SY26-27 Anticipated School Counseling Office Asst

Chicago Public SchoolsChicago, IL
Onsite

About The Position

Under the supervision of a school counselor, works with students to provide information concerning careers, continuing education, and postsecondary education financial aid; and performs related duties as required.

Requirements

  • Graduation from high school (or G.E.D. equivalent).
  • Basic knowledge of the principles and practices of guidance counseling.
  • Knowledge of occupational and educational guidance resources.
  • General knowledge of Chicago Public Schools rules and regulations.
  • Ability to work with and for school-aged children and school personnel.
  • Ability to follow written and verbal instructions.
  • Ability to establish and maintain routine records and reports.
  • Good oral and written communication skills.
  • Skill in the application of basic guidance counseling techniques.
  • Skill in the operation of basic office equipment.
  • Skill in demonstrating sensitivity to the career and educational goals of students.

Nice To Haves

  • Previous office and clerical experience in a counseling or school related setting is highly desirable.

Responsibilities

  • Disseminates information to students, including pamphlets, books, and audio-visual aids for the purpose of stimulating interest and discussion concerning careers, vocations, and continuing education.
  • Provides assistance to students in locating specific information and literature regarding careers, occupational training programs, colleges, universities, and trade schools.
  • Assists students in the completion of various applications and educational financial aid forms.
  • Assists students in completing individualized tasks assigned by a school counselor.
  • Assists school counselors in establishing and maintaining student records.
  • Compiles, records, and updates routine reports as necessary.
  • Locates and acquires career and postsecondary education materials and assembles information packets for teachers for classroom use.
  • Maintains inventories of books and pamphlets and replenishes materials as necessary.
  • Responds to telephone inquiries concerning general guidance counseling activities.

Benefits

  • Medical Plan Options
  • Pharmacy
  • Dental
  • Vision
  • Behavioral Health & EAP
  • Employee Wellness Program
  • Basic Life Insurance
  • Life and Disability Insurance
  • Pension Plans
  • Supplemental Retirement Plans (403(b) and 457(b))
  • Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)
  • Spot Pet Insurance
  • Paid Leave
  • Sick Leave
  • Vacation Days
  • Parental Leaves
  • Short-Term Disability
  • Religious Holidays
  • Leaves
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