Overview :
Join our team at Maya Angelou Academy , where we seek dedicated individuals committed to continuous learning and personal growth. As a Classroom Counselor, you'll play a pivotal role in guiding and supporting students with diverse needs, fostering an inclusive and nurturing educational environment.
Join Seneca's Maya Angelou Academy in Oakland, CA as a Classroom Counselor for K-5 students . Collaborate with special education teachers and school therapists to meet students' therapeutic, behavioral, and academic needs. As a Counselor, you'll support mental health, provide therapeutic interventions, and promote academic curiosity.You will also have the opportunity to pursue an embedded MSW or Education Specialist credential via a Seneca scholarship!
Seneca Family of Agencies has been nominated among the Bay Areas Top Workplaces for several consecutive years. Were committed to providing traditionally marginalized communities with a network of excellent mental health, community-based, and educational services. We are committed to building a diverse staff and strongly encourage people of color to apply. Our programs are deeply engaged in conversations and training on Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion to bring equity and justice to the youth and families we serve.
Responsibilities :
- Contribute to the structure and stability of the classroom by helping students stay on task and focused within the classroom.
- Use behavioral and clinical techniques to support the mental health needs of our clients; this can include working with students on skills such as anger management, coping with frustration, and interacting positively with peers.
- Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team of Special Education Teachers, School Therapists, and School Leadership to promote a school environment where students' therapeutic, community, and academic needs are met.
- Foster curiosity and creativity in students by sharing your skills and interests in sports, art, games, nature exploration, and other fun activities.
- Participate in weekly supervision to expand your skills and receive ongoing guidance and support.
- Communicate effectively with all staff and caretakers who are involved in the daily life of the student.
- Provide crisis intervention for students when necessary, using de-escalation techniques to resolve conflicts; this may include physical management of clients and implementation of Seneca's Equilibrium Training.
Qualifications :
Education / Experience requirements :Bachelor's degree ORAssociate degree and one year of relevant experience ORHigh school diploma and two years of relevant experienceExperience working with youth in a mental health or classroom-facing capacityAt least 21 years of ageCalifornia Driver's LicenseClearance of TB test, fingerprints, and any other mandatory State / Federal licensing or certification requirementsProof of COVID-19 vaccinationSchedule :
School based schedule :Monday to Friday : 8 AM- 4 : 30 PM
5 weeks of paid time off, 11 paid holidays, and 14 paid school break daysBenefits :
Now hiring for the upcoming academic year!Starting at $25.46 -$27.96 per hour
Actual salary dependent on creditable experience above the minimum qualifications for the roleAdditional compensation provided upon passing a bilingual language proficiency exam
Salary increases each yearComprehensive employee benefits package :Medical, dental, vision, chiropractic, acupuncture, and fertility coverage
50% paid premiums for dependantsFamily leave, life insurance, and long-term disability403b retirement planEmployer-paid Employee Assistance Plan (EAP)5 weeks of paid time off, 11 paid holidays, and flexible professional development opportunities during school breaksAbundant professional development opportunities, including :Fully-funded embedded bachelor's degree program through Reach University
Substantially funded embedded MSW or Education Specialist programs at various universitiesKeywords : student counseling, emotional well-being, academic success, student support, counseling services, student empowerment, educational journey, student well-being, counseling programs