Future School Counselor

Reports to : Student Services Director

Employment Status : As assigned on board-approved contract

FLSA Status : Exempt

QUALIFICATIONS :

• Valid Ohio Department of Education licensure / credentials
• Knowledge of mental health diagnostic criteria and appropriate interventions
• Knowledge of group / individual counseling theories and appropriate use of such with children and families
• One to two years related experience preferred
• Successful completion of BCI / FBI background checks

POSITION DESCRIPTION :

Provide guidance and counsel to students which will promote their welfare, safety, and proper educational development; respect confidentiality; establish and maintain cooperative relationships with parents / staff / students; ensure safety by reporting pertinent information to appropriate agencies as necessary

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS : (The below list is not ranked in order of importance.)

OTHER DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES :

ADDITIONAL WORKING CONDITIONS :

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES :

EQUIPMENT OPERATED :

Typical school technology as well as assistive technology (e.g., communication devices, etc.)

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT :

Dates of the work period will be stated in the employment contract

PERFORMANCE EVALUATION :

The School Counselor will be evaluated by the Student Services Director or his or her designee in accordance with the procedures identified by law and including the standards established by the organization. The employee will be given a copy of the evaluation instrument and standards in advance and he or she will be expected to conduct a self-evaluation and establish a minimum of one goal annually to advance knowledge, skill and / or ability in a job related area.

The Muskingum Valley ESC Governing Board is an equal opportunity employer offering employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, or disability. This job description identifies general responsibilities and is not

intended to be a complete list of all duties performed. The incumbent will be required to follow the instructions and perform the duties required by the Service Center. This document is subject to change in response to student demographics, staffing factors, funding variables, modified operating procedures, program / curriculum changes, and unforeseen events.