Long-Term Substitute Counselor, West Campus

Berks Career & Technology Center Long-Term Substitute Campus Counselor NV-400 1 8/28/2020 JOC APPROVED 12/10/2020 AGENDA ITEM XII.D.2.c. NOTICE OF VACANCY DEPARTMENT: Student Services CLASSIFICATION: Instructional Staff REPORTS TO: Assistant Principal Communicate with the campus Principal and Assistant Principal as well as the Coordinator of Student Services regarding campus related student issues. LICENSES/CERTIFICATIONS: 1. Master's degree

2. Education Specialist I or II Certification with a major concentration in Secondary Guidance and Counseling. QUALIFICATIONS: 1. Experience counseling in a school setting preferred.
3. Effective communication and interpersonal skills required.
4. Knowledge of career and technical education preferred.
5. An exemplary attendance record is required.
6. Must possess a valid Pennsylvania driver's license and a satisfactory driving record. POSITION GOAL: Provide career guidance and counseling services to students enrolled at BCTC; provide career information and assist with recruitment, application and enrollment activities, and events; serve as NOCTI Site Coordinator; work to ensure the success of all students. PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES: The essential functions of this position include, but are not limited to, the following fundamental duties:
7. Prov ide career counseling guidance and counseling services to all students at BCTC assigned campus.
8. Communicate effectively with participating district guidance counselors and coordinate efforts to deliver comprehensive guidance services.
9. Encourage all students to achieve their fullest potential; set high expectations for students to reach academic proficiency and occupational competence.
10. Promote a safe and healthy school culture where all students are valued regardless of their differences and each student experiences a sense of belonging; develop and implement programs and initiatives to support a positive school environment (e.g., Bully Prevention Program).
11. Support the student recruitment process including all tours and presentations, College/Career & Parent Conference Nights, Open House, New Student/Parent Orientation, Senior Awards and Recognition, and the distribution of applications and recruitment deliverables to assigned districts; participate in county-wide counselor meetings.
12. Conduct annual senior placement survey and articulate the Pennsylvania Department of Education process for obtaining the process of graduate follow-up survey.
13. Maintain a database of senior career plans and promote the achievement of students as successful role models.
14. Respond to all campus alumni information and record requests. NV-400 2 8/28/2020
15. Encourage and support student participation in programs non-traditional to their gender; encourage students to continue their education at the postsecondary level; particularly in BCTC apprenticeship programs.
16. Maintain accurate and up-to-date student data and records using the established student accounting software system; maintain and store student records electronically as required by law and JOC policy to ensure confidentiality of records.
17. Facilitate schedule changes for assigned students once the school year begins in coordination with the Counselor - Manager of Enrollment.
18. Administer various testing programs to students and interpret results to students, parents and staff.
19. Promote and facilitate the use of existing articulation and dual enrollment agreements informing all students, parents, BCTC staff and district counselors/staff of their value; assist students in pursuing and earning advanced credits under these existing agreements.
20. Facilitate the student grading process to ensure compliance with school policy and procedure. This includes: coordination of grade reporting procedures, sending grade reports to districts, mid-quarter reports, grade changes and failing grade reports, etc.
21. Assist teachers with student conflict resolution; provide individual and group counseling to encourage personal responsibility and self-discipline.
22. Make student referrals to appropriate agencies when necessary.
23. Coordinate and schedule the career pathway experiences for 9th grade early admissions students consistent with established procedures; meet with students and teachers to ensure effective communication among teachers and success for all students.
24. Represent BCTC at student IEP meetings for all 9th grade Early Admissions Program students as they transition to 10th grade; attend other IEP meetings as assigned. R. Administer the annual Student School Climate Survey in cooperation with the Assistant Principals.
25. Prepare for and participate in regularly scheduled Student Services meeting and other meetings as required.
26. Advocate for the success of all assigned BCTC students ensuring compliance with all federal and state laws/regulations and BCTC policy/procedures; maintain ongoing communication with and actively support the student services team and the goals and objectives of BCTC.
27. Maintain a current Student Services Career/Resource Library.
28. Collect and compile data and complete reports as required; assist with updating all control documents.
29. Support the continuous improvement process as necessary.
30. Other related duties or tasks may be assigned on an as need basis by the Assistant Principal and/or designee. POSITION SPECIFICATIONS: See attachment. TERM OF EMPLOYMENT: Full-time position, schedule congruent with school year calendar; additional days beyond the contracted year may be required based on the approval of the JOC. EVALUATION: Performance in this position will be evaluated in accordance with provisions of the Board's Policy on Evaluation of Personnel. NV-400 3 8/28/2020 CON TACT TO APPLY: DEADLINE TO APPLY: Human Resources Department In-house calls dial extension 2312/2318 or external calls 610-743-7645. Berks Career & Technology Center 1057 County Welfare Road Leesport, PA 19533 on or before Thursday, September 10, 2026. The po sition holder must be able to perform the essential job functions with or without reasonable accommodation. It is the responsibility of the employee to inform the Berks Career and Technology Center Business Office of any and all reasonable accommodations that will be required. BCTC IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYMENT, EDUCATIONAL AND SERVICE ORGANIZATION. Berks Career & Technology Center ADA POSITION SPECIFICATIONS (Addendum to the Position Description and Notice of Vacancy) CLASS TITLEC Long-Term Sub Campus Counselor DEPARTMENT Student Services The position description or notice of vacancy should include the position purpose and responsibilities statement to include the position's intent. SKILLS REQUIRED: NUMBER SKILLS (Check one) WRITING SKILLS (Check one) SENSORY SKILLS (Check all that apply) No number skills required No writing skills required Visual C ounting skills Limited (write and take simple notes) Hearing Basic math skills (+, -, x, /) Extensive (prepare and organize Speaking Advanced math skills (fractions, complete document) Other communication skills acceptable %, formulas, equations) VERBAL COMMUNICATIONS SKILLS (Check one) READING SKILLS (Check one) No verbal communication required KEYBOARD SKILLS (Check one) No reading skills required Limited (give and take directions) No Keyboard skills required Recognition of letters/words Extensive (provide information and Keyboard skills required Understanding of written directions assistance regularly) Other communication skills acceptable OVERALL AMOUNT OF TIME THE EMPLOYEE SPENDS: Standing 65 % Working indoors 100 % Alone 5 % Walking 25 % Working outdoors 0 % In Groups 95 % Sitting 10 % Must total 100% 100 % Must total 100% 100 % Must total 100% 100 % Specify approximate number of people: 10-30 ESSENTIAL RANGE OF MOTION: (Place checkmark in the box that best represents the frequency of each required physical activity) ACTIVITY Never Occasionally Frequently Continuously MOVEMENT Never Occasionally Frequently Continuously Climb Ladder Lift Carry Lift Carry Lift Carry Lift Carry Climb Stairs 0 - 10 lbs. Crawl 11 - 25 lbs. Kneel 26 - 50 lbs. Lift Over 50 lbs. Mop/sweep Push Pull Push Pull Push Pull Push Pull Reach above shoulder 0 - 10 lbs. Reach at shoulder 11 - 25 lbs. Reach below shoulder 26 - 50 lbs. Work above ground Over 50 lbs. Work underground HAND/FOOT COORDINATION Never Occasionally Frequently Continuously Ride Left Right Left Right Left Right Left Right Shovel Fine Manipulation Sit Gross Manipulation Squat Simple Grasping Stoop/Bend Power Grasping Stretch Hand/Wrist Twisting Twist Foot Use Walk Stand Exposure to dust, gas, or fumes…………………………. YES NO Other If yes, description of exposure: Check if typical office conditions. WORKING CONDITIONS: (Describe the physical environment of the position, e.g., range of temperature at work site; dry/wet conditions; noise levels; presence of dusts, odors, gases and/or fumes; lighting levels; ventilation; cramped spaces, etc.) Well lighted, newly renovated. LIST VEHICLES OR MOTORIZED EQUIPMENT AND MACHINES, TOOLS, OFFICE EQUIPMENT, MATERIALS, AND OTHER SPECIAL EQUIPMENT USED IN THE PERFORMANCE OF THE POSITION: PC, overhead projector