$64,290–$109,356 Per Year
Administrative Skills, Best Practices, Clinical Support, Communication Skills, Conflict Resolution, Crisis Intervention, Customer Support/Service, Faculty Administration, Healthcare Providers, Interpersonal Skills, Legal, Organizational Skills, Psychiatry and Mental Health, Training/Teaching
SCHOOL COUNSELOR
Qualifications:
- Holds or is eligible for a valid New Jersey Educational Services Certificate with School Counselor endorsement or a similar School Counselor Certificate.
- A Master's degree in School Counseling or related field from an accredited college or university
- A minimum of 3 successful years in School Counseling and/or Teaching is preferred.
- Must exhibit strong interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills with a demonstrated ability to work effectively with students, staff, and families.
Reports to: Supervisor of Clinical Support Services and Building Principal
Job Goal: To support the academic, socio-emotional, and behavioral development of all
students by providing a comprehensive school counseling program that
promotes student success and well-being.
Performance Responsibilities:
- Provide classroom, individual, and small group counseling lessons that address student academic, personal, and socio-emotional needs.
- Develop, implement, and evaluate a comprehensive school counseling program aligned with state and national standards.
- Appraise and assist students in developing academic, personal, and socio-emotional goals consistent with their identified values and belief systems.
- Collaborate with teachers, administrators, and families to support student academic and socio-emotional development and success.
- Facilitate conflict resolution, peer mediation, and crisis interventions as needed.
- Participate in the development and implementation of MTSS, Intervention and Referral Services (I&RS), Section 504 plans, HIB management, and Threat Assessment procedures
- Provide resources and referrals for students and families to both internal and external agencies and mental health providers.
- Support school wide Tier 1 initiatives related to socio-emotional learning (SEL), positive behavior supports (PBIS), school climate and culture, and student wellness
- Maintain accurate and confidential student records in accordance with ethical and legal guidelines
- Participate in Annual professional development opportunities and stay current with best practices in school counseling
Compensation: As per GTEA Contract
($64,290 - $109,356 per year). Final compensation will be based on experience and qualifications.)
Terms of Employment: 10 month year
Vacation: There is no vacation time allotted to this position
Evaluation: Performance of the job will be evaluated annually in accordance with provisions of Board Policy
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Gloucester Township Board of Education