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Title:	School Based Counselor (part-time)
Status:	Non-Exempt
Purpose:	Provides specialized counseling, psychotherapy, consultation and evaluation services to children and adolescents in a school based setting.
Qualifications:	Master’s degree in social work, psychology, counseling or related field from accredited college. Prior experience in related mental health field preferred. Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Knowledge of group work methods.
Reportability:	The School Based Counselor reports to and is directly accountable to the School Based Youth Services Coordinator.
Scope:	The School Based Counselor has impact on students, families, school personnel, and community agencies.
Skills:	Considerable knowledge of the principles and practices of mental health services, including knowledge of the theories, methods and procedures of diagnosis and psychotherapy. Ability to demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to provide services appropriate to the age and diagnosis of clients served. Knowledge of group work methods. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Ability to work cooperatively with staff and other service providers and interface effectively, sensitively with clients/families. Highly professional presentation and manner. Ability to maintain composure under stress. A valid drivers license and auto liability insurance at the organization standard established for this position.
Relationships:	The School based Youth Services Counselor relates to the Mental Health Center Director, school staff and administrators, students and their families and community service providers.
Principle Responsibilities:
Principle Responsibilities: 1. Counseling Services a. Gather information by conducting interviews with referred students and their support network to evaluate referred students’ mental health status and counseling needs. b. Conducts individual and group counseling to assist referred students in identifying ways to more effectively manage stressful situations and their mental health needs. c. Establishes, reviews and evaluates various treatment goals and methods in order to develop an individualized treatment plan. d. Refers students and their families to various community services providers, as appropriate. e. Assists school personnel to identify variables which negatively affect a student school performance recommending strategies which best support the student. This may be accomplished by using various strategies which include: observing classroom and teacher interactions; participating in problem solving opportunities; and attending staffings and case facilitations. f. When possible, presents for emergencies or assists school personnel to de-escalate crisis situations. 2. Collaboration and Program Planning a. Coordinates treatment approaches by facilitating communication between the schools and service providers who work with referred students outside the school setting. b. Works with the families of referred students to assist them in understanding and responding more effectively to the student’s needs. c. Develops and maintains collaborative and positive relationships with the schools served, other service providers, and the community at large. d. Participates with schools and allied groups to plan coordinated services for area youth. e. Participates in the development of SBYS programs and services. f. Attends school based staff meetings, case reviews and inservices as appropriate. 3. Record Keeping and Documentation a. Prepares case notes and necessary SBYS documentation, reports, and records. b. Ensures the timely and accurate recording of all client information and grant requirements. c. Maintains established organization/department policies, procedures, directives, confidentiality, quality, safety and infection control standards appropriate to position. 4. Education and Ethics a. Provides educational services to schools and community agencies as needed or as required by funding requirements and as approved by Administrative staff. b. Participates in approved community service committees and functions as appropriate. c. Maintains professional growth through seminars, workshops and professional affiliations, as well as maintaining ethical and professional standards. 5. Other duties as assigned.
Physical Requirements:
This position requires approximately 35% of time standing, walking/moving throughout various facilities, bending, lifting (approx. 15 lbs). Drives to/from facilities. This job description should not be construed to imply these requirements are the only duties, responsibilities, and qualifications for this job. Incumbents may be required to follow any additional related instruction, acquire related job skills, and perform other related work as required. This job description may be updated or revised at any time.

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