ERMHS Counselor at Downtown College Prep (DCP)
About the Employer
Downtown College Prep (DCP) prepares first-generation students for college success. DCP was the first charter school in Silicon Valley and currently operates two high schools and two middle schools in San Jose, CA. DCP currently serves 1750 students in grades 5-12 and provides college coaching, mentoring, and college scholarships to over 400 alumni. Downtown College Prep was founded with the belief that all students, regardless of background and prior academic achievement, can and should be prepared for college success. Our vision is to ensure that more first-generation students have the vision, confidence, and academic skills to succeed in college and beyond, realizing their fullest potential and harnessing their power to become leaders in their field and community. Do you have a passion for social justice through educational attainment? Consider DCP's Operating Principles and join our team: STUDENTS FIRST - We believe in every student’s capacity to succeed and stay focused by asking “What’s best for kids?” PASSION - We take steps to see this work as more than a job by pushing ourselves to learn and improve. TRUST - We take risks to be vulnerable, authentic and empathetic while assuming best intentions. SERVICE - We support one another, maintain perspective through challenges and seek ways to be helpful. OPTIMISM - We show gratitude by celebrating the small and big wins, and maintaining a vision of success. HUMILITY - We choose to be self-aware and reflective so that all perspectives are valued without judgment.
Job Summary
Job Summary
The position of ERMHS Counselor is responsible for supporting the academic and socio-emotional needs of students with IEPs, using a strategic and systems-based process that reflects the specific counseling needs of students and the overall evolving needs of the academic environment.
Requirements / Qualifications
Requirements / Qualifications
Valid certification/licensure for ERMHS including at least one of the following: Educational Psychologist PPS, School Psychologist Licensed Psychologist Marriage Family Therapist (MFT) Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW)
- Certification
Valid certification/licensure for ERMHS including at least one of the following: Educational Psychologist PPS, School Psychologist Licensed Psychologist Marriage Family Therapist (MFT) Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW)
- Certification
Comments and Other Information
Minimum Bachelor’s degree from an accredited four-year college or university
At least two years of successful school counseling experience preferred
Experience working with students who have a background of limited resources
Excellent organization, time management and follow-up skills; high sense of urgency; demonstrated ability to successfully handle multiple projects concurrently; ability to work as a team and in stressful environments.
Knowledge of how to interact, develop interpersonal relationships and work collaboratively with persons from varying backgrounds and experiences.
Ability to collect, analyze and interpret data.
Comments and Other Information
Minimum Bachelor’s degree from an accredited four-year college or university
At least two years of successful school counseling experience preferred
Experience working with students who have a background of limited resources
Excellent organization, time management and follow-up skills; high sense of urgency; demonstrated ability to successfully handle multiple projects concurrently; ability to work as a team and in stressful environments.
Knowledge of how to interact, develop interpersonal relationships and work collaboratively with persons from varying backgrounds and experiences.
Ability to collect, analyze and interpret data.