School Counselor

3 weeks ago


Springfield, United States Amergis Full time

The School Counselor/School Mental Health Worker provides counseling to students in need of counseling and/or support with their mental health needs.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

+ Provides necessary counseling as required for the student and/or as outlined in the students IHP

+ Evaluates the students psychosocial needs, and evaluates the progress

+ Collaborates with all disciplines to plan and evaluate goals for each student

+ Implements and manages school guidance programs

+ Utilizes a variety of therapy techniques and treatment plans

+ Works with students in individual, small group and/or classroom settings

+ Facilitates student learning involving life skills, organization techniques and time management

+ Assists students with creating an academic plan for their education

+ Adheres to Amergis and District policies and procedures

Minimum Requirements:

+ Licensing/Certification according to state/facility/contract requirement

+ The Counselor may be required to have an Associates Degree, Bachelors Degree or Masters in Psychology, Addictions, Sociology, Social Work, Counseling, Nursing, or some other Human Development major per state, contract and/or facility guidelines.

+ Complies with all relevant professional standards of practice

+ Participation and completion of Amergis' Competency program when applicable

+ Current CPR if applicable

+ TB Questionnaire, PPD or chest x-ray if applicable

+ Current Health certificate (per contract or state regulation)

+ Must meet all federal, state and local requirements

+ Successful completion of new hire training as applicable to job site

+ Understand patient confidentiality and HIPAA requirements

+ Ability to effectively elicit/provide information to and from appropriate individuals (including, but not limited to, supervisors, co-workers, clients) via strong communication skills; proficiency in the English language is required

+ Computer proficiency required

+ Must be at least 18 years of age

Benefits

At Amergis, we firmly believe that our employees are the heartbeat of our organization and we are happy to offer the following benefits:

+ Competitive pay & weekly paychecks

+ Health, dental, vision, and life insurance

+ 401(k) savings plan

+ Awards and recognition programs

*Benefit eligibility is dependent on employment status.

About Amergis

Amergis, formerly known as Maxim Healthcare Staffing, has served our clients and communities by connecting people to the work that matters since 1988. We provide meaningful opportunities to our extensive network of healthcare and school-based professionals, ready to work in any hospital, government facility, or school. Through partnership and innovation, Amergis creates unmatched staffing experiences to deliver the best workforce solutions.

Amergis is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.



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