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Counselor - High School

  • Full-Time
  • Gresham, OR
  • Gresham Barlow School District
  • Posted 2 years ago – Accepting applications
Job Description
  • JobID: 1022

    • Position Type:
    Certified/Licensed
    Date Posted:
    11/17/2021
    Location:
    Sam Barlow High School
    Date Available:
    11/22/2021
    Posting Date: November 17, 2021
    Start Date: 2021-2022 School Year, Approximately 11/22/2021
    School Counselor - High School
    Barlow HighSchool
    Temporary Contract for 2021-2022 only
    1.0 FTE
    Applicant Deadline: Until Filled. Apply through gbsdjobs.com
    Qualifications: State of Oregon Teaching License with School Counselor PK-12 endorsement, and current First Aid Card.
    Gresham-Barlow School District is complying with Governor Brown's Executive Order requiring all staff to show proof of vaccination against COVID-19 no later than October 18, 2021, unless there is an approved medical or religious exception.

    JOB TITLE: School Counselor
    Job Summary: The job of school counselor is done for the purpose of coordinating a comprehensive counseling program for all students in the district based on the Oregon Framework for School Counseling Programs and its components (Guidance Curriculum, Individual Planning, Responsive Services, System Support, and Student Advocacy), and to provide services to all students in the academic, career, community involvement, and personal/social domains in concert with school staff, parents, the community, and the students themselves.
    Essential Job Functions:
      The school counselor implements the Guidance Curriculum Component through the use of instructional skills and the careful planning of structured group sessions for all students
        The school counselor facilitates the instruction of guidance lessonsThe school counselor encourages staff involvement to ensure the implementation of guidance curriculum, providing resources and in-service trainings as needed
      The school counselor implements the Individual Planning Component by guiding individuals and groups of students and their parents through the development of plans that lead to educational and career success
        The school counselor, in collaboration with parents and staff, helps students plan toward success through goal-setting and organizational skillsThe school counselor provides accurate and appropriate interpretation of assessment data and the presentation of relevant, unbiased information
      The school counselor implements the Responsive Services Component through the use of individual and small group counseling, consultation, and referral
        The school counselor provides counseling for individuals and small groups of students with identified needs/concernsThe school counselor consults with parents, teachers, administrators and other relevant individuals to meet student needsThe school counselor assists with referrals in collaboration with parents, administrators, teachers, and other school personnel
      The school counselor implements the System Support Component through counseling program management and support for other educational programs
        The school counselor administers and evaluates a comprehensive and balanced counseling program in collaboration with school staffThe school counselor provides support for other school programs and carries out “fair share responsibilities” as appropriate
      The school counselor implements the student advocacy component to achieve student success
        The school counselor works proactively to remove personal and social barriers to learningThe school counselor empowers students to be advocates for themselves and others
      The school counselor fulfills professional responsibilitiesThe school counselor uses communication and positive interaction with the entire school communityThe school counselor is committed to ongoing growthThe school counselor possesses professional and responsible work habitsThe school counselor follows the profession’s ethical and legal standards and guidelines, as well as promotes cultural diversity and inclusivity in school policy and interpersonal relationships

    Essential Job Requirement – Qualifications:
      Skills, Knowledge and/or Abilities Required:
        Skills to communicate effectively, problem solveKnowledge of curriculum, education code, district policies, problem solving methodologyAbilities to sit for prolonged periods, maintain and verify completeness of records, meet schedules and deadlines, communicate with persons of varied cultural and educational backgrounds, communicate in oral and written form. Significant physical abilities include reaching/handling/fingering, talking/hearing conversations, near visual activity/visual accommodation.
      Licenses, Certifications, Bonding, and/or Testing Required:State of Oregon School Counselor License, and current First Aid Card.


    Applicants with culturally diverse backgrounds are strongly encouraged to apply.

    Gresham-Barlow School District recognizes the diversity and worth of all individuals and groups. It is the policy of this district and the board of education that there will be no discrimination or harassment of individuals or groups in any educational programs, activities or employment. Gresham-Barlow provides equal access to individuals with disabilities.

    AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

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