CAMPUS COUNSELOR-STUDENT

Harmony Public Schools; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 58,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Harmony Public Schools’ Harmony Science Academy - Cypress (K-5) in Texas seeks a School Counselor to support students, families and staff with social, emotional, and mental health needs. The role emphasizes collaboration, prevention, and intervention within a campus-based guidance program.

The ideal candidate holds a Master’s degree in Counseling and a valid Texas School Counselor Certificate or equivalent license (LPC/LCSW/LMFT).

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in counseling or related field.
• Valid Texas School Counselor Certificate or equivalent LPC/LCSW/LMFT license.
• Experience in K-12 setting preferred.

Responsibilities

• Supports the mission and values of Harmony Public Schools.
• Assists in treatment planning for each student.
• Maintains daily documentation.
• Delivers individual and group counseling sessions.
• Develops and evaluates a comprehensive counseling program.
• Consults with parents, teachers, and administrators to support students.
• Uses school resources and services for student needs.
• Provides guidance curriculum instruction and classroom support.
• Assists in orientation of new staff on behavior programs.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

Communication

Group counseling

Documentation

Crisis intervention

Data analysis

Education

Master’s degree in Counseling

Texas School Counselor Certificate or equivalent license

Job description

Campus: Harmony Science Academy - Cypress (K-5)

JOB GOAL: To work with staff, students, parents, and community at the campus to identify and support students that may need additional services due to their social, emotional, and mental needs.

Position Qualifications

• Master’s degree from an accredited college or university.
• Valid Texas School Counselor Certificate or Mental Health Provider License (Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC),

LPC-Associate (previous intern), LCSW, or LMFT)

• Master’s degree in Counseling (preferred)
• Experience in a K-12 school setting (preferred)

Duties And Responsibilities

• Understands and supports the mission, vision and values of Harmony Public Schools.
• Assists in treatment planning for each child
• Conducts daily documentation
• Improves children’s behavior through coping skills and other therapeutic interventions
• Conducts group and 1 on 1 counseling sessions
• Develops, implements, and evaluates a comprehensive counseling and guidance program.
• Counsels individuals and small groups of students with presenting needs/concerns.
• Consults with parents, teachers, administrators, and other relevant individuals to enhance their work with students.
• Uses an effective process for assisting students and others to use special programs and services.
• Presents the school comprehensive guidance curriculum (Social Emotional Learning (SEL), Character School, Restorative Practices, etc.).
• Assists teachers in the teaching of the school comprehensive guidance curriculum.
• Works with students on an individual basis in the solution of personal problems related to home and family relationships, health and emotional adjustment.
• Confers with parents whenever necessary.
• Assists in the orientation of new faculty members on school wide behavior program.
• Provides in-service training in guidance for teachers and student teachers.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills And Abilities

• Proficiency in the identification and treatment of mental disorders
• Ability to think in terms of population management, addressing a large clientele in the most effective ways possible
• Knowledge of evidence-based behavioral assessments and interventions relevant to medical conditions
• Ability to make quick and accurate clinical assessments
• Care-management skills and knowledge of local resources for outside referrals
• Skill in targeted, brief psychotherapy and in running group sessions
• Ability to communicate effectively in both written and oral forms with all levels of management, both internal and external to the district.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships both internal and external to the district.
• Ability to use computer including software, database used by the district, spreadsheet and word processing software, calculator, copy machine and telephone.
• Ability to analyze data
• Ability to use effective interview techniques, effective public speaking skills, and problem-solving skills

Work Environment And Physical Requirements

• Light Work: may require occasional light lifting.
• Nights and weekend activities will be occasionally required.
• Position is in office setting and may involve prolonged work at a desk in one location.
• Moderate travel is required.

COMPENSATION: Pay varies by location, experience, and certification status. See our Salary Schedules for details.