Guidance Counselor/Social Worker - Elementary

Dowagiac; Michigan; Vor Ort; USD 40.000 - 60.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

A school district in Michigan is seeking an Elementary School Counselor / Social Worker to join their team. The ideal candidate must possess a Master's degree in counseling and be able to build strong relationships with students and non-school agencies. Responsibilities include working in various educational settings and engaging effectively with a diverse student population. The position offers a chance to directly impact students' lives and requires a commitment to continuous growth and collaboration with staff and parents.

Qualifikationen

• Ability to develop and maintain relationships with non-school agencies.
• Self-directed, organized, and able to prioritize responsibilities.
• Technology experience and application in the counseling process.

Aufgaben

• Work in classrooms, small groups, and individual settings.
• Commitment to an asset-based approach to students.
• Work effectively with parents and families.

Kenntnisse

Relationship Building with Non-School Agencies

Counseling and Intervention Strategies

Effective Work with Diverse Populations

Team Collaboration

Technology Application in Counseling

Ausbildung

M.A. in Counseling

Jobbeschreibung

Dowagiac Union Schools

243 S. Front Street

Dowagiac, MI 49047

Phone: [phone] Fax: [phone]

Position:

Elementary School Counselor / Social Worker

Reports to:

Director of Student Services and Building Principal

Requirements:

• M.A. in counseling and Michigan certification or the ability to obtain
• Ability to develop and maintain relationships with non-school agencies
• Ability to work in classrooms, small groups and in individual settings
• Knowledge of counseling and intervention strategies
• Commitment to asset-based approach to students
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively with diverse cultural, racial and socioeconomic student population
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively with parents
• Ability to work as a team member with staff and administration
• Self-directed, organized, and able to prioritize when given a variety of responsibilities and assigned tasks
• Technology experience and application in the counseling process

Preferences:

• Previous experience in counseling – elementary level or middle school level
• Training or desire to be a trauma certified counselor
• Comprehensive School Counseling programs including ASCA or SchoolSocial Work certification. Mindsets Behaviors for Student Success.

Salary:

Per the Master Contract

Deadline:

Until filled

Contact:

Hunter Reed, Director of Curriculum & Grants

243 S.Front St, Dowagiac, MI 49047

PHONE: [phone] FAX: [phone]

E‑mail: [e-mail]

Apply online at: https://jobs.redroverk12.com/org/DUSD

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