School Counselor

Dominion Care•Richmond, VA

1d•$60,000 - $65,000•Onsite

About The Position

Dominion Care is seeking a compassionate, knowledgeable, and student-centered School Counselor to support students and families as they navigate academic, personal, and social challenges. The counselor will apply an understanding of psychosocial development and the influences of family, community, and culture to help foster a supportive and inclusive learning environment. The role includes individual and small-group counseling, crisis intervention, consultation with families and school personnel, transition planning, and coordination with community resources. The School Counselor will maintain accurate records, contribute to a positive school culture, and pursue continued professional development. Dominion Care is a Virginia-based provider of therapeutic services and education for children, adults, families, and individuals. Its services include academic, emotional, and behavioral support; community-based mental health care; support for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities; outpatient therapy; psychological assessments; psychiatric medication management; and substance abuse services.

Requirements

Master’s degree in Counseling, Educational Counseling, or Social Work.
At least two years of experience working with at-risk children and adolescents.
Current Therapeutic Options certification and ability to carry out the procedure correctly; training and yearly recertification are provided.
Current Adult and Child First Aid, CPR, and AED certification; training is provided during New Hire Orientation.
Successful completion of Dominion Youth Services’ annual employee trainings, including Bloodborne Pathogens, HIPPA, Emergency Preparedness, Infection Control, Human Rights, Unlawful Harassment Prevention, Mandated Reporting, Cultural Competency, Defensive Driving, Driver Safety Policy, and Employee Manual training.
Successful completion of Child Abuse/Recognition Training.
Completion of tuberculosis screening within 30 days of employment.

Responsibilities

Provide individual counseling weekly and as needed.
Provide weekly small-group counseling on topics including social skills, emotional and social awareness, personal growth and development, self-esteem, impulse control, and anger management.
Maintain knowledge of community resources available to students and families and make referrals as needed.
Update social histories.
Facilitate staff involvement to ensure timely implementation of counseling services.
Interpret assessment data accurately and appropriately, and present relevant, unbiased information to faculty and administration.
Consult with parents, teachers, administrators, and other relevant individuals to meet student needs.
Help develop a strong, positive school culture and serve as a liaison between the school, family, and community.
Participate in transition planning for students.
Provide crisis intervention services as needed.
Take personal responsibility for continued professional development.
Maintain professional materials for professional growth and development, with administrative support.
Maintain accurate and appropriate case records and documentation.
Model professional behaviors that address the needs of students, families, and the school community.