School Counselor

1 day ago


Lake Villa, Illinois, United States Spectrum Center Schools and Programs Full time
Job Title: School Counselor

We are seeking a highly skilled and compassionate School Counselor to join our team at Spectrum Center Schools and Programs. As a School Counselor, you will play a vital role in supporting the academic, social, and emotional growth of our students.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Provide individual and group counseling sessions to help students overcome interpersonal or family problems that impact their academic performance.
  • Conduct 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.
  • Maintain regular contact with students' parents/guardians to inform them of their child's progress, areas of difficulty, and any changes or situations in home life that may affect school performance.
  • Develop and update Individualized Education Plans (IEPs) and Positive Behavior Intervention Plans (PBIPs) as needed in adherence to company, school, state, and federal regulations and procedures.
  • Attend and participate in IEP team meetings, facilitating as needed, and actively participate in other team meetings to address specific student and parent concerns.
  • Collaborate with education and social services professionals to develop appropriate agency services for students and their families.
  • Provide case management functions for students, including coordination of parent meetings, emergency transportation requests, disciplinary actions, and coordination with outside therapists.
  • Collaborate with teachers, parents/guardians, district personnel, and service providers to find effective solutions to learning and behavior problems, establishing and maintaining effective public relations and projecting a positive company image.
  • Ensure the use of positive teaching methods by conducting monthly climate data through direct observation of classroom staff's implementation of IEP goals and PBIPs.
Qualifications:
  • Master's degree or higher in educational counseling, therapy, social work, or a closely related field.
  • 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), and other state credentials authorizing provision of school-based counseling.
  • 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.
Benefits:
  • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans.
  • Virtual medical visits.
  • Health savings account.
  • Paid time off.
  • School hours and paid holiday schedule.
  • Company-paid life and disability insurance.
  • 401(k) options.
  • Legal insurance.
  • Pet insurance.
  • Employee assistance program.
  • Employee discount program.
  • Opportunities for growth and development.

We are an equal opportunity employer and welcome applications from diverse candidates. If you are passionate about supporting the academic, social, and emotional growth of students, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity.


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