Middle School Counselor - 1.0 FTE at Patrick Henry Middle School

Sioux Falls School District•Sioux Falls, SD

8h•Onsite

About The Position

At Patrick Henry Middle School, home of the Panthers, we are a community where students and staff work hard, learn together, and take pride in supporting student success. Panther Pride runs deep, and everything we do is centered on helping students grow academically, socially, and emotionally in a safe and engaging environment. Our school is guided by three core values: Be Respectful – Panthers are courteous, mindful of their actions, and show respect to all. Be Responsible – Panthers fulfill their obligations, take ownership of their role in the school community, and learn from their mistakes. Be Safe – Panthers make choices that protect themselves and others and communicate concerns to trusted adults. We are looking for a dedicated and passionate School Counselor who wants to make a difference in the lives of students and contribute to a strong, supportive middle school community. Discover our Panther Pride at: https://www.sf.k12.sd.us/o/phms

Requirements

Master’s degree in counseling from an approved school counselor preparation program.
South Dakota School Counselor Certificate.
Previous experience in middle and/or high school setting
Constant hearing, hand-eye and mind-eye coordination; frequent repetitive motions with wrists, hands and fingers, scheduling, sitting, speaking, walking, talking and writing are required.
Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to create positive relationships.
Strong organizational skills.
Ability to plan, organize, and work collaboratively with other teams.
This position requires a valid South Dakota certificate.
Certified educators to complete at least one hour of approved youth suicide awareness and prevention training every five years.

Responsibilities

Provides counseling to individuals and small groups with personal concerns.
Consults with teachers, staff, parents, and other significant stakeholders regarding the developmental needs of students.
Participates in building problem-solving team meetings and supports a Multi-Tiered System of Support (MTMDSS) model for delivering academic and social emotional information.
Coordinates and implements middle school counseling curriculum in the classroom.
Monitors and effectively communicates with parents about student progress.
Maintains the confidentiality of students and their families.
Refers students with significant challenges to appropriate community resources in consultation with their parents.
Plans, evaluates, and revises the building counseling program.
Coordinates and conducts activities which contribute to the implementation of the middle school counseling plan.
Provides help to students to achieve optimal personal growth, acquire positive social skills and values, and experience career exploration during the 6th, 7th, and 8th grades which will prepare them for high school.
Builds interpersonal relationships and establishes positive rapport with students, colleagues, administrators, and parents.
Pursues professional growth.
Performs other duties as assigned.