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MONTEREY BAY CHARTER SCHOOL JOB DESCRIPTION SCHOOL COUNSELOR Job Title: School Counselor Reports to: Director of Education for General Education or Special Education Program Manager for IEP Students Evaluated by: Director of Education Terms of Employment: Subject to the letter of agreement Work Schedule: Full time, Exempt up to 187 days Compensation: Commensurate with education & experience in accordance with the MBCS Salary Schedule Primary Function: The School Counselor provides direct services and support to students ranging in age from kindergarten through middle school. The counselor is responsible for providing a variety of individual and group counseling to students aligned to restorative justice practices that support the mission and vision of the school. Essential Functions and Primary Responsibilities: Collaborates with the administration, specialists, staff and faculty members to effectively implement the Multi-Tiered System of Support program, social emotional, and restorative learning practices at the the school Ensure counseling programs meet school goals Provides individual and group counseling services and whole class social emotional lessons that emphasize improved educational performance and positive behavioral outcomes for students and classes Provides feedback and recommends appropriate action and solutions to individual student’s academic and educational needs and abilities Works with students in individual, group and classroom settings May participate as a member of multidisciplinary IEP/504/SST teams to develop plans collaboratively for students; including writing goals and objectives, reporting on present levels of performance and updating on goal progress Provide collaborative consultation and documentation of results including assisting staff & faculty with suggestions and implementation of MTSS, pre-referral intervention strategies, and providing recommendations and modifications to assist staff & faculty in working with students in the classroom setting Consult with parents, teachers, and other appropriate staff regarding the student‘s program and any adaptations/materials needed to facilitate improved performance in the classroom or at home Maintain appropriate data on students to document current levels of performance and other pertinent information Complete informal assessments to determine extent of progress and effectiveness of therapy Establish and monitor the necessary caseloads, procedures, and resources to manage mental health services for students/staff and work cooperatively to accomplish stated goals and outcomes Adhere to the ethical standards and codes of the profession and to the established rules, regulations, and laws governing general and special education programs. Participate in activities that promote professional development and use clinical/educational research to enhance therapy services and schoolwide MTSS services Supports and implements the LEA’s policies, regulations, procedures, and administrative directives Demonstrates ability to adjust to and use new approaches in the performance of duties Advises and counsels students regarding academic, educational, and short-term social or emotional problems Teaches guidance classes and provides guidance counseling to students through planned activities in small group or classroom settings to convey educational, social, and important school information, and offers workshops/seminars for parents Consults, facilitates, and maintains communication with parents, teachers, administrators, and pertinent agents on specific student and parent academic and educational matters including academic modifications and/or accommodations. Assists students/parents in understanding school policies and procedures Participates in the life of the school by regularly attending faculty meetings, events outside of school hours, performs collateral duties, work-study and in-service days during school holidays or weekends as required or assigned Other duties as assigned Professional Standards & Skills: Demonstrated interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills The ability to be creative, imaginative, patient, energetic, organized & resourceful Leadership and teamwork skills with a high level of dedication to work Commitment to the mission, vision, and values of Monterey Bay Charter School Maintains appropriate state required credentialing &/or licensing related to the position A clear & pleasant speaking voice that conveys confidence Positive conflict resolution skills and the ability to handle stress well Establish & maintain a positive rapport with children and families Seeks and takes advantage of opportunities for professional growth Maintains dress and appearance appropriate to a professional office setting Creates and maintains a data collection system that is organized and updated as appropriate Self starter with strong time management skills & the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines Other duties as assigned (THE LIST ABOVE IS NOT INTENDED TO BE AN EXHAUSTIVE LIST OF THE REQUIRED RESPONSIBILITIES, DUTIES AND SKILLS) Physical Demands: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. This position requires accurate hearing, near and far vision, depth perception, working with educational materials, technology, and providing information orally.The employee may occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Qualifications: Required: A MFT, LCSW or a CA PPS Credential. CPR certification within six months of employment Clear TB test results dated within 60 days of hire to be submitted within 10 days of hire required Preferred: Master’s degree Waldorf certification, education, training or experience with Waldorf pedagogical theory and practice Strong program management skills 2+ years of experience in a supervisory role Right to Revise: This job description is not meant to be all-inclusive and the School reserves the right to revise this job description as necessary without advance notice. The statements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees, and are not to be construed, as an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified. Furthermore, they do not establish a contract for employment and are subject to change at the discretion of the employer without notice. 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