Behavior Counselor
Behavior Counselor
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13-04-2025
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Job Title: Behavior CounselorDepartment: DepartmentReports to: This role is under the immediate supervision of the Building Principal with programmatic oversight by the Administrator in Charge of Learning Support ServicesLocation: The Emily G. Wetherbee SchoolJob Type: FullTimeWelcome to Lawrence Public SchoolsLawrence Public Schools is committed to ensuring that ALL students successfully master the content and skills necessary to graduate from high school college and/or career ready. We achieve this by providing a standardsbased rigorous instructional program focused on academic achievement and the development of 21stcentury skills accompanied by a comprehensive system of support. These efforts are monitored and assessed regularly to ensure accountability to all Summary:This position supports all students in attaining high levels of achievement social and emotional growth and workplace preparation via the provision of direct and indirect services. The ideal candidate possesses a belief that all students are capable of learning. Experience with supporting at risk students is Duties & Responsibilities: Assess referred students and provide recommendations for service(s). A written evaluation is required for Section 504 and Chapter 766 referrals. Provide direct service to students who have been identified either individually in small groups or through classroom interventions. Provide preventative services including classroom curriculum presentations guest speakers forums etc. Maintain ongoing case records for all students as assigned. Collaborate with parent and community agencies to obtain and provide necessary services for students in the most efficient and effective manner. Complete and submit required paperwork to comply with departmental and legal mandates. Disseminate and explain educational vocational and assessment information to students to assist them in the decisionmaking process relative to their future goals. Assist school personnel and parents in understanding student growth and development by providing and interpreting information (test scores projective date career information etc. which will enable them to develop realistic goals Provide crisis intervention services to students as necessary. Participate on the Teacher Network Team activities as assigned. Supporting atrisk students through a tier 3 intervention program. Providing SEL counseling skill building and consultation with staff. Supporting students behaviors schoolwide. Participating in the Warrior S.T.R.O.N.G. schoolwide positive behavior support protocols. Establishing and maintaining collaboration in the classroom with the classroom teacher. Supporting checkin and checkout sheets and various programs within the school. Attending IEP 504 student support and team meetings. Participating in curriculum night report card night(s) and building Skills & Abilities: Experience in collaborating with social service agencies. Strong facilitation and communication skills. Proficient in English. Bilingual Candidates Preferred. Experience with atrisk & Requirements: Masters Degree in Counseling Guidance Human Services School Psychology or Social Work. Massachusetts Certification as a School Counselor School Adjustment Counselor Guidance Counselor School Social Worker or School Psychologist. Minimum of two 2 years experience in the field of counseling education guidance or social work Experience working with school age children using a developmental model which includes delivering services in an individual small group and large group settingEqual Opportunity EmployerLawrence Public Schools is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering an inclusive environment for employees and applicants. We encourage individuals from diverse backgrounds to Range $56415$84063Compensation depending on Benefits under the Lawrence Public Schools StatementLawrence Public Schools is dedicated to maintaining a workplace and learning environment free from discrimination based on race color religion national origin pregnancy gender identity sexual orientation marital/civil union status ancestry place of birth age citizenship status veteran status political affiliation genetic information disability or any other basis prohibited by law. We prohibit retaliation against individuals who oppose discrimination or participate in offers of employment are contingent upon the successful completion of the required background check and availability of offers of employment are contingent upon the successful completion of the required background check and availability of funding.
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