To provide students with educational, personal, career, social, and emotional counseling and to identify and coordinate all available resources to empower students to reach full potential. Ability to read, interpret, and follow State Board of Education rules, Code of Ethics, School Board policies, and appropriate state and federal statutes. Knowledge and understanding of human development and the unique needs and characteristics of students served. Knowledge and understanding of guidance and counseling principles, programs, and services. Knowledge of community resources and services available for student assistance. Knowledge of high school graduation requirements, state scholarship programs, financial aid, military, and career programs. Knowledge of exceptional education procedures. Knowledge of community and state services. Ability to counsel and assist students, parents, and school personnel in the resolution of problems in student learning, behavior, and mental health. Ability to administer student assessment and evaluation instruments. Ability to analyze and use data. Ability to communicate orally and in writing, with parents, school personnel and the public. Ability to maintain confidentiality. Ability to maintain sensitivity to multicultural issues. Ability to use a computer.