Job Opening: Counselor
Location: Van Nuys, CA
Schedule: Full-Time, 40 hours
The Counselor will assist students to understand and develop their full potential and meet the demands of school expectations through a variety of counseling services, including acting as a liaison between students, parents, staff, and community agencies. Provides counseling sessions to individuals and groups in crisis situations, such as prevention and behavior intervention.
Duties:
1.Works with staff to develop a school climate program to include student recognition, encouragement, and positive behaviors.
2. Attends staff meetings, parent teacher conferences, Student Study Teams, 504, SST, Individualized Education Plan meetings as required.
3. Provides intervention counseling to students individually or in small groups regarding specific issues such as divorce, grief, bullying, suicide prevention, anger control, diversity, and friendship. • Maintains high campus visibility through staff and student contacts.
4. Consults with school and community professionals to coordinate counseling services and makes
appropriate referrals.
Requirements:
1. Pupil Personnel Services Credential
2.Experience working with elementary age students.
3.Must be able to pass a background check
Compensation: $60,000-$80,000 depending on experience