Guidance Counselor

1. Applicants need to be highly qualified as defined by the State of Arizona and other Governing regulations
- Arizona Guidance Counselor Certification.
- Master’s Degree with a major in guidance and counseling or social work.
- Three years teaching experience at the K-8th school level preferred.
- Licensed Professional Counselor is preferred.
- First Aid/CPR Certified
- Valid Arizona Driver’s License

8. Valid IVP Fingerprint Clearance Card
- Ability to successfully pass a pre-employment drug test and extensive background check.
- Knowledge is required to facilitate school-based and community presentations on topics such as suicide prevention and substance abuse prevention. Services will be provided with close supervision and according to training and experience.

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Specific knowledge-based competencies required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include: appropriate codes, policies, regulations and/or laws; age appropriate activities; lesson plan requirements; stages of child development; and behavioral management strategies.

Ability is also required to work with a diversity of individuals and/or groups; work with data of varied types and/or purposes; and utilize specific, job-related equipment. Problem solving is required to analyze issues and create action plans. Problem solving with data frequently requires independent interpretation of guidelines; and problem solving with equipment is moderate.

**POSITION

**RESPONSIBILITIES**:

- Schedule activities, meetings, and/or events; gather, collate, and/or classify data; and use job-related equipment. Attends staff and in-service meetings, workshops, and school functions.
- Flexibility is required to work with others in a wide variety of circumstances; analyze data utilizing defined but different processes; and operate equipment using standardized methods.
- Ensure quality service delivery including punctuality, good preparation, and consistent communication with staff. Maintain all client records in accordance with agency policies and procedures. This includes appropriate phone documentation and referral documentation.

Assists individuals to understand and overcome social, emotional, and behavioral issues.

Reviews recent research to improve counseling techniques.
- Provides educational programs with students, teachers and parents.
- Develops Functional Behavioral Assessments and Behavior Intervention Plans in conjunction with relevant school staff, parents, and student
- Identifies, assesses, and responds appropriately to students in crisis.
- Determines appropriate program(s) of study to meet specific needs of all students.
- Provides instruction based on established objectives and individual student needs.
- Motivates students to maximize their learning potential and ensure that all students have successful experiences.
- Maintains confidential counseling records and documentation separate from other school records.
- Demonstrated ability to remain calm in crisis situations, work independently and cooperatively, recognize personal limitations, and relate positively and with empathy to all persons regardless of age, race, creed, gender or sexual orientation.
- Performs other job related duties as assigned
- Participate in on-going evaluations and outcome studies to measure the effectiveness of services, projects, and programs being provided. - Collects, organizes, and analyzes information about individuals through records, tests, interviews, and professional resources.

**Job Types**: Full-time, Contract

Pay: $53,515.00 - $56,468.00 per year

**Benefits**:

- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Vision insurance

Grade levels:

- Middle school

Physical setting:

- School

Schedule:

- After school
- Day shift
- Monday to Friday
- No weekends

Application Question(s):

- IVP Fingerprint Clearance Card

**Education**:

- Bachelor's (required)

License/Certification:

- School Counseling Certification (required)

Ability to Relocate:

- Laveen, AZ 85339: Relocate before starting work (required)

Work Location: In person