High School Guidance Counselor
About The Position
The School Counselor supports the academic, career, and social-emotional development of all students. The Counselor provides individual and group counseling, collaborates with teachers and parents, facilitates academic and career planning, manages student scheduling, and assists students in overcoming barriers to learning. The Counselor also maintains compliance with state and federal reporting requirements, including MOSIS and CORE data, and ensures alignment with the Missouri Comprehensive School Counseling Program (MSCP) and the Scott County R-IV Comprehensive School Improvement Plan (CSIP). To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills and abilities required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.
Requirements
- Master’s Degree in School Counseling or related field required.
- Valid Missouri School Counselor Certificate.
- Knowledge of counseling theories, techniques, and best practices.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
- Ability to develop rapport with students, families, and staff.
- Proficiency with student information systems and state reporting (MOSIS/CORE).
- Ability to organize and manage student scheduling processes.
Responsibilities
- Provide individual and group counseling services to address academic, career, and social-emotional needs.
- Implement the Missouri Comprehensive School Counseling Program (MSCP) aligned with state standards.
- Develop and manage student schedules, including course selection, enrollment, and class assignments.
- Ensure compliance with state and federal requirements for MOSIS and CORE data reporting, including student demographics, testing, discipline, attendance, and program participation.
- Guide students in developing career goals and post-secondary plans, including college, vocational training, or military options.
- Collaborate with teachers, administrators, and parents to address barriers to student success.
- Identify students at risk and provide early interventions or referrals to appropriate resources.
- Administer and interpret assessments related to academic placement, career readiness, and social-emotional development.
- Support students during crisis situations, providing short-term intervention and referrals as needed.
- Maintain accurate and confidential student records and documentation.
- Facilitate parent and community engagement activities that promote student success.
- Participate in professional development to maintain knowledge of best practices in counseling and reporting compliance.
- Perform other duties as assigned by the Principal or Superintendent.
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Job Type
Full-time
