EHS Connections Program Crisis Counselor
EHS Connections Program Crisis Counselor
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Job Description
EHS Connections Program Crisis Counselor
DESCRIPTION:
To provide high-quality counseling services to students in an alternative program within Everett High School. To deliver differentiated therapy in small group and one-on-one settings to students due to the complexity of emotional and behavioral struggles.
REQUIREMENTS:
- Masters Degree in Counseling or Social Work
- Massachusetts Certification as a School Social Worker/Adjustment Counselor
PREFERRED REQUIREMENTS
- Minimum of 3 years of experience in the field of counseling education guidance or social work
- Experience working in an alternative education setting
- Experience working with adolescents using a developmental model which includes delivering services in individual small group and large group settings
- Experience in collaborating with social services agencies
- Strong facilitation and communication skills
- Solid understanding of mental health disabilities and understanding of behavioral intervention strategies
DUTIES:
- Assess/evaluate referred students and provide a written report with recommendations for social-emotional goals and accommodations.
- Plan appropriate Individualized Education Programs for students with disabilities
- Collaborate with all collaterals working with the student
- Monitor student progress and complete progress reports according to the students goals
- Attend IEP meetings.
- Teach and support social-emotional learning.
- Provide individual and group counseling.
- Promote problem solving restorative practices and conflict resolution.
- Reinforce positive coping skills and resilience.
- Promote positive peer relationships and social problem solving.
- Conduct risk assessments as needed to assist families with necessary intervention.
- Effectively communicate with parents/guardians of students.
- Help families understand their childs learning and mental health needs.
- Connect families with community service provided when necessary.
- Maintain regular communication with community resources to better provide wrap-around services.
- Attend evaluation team meetings annuals reconvenes manifestations and other student-centered meetings as needed.
- Enhance staff understanding and responsiveness to diverse cultures and backgrounds
- Collect and analyze data on risk and protective factors related to student outcomes
- Provide crisis prevention and intervention services.
- Participate in professional development opportunities to increase knowledge base and skillsas well as maintain licensure.
- Perform other related tasks and duties at the discretion of the administration.
SALARY/BENEFITS:
In accordance with the Everett Public Schools Teachers Association Contract.
The Everett Public Schools in accordance with its nondiscrimination policies does not discriminate in its programs facilities or employment or educational opportunities on the basis of race color age criminal record (inquiries only) disability homelessness sex/gender gender identity religion national origin ancestry sexual orientation genetics or military status and does not tolerate any form of retaliation or bias-based intimidation threat or harassment that demeans individuals dignity or interferes with their ability to learn or work.
Employment Type
Full-Time
