Counselor @ Garden Heights Elementary
Counselor @ Garden Heights Elementary
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POSITION OVERVIEW
The Elementary School Counselor serves a vital role in supporting the academic socialemotional and behavioral development of students within the elementary school community. Working in partnership with educators families and outside agencies the counselor provides comprehensive school counseling services that foster a safe inclusive and supportive learning environment.
This position is responsible for delivering developmentally appropriate guidance lessons facilitating individual and group counseling and supporting students as they navigate personal challenges and transitions. The counselor contributes to the overall wellbeing of the school by promoting student resilience advocating for equitable access to learning and helping to maintain a positive school climate. As a key member of the educational team the Elementary School Counselor collaborates in datainformed decisionmaking intervention planning and the implementation of multitiered systems of support across the district.
QUALIFICATIONS
- Valid Washington State ESA (Educational Staff Associate) certificate with endorsement as a School Counselor or School Social Worker.
- Demonstrated ability to connect with and support elementaryaged students.
- Strong interpersonal and relationshipbuilding skills with students families and staff.
- Excellent verbal and written communication and active listening skills.
- Deep understanding of child development traumainformed practices behavioral interventions and schoolbased counseling strategies.
- Demonstrated ability to manage sensitive situations and confidential information with discretion and professionalism.
- Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage a dynamic caseload and keep accurate timely documentation.
- Experience working with diverse populations and fostering an inclusive environment.
- Valid Washington State drivers license or demonstrated mobility to meet job requirements.
- Availability to work a flexible schedule to meet student and school needs.
- Bilingual preferred.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS
- Provide direct counseling services to students individually in small groups and in classroom settings.
- Support the socialemotional and behavioral development of students through proactive guidance lessons and responsive interventions.
- Deliver lessons that promote emotional intelligence coping skills social norms cultural competency antibullying strategies and conflict resolution.
- Participate actively in schoolwide intervention and support teams to provide a coordinated approach to student wellness.
- Offer consultation and training for staff and parents on child development behavioral management instructional strategies and intervention supports.
- Collaborate in the development implementation and monitoring of 504 Plans and assist with special education evaluations and IEP team participation when appropriate.
- Provide immediate crisis response and intervention for students experiencing emotional behavioral or psychological distress.
- Conduct assessments and gather data to support student success and guide decisionmaking.
- Act as a liaison with external agencies and service providers to ensure wraparound support for students and families.
- Conduct home visits as necessary to engage families and understand student needs in context.
- Maintain accurate records and documentation in accordance with school district and legal requirements.
- Participate in professional development to maintain current knowledge and enhance skills relevant to school counseling and student support services.
- Utilize technology and digital tools to support communication data tracking and service delivery.
- Maintain a high standard of attendance and punctuality.
- Support a positive school climate through participation in schoolwide initiatives events and committees.
- Perform other related duties as assigned by the building administrator or designee.
The Moses Lake School District #161 does not discriminate in any programs or activities on the basis of sex race creed religion color national origin age honorably discharged veteran or military status sexual orientation gender expression or identity disability or the use of a trained dog guide or service animal and provides equal access to the Boys Scouts and other designated youth groups. Inquiries regarding compliance and/or grievance procedures may be directed to the school districts Title IX Civil Rights Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity officer Michelle Musso 1620 S Pioneer Way Moses Lake WA 98837 (509); OR Section 504/ADA Coordinator Samantha Burgess 1620 S Pioneer Way Moses Lake WA 98837
Employment Type
Full-Time
