Job title: Elementary School Counselor (Helix AI & Medical Academy)
Company: Helix Community Schools
Job description: Job Summary:We are seeking a dedicated, professional, and compassionate School Counselor to support the academic, emotional, social, and behavioral growth of students. The School Counselor will work closely with students, families, teachers, and school staff to foster a positive school environment, address students’ individual needs, and ensure that every student has the support and resources they need to succeed both academically and personally.Key Responsibilities:
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- Individual Counseling: Provide individual counseling to students on issues such as personal development, emotional regulation, mental health, conflict resolution, family changes, and academic concerns.
- Group Counseling: Facilitate small group sessions focused on social-emotional skills, peer relationships, study strategies, stress management, self-esteem, and career exploration.
- Academic Support: Work with students, teachers, and parents to develop strategies for overcoming academic challenges, setting realistic goals, and improving study habits and organizational skills.
- Crisis Intervention: Act quickly and appropriately to provide support during emergencies or crises, ensuring students’ immediate needs are met and connecting them with further resources as necessary.
- Collaboration and Consultation: Collaborate with teachers, administrators, and parents to develop and implement student support plans. Provide input on educational plans, behavioral interventions, and student progress.
- Parent and Family Engagement: Regularly communicate with parents and guardians about student well-being, academic progress, and available resources. Offer counseling support for families experiencing challenges.
- School-Wide Programs: Develop, implement, and oversee school-wide initiatives that promote positive mental health, inclusivity, and a positive school climate.
- Referral Services: Identify students who may need additional support and make referrals to outside resources, including mental health professionals, community agencies, and specialists.
- Record Keeping and Documentation: Maintain accurate and confidential records of counseling sessions, assessments, referrals, and communications with students, parents, and staff, in compliance with school and district policies.
- Professional Development: Engage in professional development to stay current on trends in counseling, student mental health, educational support strategies, and relevant legal and ethical issues.
Qualifications:
- Master’s degree in School Counseling, Guidance Counseling, or a related field.
- State certification or licensure as a school counselor.
- Experience working with students in an educational setting is preferred.
- Strong understanding of child development, social-emotional learning, and mental health issues in youth.
- Excellent communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills.
- Ability to work collaboratively with students, staff, and families in a team-oriented environment.
- Empathy, compassion, and a strong desire to help students thrive.
- Experience with crisis management and conflict resolution strategies is a plus.
Expected salary: $48000 – 55000 per year
Location: Opelousas, LA
Job date: Sat, 08 Feb 2025 23:17:15 GMT
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