Genetic counselor Jobs in Mckinney tx

JOB DESCRIPTION : PRIMARY PURPOSE :

Plan, implement, and evaluate a comprehensive school counseling program to the school assigned. Provide and supervise a proactive system of interventions to encourage all students in maximizing personal growth and development. Serve as a leader to coordinate academic information and all counseling services to school assigned.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS :

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES :

Program Management

• Implement a comprehensive school counseling program (CSCP) that conforms to the most recent edition of the Texas Model for Comprehensive School Counseling Programs.
• Facilitate the continuing evaluation of the CSCP through a campus-based counselor advisory committee.
• Coordinate with the team to complete the counselor principal plan, year at a glance calendar, timetracker system, and annual report. Create and retain other reports and documents as requested.
• Oversee college readiness programs to help ensure students obtain a CCMR indicator prior to graduation.
• With the support of the campus IMPACT counselor, coordinate the campus crisis response as needed.
• Ensure the CSCP is in alignment with the campus and district improvement plans.
• Provide the principal with timely feedback on the team’s progress in achieving the program goals.

Campus Counseling Department Management

Advising, Assessment, and Student Services

Guidance & Counseling

Consultation

Professional Standards

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES :

Evaluate counselors at assigned school and oversee clerical employee(s) and representatives from partner entities.

WORKING CONDITIONS :

Mental Demands / Physical Demands / Environmental Factors

Tools / Equipment Used : Standard office equipment including personal computer and peripherals.

Posture : Frequent sitting and standing; occasional bending / stooping, pushing / pulling, and twisting.

Motion : Repetitive hand motions; frequent keyboarding and use of mouse; occasional reaching.

Lifting : Occasional light lifting and carrying (less than 15 pounds)

Environment : May work prolonged or irregular hours; work inside and outside (exposure to sun, heat, cold, and inclement weather), exposure to noise; occasional district-wide and statewide travel; ability to transport materials / supplies to be used in presentations and in work sessions with teachers and staff.

Mental Demands : Ability to work collaboratively with the campus principal; work with frequent interruptions; maintain emotional control under stress; ability to communicate effectively (verbal and written); coordinate district functions; ability to problem solve, to work collaboratively with others and to work on multiple projects / tasks within a given period of time.

Other : work as a team member and with peers, teachers, campus personnel and principals. Professional demeanor, dress, resourcefulness, and communicate effectively with diverse groups and accept supervision. Work without day-to-day supervision. Punctual attendance in the workplace and work-related meetings / activities.

EVALUATION :

Performance of this job will be evaluated in accordance with provisions of the Board Policy on Evaluations.

PREFERRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES AND EXPERIENCE :

Three years counseling experience in a secondary school setting

REQUIREMENTS :

Education / Certification :

Master’s degree in guidance counseling

Valid Texas counseling certificate

Special Knowledge / Skills :

Knowledge of counseling procedures, student appraisal, and career development

Excellent organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills

Ability to lead other counselors

Strong organizational communication, public relations, and interpersonal skills