School Guidance Counselor

Gila Crossing Community School•Laveen, AZ

7d•Onsite

About The Position

The Guidance Counselor supports the academic, social-emotional, behavioral, and personal development of students. The counselor provides individual and group counseling, crisis intervention, prevention education, behavioral support, and student advocacy. The position works collaboratively with students, families, teachers, administrators, and community partners to promote student success and maintain a safe, supportive school environment.

Requirements

Arizona Guidance Counselor Certification.
Master's degree in guidance and counseling, social work, or a related field.
First Aid/CPR Certified.
Valid Arizona Driver’s License.
Ability to successfully pass a pre-employment drug test and extensive background check.
Proficiency with standard office equipment and relevant computer applications.

Nice To Haves

Three years of teaching experience at the K–8 level.
Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) credential.
Experience working with children and families in a school or community-based setting.

Responsibilities

Provide individual and group counseling to support students’ academic, social-emotional, behavioral, and personal development.
Identify and respond to student needs, including crisis situations, and coordinate appropriate interventions and referrals.
Collaborate with students, families, teachers, administrators, and community partners to support student success.
Develop and implement Functional Behavioral Assessments (FBAs) and Behavior Intervention Plans (BIPs) as appropriate.
Provide prevention and educational programs addressing topics such as mental health, suicide prevention, and substance abuse.
Maintain accurate, confidential counseling records and documentation in accordance with school policies and applicable requirements.
Use student data, assessments, and other information to evaluate needs and inform interventions.
Participate in professional development, staff meetings, school activities, and program evaluations.
Participate in the school’s Multi-Tiered System of Supports (MTSS) process by identifying student needs, contributing to intervention planning, monitoring student progress, and collaborating with staff and families to adjust supports as needed.
Maintain professional knowledge of current counseling practices and research.
Perform other duties as assigned.