Advocate Counselor

Purpose of position: The Advocate Counselor serves as the primary person in guiding students through the academic, social and personal expectations that are involved in achieving a High School diploma and establishing realistic post-secondary plans.  The Advocate Counselor serves as liaison to outside resources and partner to a Generalist teacher.

Responsibilities:

• Engage students’ families and assist with identified needs


• Provide student and family referrals to community resources


• Work in a collaborative team, including participation in staff meetings, retreats, staff development in order to support student progress


• Monitor and document student attendance and academic progress


• Conduct attendance outreach, including home visits


• Provide counseling, crisis intervention, conflict mediation and assistance as needed


• Plan and facilitate groups with students


• Partner with Generalist Teacher in the classroom in order to serve and support a class/caseload of twenty-five students


• Support the College and Career Coordinator and Internship Coordinator


• Develop and implement student enrichment activities and after-school electives


• Other duties as required

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in related field required.


• Two years working with at risk youth


• Group work experience preferred.


• School-based experience preferred

SCO is an Equal Opportunity Employer