case management services for an assigned caseload
- Collaborate and consult with school personnel regarding social-emotional learning and student mental health needs
- Provide crisis intervention and support as needed
- Conduct behavioral assessments and develop behavior support plans
- Maintain ongoing communication and collaboration with families as part of service planning and delivery
- Collaborate with teachers and related service providers regarding interventions, strategies, and progress monitoring
- Coordinate with outside providers and community agencies to support comprehensive student services
- Develop student goals and benchmarks; collect and analyze data; prepare progress reports
- Complete assessments, goal writing, and progress reports as required
- Participate in PBIS, Crisis Response, and Equity teams
- Conduct self-harm and threat assessment screenings as indicated
- Maintain QBS Safety Care certification
- Perform other related duties as assigned
Qualifications:
- Current DESE licensure as a School Adjustment Counselor/Social Worker or Licensed School Adjustment Counselor
- Knowledge of community-based resources and wraparound services
- Strong understanding of child development and social-emotional/behavioral interventions
- Demonstrated knowledge of mental health and family systems
- Strong organizational, communication, and collaboration skills
- Experience working with diverse student populations
- Ability to effectively support students, families, caregivers, and staff
- Bilingual candidates are encouraged to apply
Salary: Per Unit A Contract
Salary Range: $53,939 - $101,108
Work Year: 184 days
Salary : $53,939 - $101,108