What are the responsibilities and job description for the School Adjustment Counselor position at Weymouth Public Schools?
School Adjustment Counselor
Weymouth Public Schools is a dynamic and inclusive learning community dedicated to "Educational Excellence for Every Weymouth Student." Our vision is centered on empowering each individual to reach their full potential in a diverse, equitable, and supportive environment.
We educate over 5,600 students in 11 school buildings, including Weymouth Early Childhood Center, eight elementary schools (grades K-5), Chapman Middle School (grades 6-8), and Weymouth High School (Grades 9-12). At each of our schools, we are committed to fostering curiosity, celebrating diversity, and nurturing a lifelong passion for learning. Our highly qualified educators and staff members work to provide personalized attention and support to ensure that every student thrives.
Responsibility:
The School Adjustment Counselor is directly responsible to the School Principal.
Qualifications:
- Must be licensed as a Social Worker/Adjustment Counselor with the Department of Elementary and Secondary Education
- Must hold a Master's degree or higher
- Clinical experience preferred
- Experience working with students diagnosed with social emotional disabilities
- Counseling background in Guidance or Adjustment.
General Duties:
The School Adjustment Counselor contributes to student success in visible and meaningful ways. The School Adjustment Counselor supports a comprehensive developmental counseling program for all students 9-12 to improve the educational outcomes of students especially students who are experiencing barriers to learning. School Adjustment Counselors structures activities to meet the needs of students; collaborates with teachers, staff, and parents to enhance their effectiveness in helping students; and works in harmony with the school staff to promote the total elementary school program and student achievement.
The Weymouth Public Schools is an equal opportunity employer and selects the best matched individual for the job based upon job related qualifications, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, disability, or membership in any group protected under federal, state or local equal opportunity laws.
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
Weymouth Public Schools is committed to maintaining a work and learning environment free from discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, pregnancy, gender, sexual orientation, marital/civil union status, ancestry, place of birth, age, citizenship status, veteran status, political affiliation or disability, as defined and required by state and federal laws.
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