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Job Description - Counselor - High School


DA VINCI SCHOOLS


School Counselor 



Under the direction of the Principal, the School Counselor provides a full range of school counseling services to students, including academic, college readiness and social-emotional supports, screening and assessment, individual and group counseling.  



ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO THE FOLLOWING:



  • Create and implement both academic and therapeutic interventions for the purposes of fostering better mental health and positive learning outcomes for all students;

  • Consult with school staff and parents regarding the behavioral, social, and emotional needs of students, and recommend appropriate support strategies;

  • Conduct in service training for staff around student support;

  • Collaborate with school on universal interventions for students such as peer mediation, conflict mediation, etc.;

  • Provide crisis counseling and referrals for students as needed;

  • Consistently and routinely update case files for students, both academic and social-emotional, utilizing school information systems such as Naviance and PowerSchool;

  • Attend and participate in school guidance meetings such as site attendance meetings, School Success Team meetings, 504 meetings, Positive Behavior Support Plan meetings, and IEPs;

  • Adheres to ethical standards of the counseling profession, and abides by the laws, policies, and procedures that govern the schools;

  • Participates in professional associations and upgrades professional knowledge and skills when needed;

  • Lead school-wide culture of college enrollment and preparation for college success;

  • Assist each student with the college application process tailored to their grade level;

  • Disseminate information about the college application process and financial aid to students and families;

  • Create a clearinghouse of scholarship opportunities and help students to receive aid;

  • Liaison with colleges and universities and facilitating meetings between college representatives and our students;

  • Manage student information throughout the college application process in Naviance software and other appropriate systems;

  • Maintain student records, including GPA's and transcripts;

  • Other duties as assigned.



QUALIFICATIONS:



  • Experienced with needs of high school age students and their families, with demonstrated experience and skill working with diverse communities and students of color;

  • Knowledge of effective counseling theory and practices;

  • Excellent organization, time management and follow-up skills; high sense of urgency; demonstrated ability to successfully handle multiple cases concurrently;

  • Interested in working with a wide range of constituents (colleagues, parents, students, board members, etc.);

  • Is excited to receive and contribute to a professional teaching culture by working with other Da Vinci students, parents, staff and stakeholders.

  • Minimum Educational Requirement: Pupil Personnel Services (PPS) Credential


***We prioritize assembling a staff that reflects our student diversity.  Spanish-speaking a plus.  EOE***

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