What are the responsibilities and job description for the School Adjustment Counselor position at Harris Brook-Gr.2-5?
POSITION:
School Adjustment Counselor gRADES 2-5
QUALIFICATIONS:
Masters in School Adjustment Counseling preferred
Certification as School Adjustment Counselor with the MA Department of Elementary and Secondary Education required
JOB GOAL:
Assists students through individual casework, community resources, consultation with other school staff members, continuous collaboration with teachers, administrators, and other non-instructional school staff members.
PERFORMANCE
RESPONSIBILITIES:
1.Runs counseling groups with students.
2.Interviews, confers or counsels students, parents, or teachers as a means of implementing an educational plan or improving
adjustment to school.
3.Recommends social agencies in the referral process preparing the student for services and coordinating the delivery of services.
4.Helps ease the transition of Special Needs students from grade to grade.
5.Communicates closely with administrators re: Special Needs students.
6.Other related duties as assigned by the Principal and/or Director of Special Education
REPORTS TO:
Principal
SALARY:
Per Unit A Teachers’ Contract
PAPER APPLICATIONS WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED
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