STRONGER CONNECTIONS COUNSELOR

STRONGER CONNECTIONS COUNSELOR

District

Perform counseling services to help students resolve personal, emotional, and social problems that
interfere with their adjustment to school and ability to enjoy the benefits of the educational process.
Provide coping strategies and proactively support students before, during, and after crisis situations.
Function as part of the student services team to formulate plans with the school, student, and parents.

Qualifications:
Education/Certification:
Bachelor's degree from accredited university
Valid Texas teaching certificate
Certified as a school counselor in the state of Texas, or a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC), or
licensed and a Bachelor's degree in social work, psychology, sociology or other related area
Special Knowledge/Skills:
Knowledge of individual and group counseling skills
Strong consultation skills for conferencing with teachers, parents, and students
Knowledge of prevention and intervention strategies, including behavior management interventions
Excellent organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills
Ability to instruct students and manage their behavior
Ability to present information in one-on-one, small group, and large group situations to students,
parents, and district staff
Knowledge of special needs of students in assigned area
Knowledge of behavior and social skill intervention techniques and methodology
Ability to develop and deliver training to adult learners
Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills
Training in crisis and trauma counseling
Experience:
Three (3) years of experience as a teacher or in a related field as referenced under qualifications
Experience working with children including implementing behavior management strategies.

Based on Professional Salary Schedule