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High School Counselor

Pasco County Schools
place Concordia, 64020
Job Description:Primiary Responsibilities:Student ServicesCareer Awareness & PreparationEssential Job Functions:
  • Student Services
  • Works to prevent students from dropping out of school.
  • Works with students on an as needed basis to help resolve issues related to school or school performance.
  • Confers with parents whenever necessary.
  • Provides “crisis Counseling” as needed
  • Serves as a resource to parents regarding agencies outside the district providing specialized services to students.
  • Registers new students to the school and helps orient them to school procedures and the schools’ varied opportunities for learning.
  • Maintains student records and protects their confidentiality.
  • Works with teachers and other staff members to familiarize them with the general range of services offered through the district’s K-12 guidance program to improve the educational prospects of individual students.
  • Provides input to administrators and faculty on matters dealing with overall student performance.
  • Coordinates students testing with the assessment coordinator
  • Implements the Missouri Comprehensive Guidance Curriculum
  • Conducts needs assessments as required
  • Participates in annual evaluation of the Guidance Program
  • Collaborates with school based therapist and outside agencies regarding student services
  • Career Awareness and Preparation
  • Aids students in course and subject selection to maximize career opportunities
  • Disseminates occupational information to students and to classes.
  • Supervises the preparation and processing of college, scholarship and employment applications (for graduating seniors?), as well as work permits for students under the age of 16.
  • Provides information to colleges and potential employers according to the provisions of the Board’s policy on student records.
  • Ensures students are on track to graduate
  • Compiles information relating to class rank and individual grade point average.
  • Coordinates dual credit enrollment
  • Supervises the work study program and student financial aid applications
  • Assists with graduation activities and awards ceremonies
  • Serves as the Credit Recovery and Launch Coordinator
  • Other duties/responsibilities as assigned
  • Complies with all board policies and regulations