Counselor Intern

Ferris Independent School District (TX) • Ferris, TX

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About The Position

The position involves working with school faculty and staff, students, parents, and the community to plan, implement, and evaluate a comprehensive developmental guidance and counseling program at the assigned school. The counselor will focus on helping students develop their academic, career, personal, and social abilities, particularly addressing the needs of special populations students.

Requirements

• Master's degree in counseling or related field.
• Valid Texas school counselor certification.
• Experience in counseling or guidance programs.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality.

Nice To Haves

• Experience working with special populations students.
• Familiarity with state and federal education laws.
• Skills in program evaluation and development.

Responsibilities

• Teach campus developmental guidance curriculum consistent with district's guidance program plan and tailored to campus needs.
• Assist teachers in the teaching of guidance-related curriculum.
• Guide individuals and groups of students to develop education plans and career awareness.
• Counsel individual students and small groups with presenting needs and concerns.
• Consult parents, teachers, administrators, and other relevant people to enhance their work with students.
• Work with school and community personnel to bring together resources for students.
• Maintain a communication system that effectively collects and disseminates information to other professionals as appropriate.
• Develop and maintain positive working relationships with other school professionals and representatives of community resources.
• Use an effective referral process to assist students and others to use special programs and services.
• Participate in planning and evaluation of campus standardized testing program.
• Interpret tests and other appraisal results appropriately and communicate to school personnel, students, and their parents.
• Maintain the confidentiality of student assessment.
• Plan school guidance and counseling programs to ensure that they meet identified needs, priorities, and program objectives.
• Implement a comprehensive and balanced program.
• Develop and coordinate a continuing evaluation of the guidance program and individual activities and make changes based on findings.
• Educate the school staff, parents, and community about the guidance program through a public information program.
• Compile, maintain, and file all required physical and computerized reports, records, and other documents.
• Comply with policies established by federal and state law, State Board of Education rule, and board policy in guidance and counseling area.
• Comply with all district and campus routines and regulations.
• Maintain a positive and effective relationship with supervisors.
• Communicate effectively with colleagues, students, and parents.
• Adhere to ethical and legal standards and model behavior that is professional and responsible.
• Participate in professional development to improve skills related to job assignment.

Benefits

• Professional development opportunities.
• Supportive work environment.
• Collaboration with school and community resources.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Executive, Legislative, and Other General Government Support
• Education Level: Master's degree