School Counselor

4 days ago

Pacifica CA United States Spectrum Center Schools and Programs Full time
Spectrum Center Schools and Programs , a growing, dynamic organization with a social mission to offer hope, is seeking a School Counselor to join our award-winning team and perform meaningful work in a culture that welcomes innovation, encourages creative expression and offers limitless potential for personal and professional satisfaction

If you thrive in a fast-paced, goal-oriented, outcome-driven environment, seek a career with genuine purpose, and possess a problem-solving mindset, a sense of humor, and a stellar work ethic - We Should Talk

As a School Counselor, you are primarily responsible for helping students to succeed academically, socially, and emotionally, through individual and group counseling and by collaborating with educators, parents, and other professionals to create a safe, healthy, and supportive learning environment that strengthens connections between home and school.

Responsibilities Include:
  • Providing individual and group counseling sessions to help resolve interpersonal or family problems that interfere with school performance, including crisis intervention consultation as needed.
  • Conducting interviews with students, family members, and school personnel to gather information required to assess student social, emotional and behavioral adjustment to school and the community.
  • Maintaining regular contact with students' parents/guardians to inform of student's progress, areas of difficulties and any changes or situations in home life that may affect school performance.
  • Developing and updating Individualized Education Plans (IEP) and Positive Behavior Intervention Plans (PBIP) as needed in adherence to company, school, state and federal regulations and procedures.
  • Attending and participating in IEP team meeting, facilitating at the discretion of the school district. Actively participating in other team meetings when necessary to address specific student and parent concerns.
  • Collaborating with education and social services professionals to develop appropriate agency services for students and their families.
  • Providing case management functions for students, which includes but is not limited to, coordination of parent meetings, emergency transportation requests, disciplinary actions such as detention/suspension, and coordination with outside therapists.
  • Collaborating with teachers, parents/guardians, district personnel, and services providers to find effective solutions to learning and behavior problems, always establishing and maintaining effective public relations and projecting a positive company image.
  • Ensuring the use of positive teaching methods by conducting monthly climate data through direct observation of classroom staff's implementation of IEP goals and Positive Behavior Intervention Plans.
  • Providing guidance, consultation, and assistance to Teachers in the development of classroom schedules, maintenance of student data systems and facilitation of student transition plans to assure appropriate curriculum, schedule, and services, based on each student's IEP and other applicable goals.
  • Assessing student progress through consistent review of classroom data collection and recording systems and providing applicable training and guidance to classroom staff accordingly to address student needs.
  • Functioning as a role model for effective teaching of students as well as for communication and problem solving with staff, reinforcing the School's emphasis on behavior analytic, empirical approach to education, the extensive use of data in decision making, and the use of positive reinforcement to achieve maximum performance when working with students and co-workers.
Qualifications Required:
  • Master's degree or higher in educational counseling, therapy, social work or a closely related field of study.
  • Meet state and district requirements for appropriate licensing or credentials.
  • Accepted licenses and/or credentials include:
    • Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist (LMFT)
    • Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC)
    • Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC)
    • Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor (LPCC)
    • Educational Psychologist
    • Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW)
    • Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW)
    • Certified School Social Work Specialist (C-SSWS)
    • Diplomate in Clinical Social Work (DCSW)
    • Licensed Clinical Social Worker Psychotherapy (LCSW-R)
    • Pupil Personal Services (PPS)
    • Other state credential authorizing provision of school-based counseling may be considered in lieu of licensure.
  • Prior experience working with students with emotional disorders and challenging behaviors in an education or classroom setting.
  • Prior experience and highly knowledgeable in applied behavior analysis preferred.
  • Prior experience working with students in a special education program setting preferred.
  • Advanced oral and written communication, instruction, curriculum, conflict resolution, multitasking, problem solving, and decision making ability.
  • Knowledge of relevant technology including experience with computers, Microsoft Office Suite, database entry and basic office equipment.


Spectrum Center Schools is a division of ChanceLight Behavioral Health, Therapy, & Education , the nation's leading provider of alternative and special education programs for children and young adults. For more than 45 years, and in partnership with over 235 school districts nationwide, we have helped change the direction of more than 240,000 student lives

Learn more about our history, our mission and the program services we provide by visiting the link below:
At ChanceLight we believe in providing more than just a job, as a member of our team you'll receive the opportunity to make meaningful impacts, the support needed to achieve success, and all the tools essential to reaching your personal & professional fulfillment Y our path to a truly rewarding career starts here - where growth, empowerment, and collaboration define our culture; and every day is a Chance to transform lives through education

Perks and Benefits Include:
  • Comprehensive Medical, Dental and Vision Plans
  • FREE Telehealth and Virtual Counseling Sessions
  • FREE Health Advocacy Services and 24/7 Nurse Line
  • Company Paid Life & Disability Insurance
  • Company Paid Employee Assistance Program
  • Flexible Spending and Health Savings Accounts
  • Personal Protection Insurance Plans
  • Cigna Healthy Pregnancies, Healthy Babies Program
  • Legal Services Insurance
  • Pet Health Insurance
  • Accrual-based Paid Time Off
  • School Hours and Paid Holiday Schedule
  • Extensive Personal and Life Event Paid Leave Policy
  • 401k Retirement Saving Plan
  • Perks at Work Employee Discount Program
  • Opportunities for Growth & Development
  • And So Much More
If you're ready to start making lasting impacts on the lives of students and contribute to the creation of a brighter future - This Is Your Chance

Join us and together, we can empower students to overcome challenges, build confidence and unlock their full potential

Careers, With ChanceLight Work. With Purpose. Copyright 2024 ChanceLight Behavioral Health, Therapy, & Education, a ChanceLight company Benefit plans and eligibility requirements may vary based on role and employment status.

Education Required
  • Masters or better in Educational Counseling or related field
Licenses & Certifications Required
  • Has License/Credentialing
Preferred
  • Counselor - LMHC
  • Counselor - LPC
  • Counselor - LPCC
  • Education Psychologist
  • Marriage and Family Ther
  • Social Worker - C-SSWS
  • Social Worker - DCSW
  • Social Worker - LCSW-R
  • Social Worker - LCSW
  • Social Worker - LMSW
Skills Preferred
  • Special Education
  • Counseling & Guidance
  • Social School Work
  • Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA)
  • Positive Behavior Intervention and Support
  • Autism
  • Multiple Disabilities
  • Crisis Intervention
  • Interpersonal Skills
  • Conflict Resolution
  • Problem Solving
  • Office/Administrative
Behaviors Preferred
  • Dedicated: Devoted to a task or purpose with loyalty or integrity
  • Functional Expert: Considered a thought leader on a subject
Motivations Preferred
  • Ability to Make an Impact: Inspired to perform well by the ability to contribute to the success of a project or the organization
Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing . click apply for full job details

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