SummaryUtilizing innovation, guidance, advisement, counseling, student support, and collaboration, School Counselors ensure student success by implementing a comprehensive ASCA aligned school counseling program that addresses the academic, career and personal/social development for all students.Essential DutiesDevelops, submits ASCA aligned annual comprehensive school counseling plan – 80% of time providing direct services to students and approximately 20% of time in program management, system support, and accountabilityDevelops and maintains annual and monthly plans that detail activities and programs for studentsConsistently communicates comprehensive school counseling plans and supports to parents and stakeholdersDevelops and communicates appropriate college, career, social/emotional support resources to studentsAccesses and utilizes all available data to develop counseling supports to meet students' needs and to access counseling plan effectivenessExpend a minimum of 80% of counselor time providing support and guidance directly to students and ensure all students on caseload can access their counselor in a timely mannerProvides schoolwide proactive and preventative services to all students in the areas of academic, social‑emotional, and college/career developmentProvides classroom guidance and instruction to all students on post‑secondary options and plans, social‑emotional topics, study, organizational, and time management skills and other life skillsEnsure that students' academic courses and 4‑year plan aligns with their personal interests and career/college aspirationsIdentify off‑track and at‑risk students and provide targeted counseling supports to achieve on‑time student graduationFacilitate consistent access to college and career resources such as college fairs, college representatives, scholarships, military, financial aid (FAFSA), and college admissionsConducts individual and small group counseling, advisement, and provides specialized interventions for studentUses student data to design school counseling supports specifically for student sub‑groupsProvides crisis intervention and post‑vention support to students in crisis or emotional distressDevelop and implement prevention, education, and awareness activities based on unique needs of students (e.g. drug/alcohol, student safety, healthy relationships, coping skills, etc.)Attend student meetings to help interpret and understand student data, performance and plans of support for studentsCollaborates with other school and district staff to ensure students receive appropriate support to achieve on‑track graduationUtilizes all available technology resources to effectively implement a comprehensive school counseling programConducts an annual program evaluation that measures ASCA implementation alignment and program effectiveness, shares results with principal, district, and other relevant stakeholdersCompletes monthly logs to provide evidence of delivery of services per the ASCA modelProvides evidence of planned activities which indicate tasks related to role are completedAdheres to state and district guidance and provide evidence of complianceAdministers an annual student survey to assess student needs, student interests, and feedback on school‑based counseling programs and report results to Principal and District StaffAccurately reviews and maintains student records and student transcripts related to counseling and advisementParticipates in continuous professional development activities to improve knowledge and skillsPromotes positive relationships with students, parents, school staff, and communityEducationMaster's Degree in School Counseling.Certification / LicensureMust hold or be eligible for S‑5 certification in school counseling; S‑6 or S‑7 preferred.Experience / QualificationsTwo (2) years of experience in counseling students as individuals and in groups and experience interpreting standardized testing results preferred.Knowledge, Skills, and AbilitiesAbility to plan, implement, and evaluate a guidance and counseling program based on student needsProven skill and knowledge in ASCA model of counseling and counseling/advising individuals and groupsKnowledge of college/career entrance requirements and ability to communicate accurate information for college/career guidanceAbility to consult with teachers, staff, and parents regarding the needs of studentsKnowledge of available school, system and community resourcesAwareness of cultural diversity and its implications for school counselingMust be able to successfully manage multiple tasks, projects and responsibilitiesAbility to apply critical thinking skills in rendering solutions to various issuesAbility to work collaboratively and cooperatively as a member of a team and in a professional mannerKnowledge of current career and college entrance requirementsExcellent communication skills both written and verbalWorking ConditionsNormal office environmentPhysical DemandsRoutine physical activity associated with normal office environmentEqual Employment Opportunity StatementIt is the policy of the Fulton County School System not to discriminate on the basis of race, color, sex, religion, national origin, age, or disability in any employment practice, educational program, or any other program, activity, or service. If you wish to make a complaint or request accommodation or modification due to discrimination in any program, activity, or service, contact Compliance Coordinator Gonzalo LaCava, 6201 Powers Ferry Rd, NW, Atlanta, Georgia 30339, or phone 470‑254‑4585.#J-18808-Ljbffr
