POSITION QUALIFICATIONS:

o Master’s degree from an accredited college or university. o Valid Texas School Counselor Certificate or Mental Health Provider License (Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC), LPC-Associate (previous intern), LCSW, or LMFT)

o Master’s degree in Counseling (preferred) o Experience in a K-12 school setting (preferred) DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

o Understands and supports the mission, vision and values of Harmony Public Schools. o Assists in treatment planning for each child

o Conducts daily documentation o Improves children’s behavior through coping skills and other therapeutic interventions o Conducts group and 1 on 1 counseling sessions o Develops, implements, and evaluates a comprehensive counseling and guidance program.

o Counsels individuals and small groups of students with presenting needs/concerns. o Consults with parents, teachers, administrators, and other relevant individuals to enhance their work with students. o Uses an effective process for assisting students and others to use special programs and services.

o Presents the school comprehensive guidance curriculum (Social Emotional Learning (SEL), Character School, Restorative Practices, etc.).

o Assists teachers in the teaching of the school comprehensive guidance curriculum. o Works with students on an individual basis in the solution of personal problems related to home and family relationships, health and emotional adjustment.

o Confers with parents whenever necessary.

o Assists in the orientation of new faculty members on school wide behavior program. o Provides in-service training in guidance for teachers and student teachers.

o Performs other duties as assigned.

SKILLS AND ABILITIES: o Proficiency in the identification and treatment of mental disorders o Ability to think in terms of population management, addressing a large clientele in the most effective ways possible o Knowledge of evidence-based behavioral assessments and interventions relevant to medical conditions o Ability to make quick and accurate clinical assessments o Care-management skills and knowledge of local resources for outside referrals o Skill in targeted, brief psychotherapy and in running group sessions o Ability to communicate effectively in both written and oral forms with all levels of management, both internal and external to the district. o Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships both internal and external to the district. o Ability to use computer including software, database used by the district, spreadsheet and word processing software, calculator, copy machine and telephone. o Ability to analyze data o Ability to use effective interview techniques, effective public speaking skills, and problem-solving skills WORK ENVIRONMENT AND PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: o Light Work: may require occasional light lifting. o Nights and weekend activities will be occasionally required. o Position is in office setting and may involve prolonged work at a desk in one location. o Moderate travel is required.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $53,000.00 - $70,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Physical Setting:

• Charter school
• Public school

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Work Location: In person