What are the responsibilities and job description for the School Counselor position at Riverview Health?
Job Description
Job Requirements
At Riverview Health, we focus on improving the healthcare experience for those we serve, including our employees. Although Riverview Health is Noblesville’s largest employer and one of Hamilton County’s ten largest employers with a staff of more than 1,300, we provide a close-knit work environment where everyone feels like an invaluable member of the team. We do this by creating a culture that’s supportive, positive and empowering.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
- Level of Education
- Minimum: Master’s degree in psychology, social work, or related field.
- Level of Experience
- Minimum:3 or more years direct experience providing mental health intervention with children and adolescents.
- Preferred: Experience providing services and/or program development within a secondary or post-secondary school or academic environment.
POSITION SUMMARY
- Under the direction of Riverview Health Clinical Director of Behavioral Health the School Counselor provides direct observation, assessment, guidance and intervention for children and adolescents. The position also functions as a wellness liaison at University High School to coordinate, facilitate, and implement direct and indirect mental health support services promoting a school environment which holistically supports positive social and emotional well-being.
JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Develop and manage student wellness programs. Maintain and track wellness metrics. Provide reports as required.
- Provide short term counseling and conflict mediation to students and makes referral for outside intervention when appropriate.
- Assist with suicide and violence threat assessment and address risky behaviors.
- Other duties as assigned
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