MS Counselor, (1.0 FTE), Perm, 26-27 School Yr

North Clackamas Schools•Happy Valley, OR

15h•Onsite

About The Position

The North Clackamas School District strives to create an inclusive environment that welcomes and values the diversity of our staff and students. We foster equity and inclusion to create a workplace environment where everyone is treated with respect and dignity. We are most interested in finding the best candidate for the job, and that candidate may come from a less traditional background. We would encourage you to apply, even if you don't believe you meet every one of our qualifications described. If you are unsure whether you meet the qualifications of this position, or how this would be determined, please feel free to contact Human Resources to discuss your application. The school counselor works with the Principal and school leadership team(s) in carrying out the school's guidance and counseling program, which is based on the American School Counseling Association model. As a professional educator with a mental health perspective, the counselor understands and responds to the needs of a diverse student population. The counselor provides proactive leadership to engage all stakeholders in the delivery of programs and services to support the students' social emotional development, academic achievement and career preparation. The school counselor may be assigned at the elementary, middle, or high school level.

Requirements

Must hold or be able to obtain a valid Oregon School Counseling License.
Successful completion of a degree in school counseling and valid state (TSPC) certification(s) as a school counselor.
Evidence of continuous professional learning and a commitment to participate in professional growth opportunities and self-reflection on professional practice.
Ability to effectively communicate verbally and in writing with parents, students, and staff.
Demonstrated ability to apply and use effectively a variety of personal and family counseling models.
Commitment to effective collaboration and teaming within a professional learning community.
Strong assessment, analytical, and diagnostic skills.
Knowledge of child and adolescent development and ability to apply that knowledge to the selection and application of a comprehensive guidance-counseling program.
Knowledge and skill in the use of strategies necessary to meet the diverse needs of students.
Skill and ability to utilize technology to aid assessment, planning and implementation of the counseling program.
Demonstrated understanding of the American School Counseling Association comprehensive school-counseling model.
Any position specific special qualifications indicated in the recruitment process.

Nice To Haves

Successful experience in working with culturally diverse families and communities, or have otherwise demonstrated a commitment to strengthening engagement within a diverse community and skills in communicating with a diverse population.

Responsibilities

Carrying out the school's guidance and counseling program, which is based on the American School Counseling Association model.
Understanding and responding to the needs of a diverse student population.
Providing proactive leadership to engage all stakeholders in the delivery of programs and services to support the students' social emotional development, academic achievement and career preparation.
Serving as an educational leader including the ability to plan, organize, and facilitate staff meetings, planning processes, and cultural community projects and events.