JOB DESCRIPTION

School Counselor

1.0 FTE
Part-Time would be considered for right candidate

Skills and Qualifications:

• Valid Washington State ESA Certificate with School Counselor endorsement.

• Master’s Degree from an accredited university, with major course work in Counseling, Psychology or other related field.

• Counseling experience preferred.
  
  
• Bilingual English/Spanish preferred.

Major Tasks and Responsibilities:

• Establish and maintain an effective guidance and counseling program which include social-emotional development, academics and career readiness.

• Assist each student with immediate problems and concerns to effect sound decision-making skills.

• Help with orientation of student involved in grade level changes, transfer, and entry within and outside the district.

• Function as an active member of the educational team (teachers, administrators and other specialists) as well as MTSS Committee.

• Makes referrals to community resources.
  
  
• Teach skills in the classroom, or other group settings, concerning coping, social norms, physical and emotional survival, mediation, multi-cultural awareness and problem solving.
  
  
• Administer, monitor, evaluate and record student progress using available student data.

• Work with teachers and principals to create a positive learning environment throughout the school.
  
  
• Maintain accurate, complete, and correct records as required by the administration and the law (including parent contact or team meetings).

• Evaluate and write Section 504 plans.
  
  
• Participate in specialized training at the directions of the district.
  
  
• Uphold Union Gap School Board Policies, follow administrative procedures, adhere to the Code of Professional Conduct, and enforce school rules.
  
  
• Performs such other duties as may be required of the position or assigned by the administration to fulfill the mission and role of the school in the community.

Certificates and Licenses:                                                    Salary Range:

Educational Staff Associates Certificate                                   See district website

School Counselor Endorsement        

Continuing Education / Training:                                       FLSA Status:

Maintains Certificates and/or Licenses                                      Exempt

Reports To:                                                    Clearances:

Building Principal                                              Criminal Justice Fingerprint/Background Clearance