High School Guidance Counselor

Indiana Public Schools • Hartford City, IN

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About The Position

The Guidance Counselor position at Blackford County Schools is responsible for providing a comprehensive competency-based counseling program focused on the learning, personal/social, and career/vocational needs of all students. The counselor will be evaluated by the Building Principal and Assistant Principal, and will supervise students. The position requires a commitment of 205 days of employment per year.

Requirements

• Valid Guidance Counseling License
• Strong organizational and leadership skills
• Knowledge of school law
• Excellent communication skills both oral and written
• Ability to use all applicable technology (Powerschool)

Responsibilities

• Make him/herself available to all students seeking guidance and counseling services.
• Advocate on behalf of the student and/or his/her family.
• Facilitate outreach efforts to provide services to students, parents/guardians, and staff.
• Connect students, parents/guardians, and staff with specialized referral agencies.
• Understand, evaluate, and interpret academic performance data.
• Implement individual and group counseling methods that are appropriate.
• Conduct career and educational planning activities.
• Participate in in-service activities promoted by the district.
• Submit required reports promptly and accurately.
• Schedule students in appropriate courses.
• Consult with students, parents, and staff to assist students with academic/career planning.
• Meet individually with every 9-12th grade student and develop a career plan.
• Assist students with scholarship, college entrance, and financial aid applications.
• Schedule and coordinate ISTEP assessments as well as the ACT, PSAT, SAT, ASVAB, etc.
• Compile and submit data for the Course Offering Report.
• Adhere to and support board policy, school guidelines, administrative rules, and directives.

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Outstanding benefits

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Industry: Executive, Legislative, and Other General Government Support
• Education Level: Master's degree
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees