School Counselor

Job Description

Job Description

Description :

The School Counselor supports the leadership team in promoting a holistic approach to students’ academic, social, physical and emotional development within a positive school climate.

Coordinates the mental health and counseling support for all students on the campus and promotes learning spaces where students feel emotionally and mentally safe to be their authentic selves.

Achievement Metrics

90% Student Retention

97.5% Average daily attendance

Students with counseling minutes are met with fidelity

Responsibilities

Leads the execution of the school’s vision for retaining all students at the school by directing and managing all stakeholders at the campus in their roles and responsibilities in promoting the well-being of the “whole child”.

Provides individual / group counseling for at-risk students and refers students who need intense or specialized services to Licensed Mental Health Provider and / or outside agencies.

Leads the planning of and execution of student and family engagement events that are aligned to the school’s culture, community and family needs and promotes the authentic relationship building between the school and the family.

Leads beginning of year Professional Development for entire campus to clarify the roles every staff member plays in promoting students social & emotional well-being.

Leads parent conversations and problem solving to ensure we are meeting the needs of our students and families in collaboration with campus lead team.

Coaches and develops teachers to work with all students and families. Partners with the appropriate lead team / campus team members to support the staff and the student to work together to achieve goals.

Maintain knowledge of community agencies as a resource to meet student and school needs.

Directs implementation of state mandated guidance lessons to all students to develop life skills, promote good character, and develop resilience.

Provides support through feedback, training, coaching, and developing teachers in working with students social / emotional needs in the classroom.

Member of the school Crisis Response Team and the Threat Assessment Team on the campus to provide and ensure student social / emotional needs are being met.

Conducts individual and group check-ins and advising meetings with students to address social-emotional issues and provide campus-based support.

Leads family communications platforms.

Facilitates bullying prevention month and mental health awareness month activities.

Conducts home visit for students that are absent frequently

Identifies barriers to attendance and support in connecting the family with community resources or hosts in school sessions

Works closely with the District Mental Health Team and provides ongoing documentation to the District and State

Maintains the uttermost confidentiality as it pertains to students' information

Qualifications and Experience

Earned master's degree in school counseling, counseling, administration, or related field

Previous experience in a school or school setting

Valid School Counselor Certificate

Knowledge and Skills

Proven track record of success

Excellent organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills

Ability to manage student behavior

Ability to adjust and adapt to a multitude of situations in the school environment

Physical Requirements : Light work : Exerting up to 20 pounds of force occasionally, and / or up to 10 pounds of force as frequently as needed to move

Compensation : BridgePrep Academy offers a competitive salary and benefits commensurate with Experience. BridgePrep Academy is an equal-opportunity employer and an organization that values diversity.

Disclaimer : This job description describes the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals hired into this job. This is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties required. BridgePrep Academy reserves the right to change any or all content of this job description based on business needs. The incumbent, if applicable, will be consulted and notified of any changes before they become effective.