Primary Purpose Support the mission vision and strategic goals of Clear Creek ISD by providing leadership and expertise within a Comprehensive School Counseling Plan. Actively engage in actions that contribute to the overall mission and strategic plan of Clear Creek ISD.
Qualifications Education • Masters degree in counseling or a related field from an accredited college or university • Valid Texas Counseling certification preferred or LPC, LMFT, LCSW, LSSP, MSW, or Ph.D. in counseling
Special Knowledge and Skills • Effective communication, public relations, and interpersonal skills • Knowledge of counseling and guidance • Ability to assist with instructional programs and teaching effectiveness • Ability to interpret policy procedures and data • Demonstration of counseling and leadership • Computer skills consistent with district expectations
Experience Minimum of 3 years of successful teaching and/or counseling experience preferred
Major Responsibilities and Duties Provide for an orientation of the student support program activities and services to staff, students, and parents. Coordinate, facilitate, and monitor the effectiveness of campus Student Support Program based on student needs. Develop and implement an annual campus needs assessment to determine appropriate social-emotional and mental-behavioral health support services. Assist in planning appropriate intervention strategies to promote positive student behaviors. Counsel individually and case-manage high-risk students as identified, referring to appropriate resources in the school and community as appropriate (Tier 2 and Tier 3 services). Provide risk screening as needed. Meet with students assigned to DAEP and provide ongoing counseling support for these at-risk students upon their return. Consult through conferences, phone calls, and individual meetings with: • Parents • Guardians • Administrators • Diagnosticians • Nurses • Psychologists • Other professionals
Inform parents and community about the Student Support Program. Respond in a timely manner to parent calls, emails. Guide individuals and groups of students and their parents/guardians to plan, monitor, and manage the students personal and social development. Partner with parents and appropriate community organizations to address social-emotional and/or mental-behavioral health concerns and requests for support services. Refer students, parents, and/or others to specialized programs and services within the school and community. Identify, compile, and provide a current list of appropriate community resources. Serve as a member of the campus counseling team. Provide training and consultation as needed to support the campus "Comprehensive School Counseling Plan". Train campus staff on child abuse prevention and intervention, including how to make referrals to Childrens Protective Services. Initiate and/or assist other campus staff in making referrals to Childrens Protective Services and respond to requests for information from Childrens Protective Services. Organize and provide staff development in the areas of student support and assisting at-risk students. Provide information regarding student support to the faculty. Communicate with faculty as appropriate regarding students needs. Maintain individual and group student support documentation. Collect and summarize data for submission to the Director of Counseling and Student Services. Serve as a member of campus and district Crisis Response Team. Inform supervisors of student threats to themselves and/or other students. Educate students on personal safety, health, relationships, suicide prevention, and mental health awareness. Provide resources and support for staff as needed. Exhibit CCISD Core Values of trustworthiness, respect, responsibility, fairness, caring, and citizenship. Actively engage in actions that contribute to the overall mission and strategic plan of Clear Creek ISD. Stay up-to-date professionally through the selection of quality professional learning opportunities for personal growth. Research district policy, precedent, and current practices prior to taking action. Participate as an effective team member who contributes to district department and content goals. Demonstrate proficient levels of technology applications. Participate fully in drills and safety exercises to provide for the safety and overall emotional wellbeing of students. Utilize time wisely for effective management of job responsibilities. Maintain punctuality in daily work times, appointments, and meetings. Meet task completion deadlines established by supervisor. Maintain friendly customer-service-driven interactions with all stakeholders, students, teachers, administrators, and co-workers. Work cooperatively with co-workers and supervisors to ensure that the goals of the school/department are met. Maintain a positive and professional tone in all communication (i.e., email, written, and verbal). Perform other duties and accept other responsibilities as assigned.
Working Conditions Mental Demands • Effective communication • Concentration while performing duties • Ability to maintain emotional control under stress • Ability to work with frequent interruptions • Ability to maintain mental endurance due to high intensity of services
Physical Demands Environmental Factors • Occasional district-wide travel • Prolonged use of computer • Repetitive hand motions Pay Grade Admin Program 2 Terms 198 Days