High School Counselor - 0.5 FTE

Helena Public Schools•Helena, MT

19h•Onsite

About The Position

At Helena Public Schools, our vision is to foster dynamic educational experiences that prepare all students for life. As a High School Counselor, you will work as part of a team that serves nearly 8,000 students at 18 campuses across Helena. These positions serve a 187-day contract scheduled for 7 hours a day. The starting salary range is $52,275-$70,833 based on education and experience, in addition to a competitive benefit plan.

Requirements

Class six (6) Montana Specialist Certificate with a school counselor endorsement
At least a year of successful experience in high school counseling
While performing the duties of this job, the employee will meet multiple demands from several people and interact with the public and other staff.

Nice To Haves

Multiple endorsement areas

Responsibilities

Plans, organizes and delivers the district counseling program
Implements the district guidance curriculum through the use of effective instructional skills and careful planning of structured group sessions for all students
Implements the individual planning component by guiding individuals and groups of students and their parents or guardians through the development of educational and career plans
Provides responsive services through their effective use of individual and small-group counseling, consultation and referral skills
Provides system support through effective school counseling program management and support for other educational programs
Discusses the counseling department management system and the program action plans with the school administrator
Collects and analyzes data to guide program direction and emphasis
Monitors the students on a regular basis as they progress in school
Uses time and calendars to implement an efficient program
Develops a results evaluation for the program
Conducts a yearly program audit
Is a student advocate, leader, collaborator and systems change agent