Counseling Technician at Highlands Community Charter School - Sacramento
About the Employer
Organization Description: Highlands Community Charter and Technical Schools (HCCTS) is a public charter organization headquartered in Sacramento, California, delivering no-cost adult education across the state. HCCTS offers high school diploma programs, English language instruction, and career technical education to adult learners aged 22 and up, equipping them with skills and confidence to pursue meaningful careers and build generational legacies. Our mission centers on social justice, self-sufficiency and generational change, and transformative partnerships that make education accessible to all. Founded in 2014, HCCTS has rapidly grown its reach and impact, offering both classroom-based and independent study models tailored for adult learners who seek a second chance at earning a diploma and reaching economic independence. We are looking to hire a diverse team of dynamic, collaborative, and dedicated individuals with a belief that every student at HCCTS will succeed. Join our team and champion equity, transparency, and excellence, and help us rise together.
Job Summary
Job Summary
Under the administrative supervision of the Lead Counselor, provides data entry, record keeping, and other clerical support for school counseling departments. This position assumes the clerical and data entry functions often performed by site guidance counselors to assist student placement into the master schedule for courses approved by the counselor. Direct and frequent contact with students, staff, and parents is required. This position also performs other counseling related clerical functions. (Please read the job description before applying for this position.)
Requirements / Qualifications
The position requires the following items to be attached to the application, or the application will not be considered: 1. Resume 2. Letter of Reference (optional) 3. Proof of Highest level of Education . A high school diploma is required. . A minimum of three years of increasingly responsible experience in a clerical support role. . Prior experience working in a counseling department or school setting is preferred. Requires knowledge of: . Basic methods and principles of secondary school operation and organization. . Principles of record keeping and organization. . Standard office personal computer software. Requires the ability to: . Read and write at a level sufficient for the performance of assigned duties. . Understand and carry out oral and written directions. . Work independently with a minimum of supervision. . Intemperate directions and effectively adjust to new situations. . Prepare and compile accurate records. . Establish and maintain effective work relationships with those contacted in the performance of required duties.
Requirements / Qualifications
The position requires the following items to be attached to the application, or the application will not be considered: 1. Resume 2. Letter of Reference (optional) 3. Proof of Highest level of Education . A high school diploma is required. . A minimum of three years of increasingly responsible experience in a clerical support role. . Prior experience working in a counseling department or school setting is preferred. Requires knowledge of: . Basic methods and principles of secondary school operation and organization. . Principles of record keeping and organization. . Standard office personal computer software. Requires the ability to: . Read and write at a level sufficient for the performance of assigned duties. . Understand and carry out oral and written directions. . Work independently with a minimum of supervision. . Intemperate directions and effectively adjust to new situations. . Prepare and compile accurate records. . Establish and maintain effective work relationships with those contacted in the performance of required duties.
Comments and Other Information
Important Note:
An incomplete or unsigned application will not be considered.
Highlands Community Charter School is an equal opportunity employer and prohibits unlawful discrimination and/or harassment of district employees or job applicants based on any legally protected characteristics, actual or perceived, including, but not limited to, race, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, age, marital status, pregnancy, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, veteran status, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or gender expression
Highlands Community Charter and Technical Schools will consider qualified applicants with a criminal history pursuant to the California Fair Chance Act. You do not need to disclose your criminal history or participate in a background check until a conditional job offer is made to you. After making a conditional offer and running a background check, if Highlands Community Charter Technical Schools is concerned about a conviction that is directly related to the job, you will be given the chance to explain the circumstances surrounding the conviction, provide mitigating evidence, or challenge the accuracy of the background report. Find out more about the Fair Chance Act by visiting the Civil Right’s Department's Fair Chance Act webpage https://calcivilrights.ca.gov/fair-chance-act/.
Having trouble or need assistance with your application? Please go to www.edjoin.org and click on “Help Center” for information such as how to attach documents to your application, or how to update your profile. You may also contact the EDJOIN help desk by calling 888-900-8945 or by emailing edjoin_helpdesk@sbcss.k12.ca.us
REMEMBER! Attachments are NOT automatically added to your applications. Make sure you scan and attach all required documents before the job posting deadline. Highlands is not responsible for emails that may be delivered into an applicant’s junk/spam mailbox.
Comments and Other Information
Important Note:
An incomplete or unsigned application will not be considered.
Highlands Community Charter School is an equal opportunity employer and prohibits unlawful discrimination and/or harassment of district employees or job applicants based on any legally protected characteristics, actual or perceived, including, but not limited to, race, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, age, marital status, pregnancy, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, veteran status, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or gender expression
Highlands Community Charter and Technical Schools will consider qualified applicants with a criminal history pursuant to the California Fair Chance Act. You do not need to disclose your criminal history or participate in a background check until a conditional job offer is made to you. After making a conditional offer and running a background check, if Highlands Community Charter Technical Schools is concerned about a conviction that is directly related to the job, you will be given the chance to explain the circumstances surrounding the conviction, provide mitigating evidence, or challenge the accuracy of the background report. Find out more about the Fair Chance Act by visiting the Civil Right’s Department's Fair Chance Act webpage https://calcivilrights.ca.gov/fair-chance-act/.
Having trouble or need assistance with your application? Please go to www.edjoin.org and click on “Help Center” for information such as how to attach documents to your application, or how to update your profile. You may also contact the EDJOIN help desk by calling 888-900-8945 or by emailing edjoin_helpdesk@sbcss.k12.ca.us
REMEMBER! Attachments are NOT automatically added to your applications. Make sure you scan and attach all required documents before the job posting deadline. Highlands is not responsible for emails that may be delivered into an applicant’s junk/spam mailbox.
Application Deadline
6/7/2024 11:55 PM Pacific
Date Posted
4/24/2024
Contact
Number of Openings
1
Salary
Pay Range
$28.15 - $37.72 Per Hour
$28.15 - $37.72 Per Hour
Add'l Salary Info
7 Steps Salary schedule
Length of Work Year
261 days
Employment Type
Full Time