Guidance Counselor

Description

Dayspring is committed to its policy of offering equal employment opportunities for all persons regardless of race, religion, color, gender, ethnicity, national origin, age, marital status, or disability and acknowledges veteran preference in employment.

We give equal employment and advancement opportunities to all people and make employment decisions based on each person’s performance, qualifications, and abilities. We will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with known disabilities unless making the reasonable accommodation would result in an undue hardship to Dayspring Academy.

OVERVIEW

This position is responsible for planning and implementing a comprehensive school counseling program that includes preventative and responsive services while fostering student academic, career, and social-emotional development.

Position: Exempt/Full Time Seasonal

Benefits: Eligible on the first of the month after 60 days of full time employment

RESPONSIBILITIES

The following statements of duties and responsibilities are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals assigned to this position. These statements are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities required of personnel within this position.

• Identify student needs and provide direct student services.
• Provide structured presentations to students and families concerning target areas of assessment that define individual strengths and provide resources to help develop academic and career success.
• Identify and monitor students’ educational, career, and post-secondary goals and customize programs to support those objectives.
• Plan, organize, and deliver the School Counseling Program as required by local, state and federal laws and procedures.
• Coordinate with families, teachers, administration, support staff, and community agencies to address the varied needs of students.
• Provide counseling services to individuals and small groups that relate to physical, emotional, and educational well-being.
• Use data to develop strategies to positively impact students.
• Prepare and maintain records and reports as required by policy and law.
• Maintain professional growth through school-based and other professional development programs.
• Use technology in classroom and/or parent presentations.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS

• Knowledge of personal-social, academic, and career theories and practices.
• Knowledge of federal and state laws related to student education.
• Ability to communicate effectively with all stakeholders in written and oral form, including electronic media.
• Ability to establish and maintain collaborative working relationships with all stakeholders.
• Ability to facilitate the problem-solving process including using data to inform stakeholders and bring groups to consensus in a variety of settings and situations.
• Ability to organize, prioritize, manage, and carry out responsibilities efficiently and within designated time frames.
• Operating knowledge of computer programs, including email, word processing, spreadsheets, and databases.

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE

• Master’s degree in School Counseling from an accredited institution.
• Valid Florida Educator’s Certificate in Guidance and Counseling PK-12.
• 2-3 years school counseling experience