Counselor

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES:

• Counsel individual students and small groups presenting needs and concerns within the general education and special education environment.
• Provide crisis intervention services.
• Consultations with parents, teachers, administrators, and other relevant people relating to implementation of intervention strategies and techniques to assist with the identified needs of students within the educational setting.
• Conduct mental and behavioral health assessments, develop evaluations, interpret results appropriately, and effectively communicate to school personnel, students, and their parents.
• Compile, maintain, and file all required physical and computerized reports, records, and other documents.
• Comply with policies, routines, and regulations established by each campus, school district, federal and state law, State Board of Education rules in guidance and counseling, and professional licensure.
• Maintain a positive and effective relationship with supervisors, colleagues, parents, and students.
• Adhere to ethical and legal standards.
• Maintain appropriate confidentiality and professionalism.

SPECIAL KNOWLEGDGE/SKILLS/ABILITIES:

Education/Certification:

• Master's Degree in Counseling or Social Work from an accredited college or university
• Valid Texas Professional Licensure in at least one of the following:

• Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC)
• LPC Associate (LPC-A)
• Licensed Social Worker (LMSW, LCSW)
• Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT)

Experience/Special Knowledge/Skills:

• Two (2) years’ experience in providing responsive counseling services to children or adolescents.
• Able to work with frequent interruptions; maintain emotional control under stress work; prolonged or irregular hours; and flexibility with schedule.
• Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Competency in Microsoft Office applications, video conferencing, ability to learn and use additional computer software as necessary, and able to use basic office equipment.
• Skills in communicating effectively with parents, students, staff, and community.
• Knowledge of law as it pertains to mental health in the school setting.