Licensed School Counselor

Journey Community Schools•Memphis, TN

About The Position

Journey Community Schools (JCS) is a Tennessee non-profit corporation serving scholars in grades kindergarten through 8th grade at our Coleman School, East Academy, and Northeast Academy campuses. Our Mission is to engage families and community partners in our scholars' learning journey; cultivate a safe, positive and joyous learning environment; and empower teachers and leaders with support to deliver an inclusive, innovative and rigorous education. Visit Journey Community Schools for more information ( https://myjourneycs.org ). The Opportunity: Behind every successful student is a team of passionate and dedicated educators. Together, we will change the odds for underserved students, ensuring that every student is prepared to excel in all areas of life. As a School Counselor at Journey Community Schools (JCS), you will provide a full range of school counseling services to children grades K-8, including but not limited to screening and assessment, individual and group counseling, school-wide intervention and prevention, and collaborate with outside agencies as appropriate. The School Counselor will also be an integral member of the RTI team and Student Support Team helping to plan, implement, and monitor interventions for students at the school.

Requirements

Knowledge of theories, principles, and concepts of counseling
Knowledge of state and American School Counselor Association School Counselor Professional Standards & Competencies
Skill in implementing a comprehensive guidance and counseling program
Skill in counseling individuals and groups
Skill in encouraging individuals on a personal, caring basis
Skill in data analysis to help determine guidance counseling need
Ability to evaluate students
Ability to collaborate with staff and community services agencies in the coordination resources for students and families
Ability to work with confidential issues and information in a secure manner
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Thorough understanding of developmental expectations for students of different ages
Superior interpersonal skills with persons of all ages and across diverse backgrounds
Excellent planning, organizational, problem-solving, decision-making, time management and follow-up skills; high sense of urgency; and ability to handle multiple cases concurrently
Master’s Degree in School Counseling or related discipline from an accredited college or university
Valid license and endorsement in School Counselor PreK-12 with the Tennessee Department of Education (TDOE) or a valid license and endorsement in School Counselor from a state that offers reciprocity with Tennessee
At least two years serving as a school counselor for students grades K-8

Responsibilities

Conducts classroom guidance dealing with topics such as abuse, goal-setting, organizational and study skills, anger, conflict resolution, and self-motivation
Provides counseling to students having problems in the areas of attendance, retention, and discipline
Provide crisis counseling and referrals for students as needed
Create and maintain relationships with outside agencies to help foster better learning and support for the students of JCS and their families
Works with other school personnel and community resources to provide educational enrichment within the school
Facilitate Student Support Team meetings to support the academic, social and emotional needs of students
Serve as an integral member of the RTI team, helping to plan, implement, and monitor RTI programs at the school site
Attend staff meetings, IEP, and inter-departmental meetings for students receiving counseling services
Serve as the case manager for 504s
Interrupt data of attendance, behavior, and other factors to help determine school counseling needs to help students
Support JCS initiatives and programs to address student needs (Social Emotional Learning, Restorative Practice, Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports, etc.)
Assist middle school students and families in high school selection
Support JCS initiatives to address student attendance by leading and facilitating components of the truancy protocol (SART, etc.)
Exhibit positive rapport with students, families and JCS staff
Maintains necessary confidential counseling records for report of services
Consistently and routinely update case files for students on his/her caseload
Provide professional development to school personnel on topics such as child abuse, social emotional learning, etc.
Continually improve counseling skills by seeking out constructive feedback and attending professional development opportunities
Performs other duties as assigned