School-Based Counselor — Transform Student Success in Classrooms

Seneca; Hayward (CA); On-site; USD 37,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

Disability insurance

Life insurance

403b retirement plan

Paid time off

Job summary

Seneca’s School Partnership Programs invite applications for a Classroom Counselor position in Hayward, CA. You will guide students with emotional and behavioral challenges, promoting academic growth and social-emotional well-being within a transdisciplinary team.

The HEART program focuses on counseling, classroom supports, and family engagement. Salary is hourly with a strong benefits package and opportunities for growth across California.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree OR Associate degree or equivalent + 1 year of applicable experience OR High School Diploma/GED + 2 years of applicable experience.
• At least 21 years of age
• Reliable transportation to and from the school site and other occasional meeting locations or Valid California Driver's License (will vary by job/program)
• TB test clearance, fingerprinting clearance, and any other state/federal licensing or certification requirements

Responsibilities

• Work collaboratively within a transdisciplinary team, including teachers, counselors, specialists, and program leadership
• Build therapeutic relationships that help students engage and achieve personalized goals
• Support academic instruction by assisting with individual and group activities as directed
• Implement classroom modifications and accommodations based on student’s individualized education plans (IEP) and other plans
• Deliver direct behavioral intervention that reduces behaviors impeding school success and promotes positive behaviors for learning and community engagement
• Complete required data collection and service documentation to measure the effectiveness of services, inform team decision making, and/or engage in service billing
• Communicate effectively with families and all others involved in the students’ daily life, including other Seneca programs or external agencies
• Utilize crisis communication and de-escalation techniques as per Seneca's crisis response training

Skills

Collaboration

Crisis de-escalation

Data collection

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Associate degree +1 year exp

High School Diploma/GED +2 years

Job description

Seneca’s School Partnership Programs invite applications for a Classroom Counselor position in Hayward, CA. You will guide students with emotional and behavioral challenges, promoting academic growth and social-emotional well-being within a transdisciplinary team.

The HEART program focuses on counseling, classroom supports, and family engagement. Salary is hourly with a strong benefits package and opportunities for growth across California.