National School Counseling Week Photo Challenge

National School Counseling Week 2020, "School Counselors: Helping Build Better Humans," will be celebrated from Feb. 3-7, 2020, to focus public attention on the unique contribution of school counselors within U.S. school systems. National School Counseling Week, sponsored by ASCA, highlights the tremendous impact school counselors can have in helping students achieve school success and plan for a career. National School Counseling Week is always celebrated the first full week in February.

https://schoolcounselor.org/school-counselors-members/about-asca-(1)/national-school-counseling-week

Camp Director

Job Description for Camp Director

Camp Kaleidoscope at St. Mark’s Episcopal Church is seeking a Camp Director for its 4-day summer camp for kids 4^th-6^th grade with mental health issues at our church campus on beautiful Marco Island.  Camp will be held June 29^th-July 2^nd.

Compensation-$2500 stipend for approximately 3.5 weeks of work

Our camp will promote respect for self and others, teamwork, respecting differences and mindfulness through group activities that strengthen peer interaction and teach coping skills.  We will participate in a wide range of activities including yoga, meditation, making art, dance, hiking.

Job Responsibilities:

Oversee every aspect of the daily operations of the camp including:

·       Regularly attend biweekly planning meetings from February until camp is held and advise planning committee as needed; perform tasks as needed by the Camp Planning Coordinator.

·       Lead multiple large group meetings of campers throughout the day to announce activities, talk about camp values and act as the camp cheerleader.

·       Lead a counselor staff of 10-15 individuals in their facilitating a positive camper experience for 15-25 campers including daily reflection meetings for counselors and camp leaders after camp ends daily to assess how the day went.

·       Act as the transition communicator for campers between all camp activities, alerting campers and counselors when an activity has ended and when it is time to go to the next activity.

·       Maintain a high camper morale through energetic pep talks and leading of camp songs.

·       Introduce guest speakers/presenters to campers.

·       Liaise with Camp Leaders (made up of church members who are offering services in support of the camp) to ensure timely delivery of services (programming and activities) to campers.

·       Respond immediately to and resolve any camper or counselor situations of conflict, abuse or harmful speech/actions.

·       Attend and help to facilitate a training session for counselors (to be held June 27^th and June 28th).

·       Attend post-camp meeting to evaluate the camp’s effectiveness and plan for the next year.

Relevant Skills Sought:

·       Experience working with elementary-age kids, especially 4^th-6^th grades

·       Experience working in and/or leading summer camps

·       Experience working with kids with mental health issues preferred

·       Strong leadership skills

·       Strong verbal communication skills

·       Fun, energetic personality

·       Excellent organizational skills

·       Strong interpersonal skills

·       Computer competency and familiarity with office and maintenance equipment

·       Openness to talking about spirituality, including Christianity

Education Required:

Bachelor’s degree in youth development, education, counseling, physical education, social work, psychology or a related field preferred (but we will consider candidates who are current college students as well).

A Master of Social Work degree and/or a LCSW is highly desirable as are students enrolled in an MSW program.

We will consider candidates who have 2+ years of professional experience related to the requirements for this position in lieu of education.

We strongly encourage people of color and other minorities to apply.

Interested individuals should forward their resume and a cover letter to john@stmarksmarco.org, detailing the reasons for their interest in this position and their relevant experience and education.

Empowered to Connect Simulcast Tickets

Empowered to Connect Simulcast Tickets, Fri, Mar 27, 2020 at 10:00 AM | Eventbrite

Show Hope’s Empowered to Connect Conference offers practical teaching in a safe and supportive community as we work to equip families, caregivers, and churches better serve children impacted by adoption and foster care. The teaching provided enables them to better understand the needs of children with such difficult beginnings in order to help children heal and become all that God desires for them to be.

https://www.eventbrite.com/e/empowered-to-connect-simulcast-tickets-92220940315

FGCU Graduate Student Consultant, Student-Faculty Partnership Program (OPS)

The Graduate Student Consultant will be paired with a faculty member and serve as pedagogical consultant. The pair will work in semester-long partnership to analyze, affirm, and revise the pedagogical approaches employed in a particular course.

https://jobs.fgcu.edu/postings/8085

“Play Therapy Across the Lifespan"

Join Southwest Chapter Outreach Subcommitte Chair and FAPT Play Therapy Week Committee Chair, Ann Tilman, in learning about Play Therapy Across the Lifespan! To celebrate National Play Therapy Week 2020, each Florida Association for Play Therapy Chapter will focus on the theme, “Play Therapy Across the Lifespan.” Participants will engage in didactic and experiential activities to further develop their understanding of how to apply theories and/or approaches of play therapy across the lifespan. Key areas of human development to be addressed are: Prenatal development and infancy, early childhood, middle to late childhood, adolescence, early adulthood, middle adulthood, and late adulthood. Participants will explore ways to select and apply developmentally appropriate play activities as an alternate to, or in conjunction with, traditional talk therapy. Desired outcomes include the advocacy of play therapy across the lifespan, acquisition and integration of play therapy theoretical concepts, and implementation of reflective practices within play therapy. As a result of this training, participants will be able to: 1. Articulate the value of play therapy across the lifespan. 2. Describe how to evaluate the developmental needs of a client when selecting a play therapy intervention. 3. Identify and implement at least one play therapy theory and approach (directive, non-directive, or integrative) to work with clients using play therapy across the lifespan. 4. Utilize at least one form of self-reflective practice (i.e. journaling, peer consultation, etc.) after implementing play therapy interventions to populations across the life span. Workshop will be held at: Florida Gulf Coast University Student and Community Counseling Center Training Room 203, Floor 2 Arrive 830-9am! Workshop starts at 9am! Register: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/southwest-fapt-play-therapy-week-2020-play-therapy-across-the-lifespan-tickets-85964629521  The Florida Association for Play Therapy (FAPT) is an approved provider for the Association for Play Therapy to offer continuing education specific to play therapy. APT Provider #02-115. Play therapy credit will not be awarded to non-mental health professionals. FAPT is approved by the Florida Department of Health under FL Statute 491 to offer continuing education for Social Workers, Marriage and Family Therapists and Mental Health Counselors. Provider Number BAP-50-10520 expires 03/31/2021. FAPT is approved by the Florida Department of Health under FL Statute 490 to offer continuing education for Psychologists. Provider Number BAP-50-10520 expires 05/31/2020. "FAPT Cancellation Policy: Cancellations must be received in writing at least 14 days prior to the workshop date to receive a full refund. Cancellations received after the 14 days are subjected to a $10.00 processing fee. No refunds will b e given for workshop already attended or for parties who register but do not attend."

Copyright © 2020 Florida Association for Play Therapy, All rights reserved.

Prince William County Schools in Virginia

Prince William County Schools in Virginia is seeking professional school counselors for the 2020-2021 school year. We are hosting a screening interview event on February 6, 2020, and would like to invite school counseling candidates to attend. Consider joining our team! Please see the attached flyer with links to an informational newsletter about Prince William County School Counseling and this event. Candidates may contact our Office of Student Services representatives listed on the flyer to schedule a screening for this event, to schedule a screening for another day, or to ask questions about Prince William County School Counseling. Please note that phone screenings are available.  *School counseling candidates are encouraged to use the link to fill out their online application before scheduling a screening. We look forward to speaking to school counseling candidates at our February 6th screening event! Sincerely, Anne Henry Administrative Coordinator of School Counseling Prince William County Schools ------------------------------ Anne Henry Administrative Coordinator of School Counseling Prince William County Schools Manassas VA (571) 402-3896 ------------------------------

DOE/VR VOCATIONAL REHABILITATION COUNSELOR - 48004788

Date: Jan 17, 2020Location: CAPE CORAL, FL, US, 33990
The State Personnel System is an E-Verify employer. For more information click on our E-Verify website.

Requisition No: 120402

Agency: Department of Education

Working Title: DOE/VR VOCATIONAL REHABILITATION COUNSELOR - 48004788

Position Number: 48004788

Salary:  $ 2,575.19 Per Month

Posting Closing Date: 01/26/2020

https://jobs.myflorida.com/job/CAPE-CORAL-DOEVR-VOCATIONAL-REHABILITATION-COUNSELOR-48004788-FL-33990/622838000/

ISO Counselor Team Member to join private practice

NOMINATE A DESERVING GRADUATE!

RSVP for Alumni Awards

Each year, we recognize alumni for achievements in their communities and their careers NOMINATE A DESERVING GRADUATE! ALUMNI OF DISTINCTION AWARD This is the most prestigious award the association bestows upon a graduate. It honors alumni who have upheld the tradition of excellence through their personal accomplishment, professional achievement and/or humanitarian service. SOARING EAGLE AWARD A graduate from each college will be honored for outstanding achievement or service in their professional or volunteer life. Must have graduated within 10 years of application date. NOMINATE Self-nominations are encouraged. Deadline to nominate is January 17, 2020. Recipients will be honored at the Alumni Awards Celebration during Homecoming on Friday, February 7, 2020. Florida Gulf Coast University Alumni Association invites you to the Alumni Awards Reception in honor of our 2020 Alumni of Distinction & Soaring Eagle Honorees Friday, February 7 6 p.m. Cocktails & Hors d'oeuvres 7 p.m. Program and Awards Presentation Florida Gulf Coast University Lutgert Hall Courtyard RSVP Please RSVP by January 31, 2020

National School Counseling Week 2020

Celebrate National School Counseling Week with Your Students

You only have a few days left to order materials and documents to help you celebrate National School Counseling Week at your with your students. Visit the National School Counseling Week page and place your order by Jan. 20 to ensure delivery in time for National School Counseling Week. Get ready to celebrate "School Counselors: Helping Build Better Humans" with your peers and other school counselors around the country.  Find everything you need on the National School Counseling Week resource page on the ASCA website, including details about the new photo/video challenge, download the new signs as well as the promotional toolkit to share with your school and community partners.  Stay on top of all the National School Counseling Week and School Counselor of the Year activities with this event calendar. And, be sure to follow and use #NSCW2020 on social media.

Correctional Healthcare

Discover the benefits of correctional mental healthcare. Licensed Mental Health Professional opportunities available throughout Florida! Bachelor's-level mental health opportunities also available! For more information, contact: Panhandle and Northern Florida Nicole Collins     571.321.5826  | nicole@teamcenturion.com Central and Southern Florida Cathy Laidlaw   800.566.1291  |  cathy@teamcenturion.com

DOE/VR VOCATIONAL REHABILITATION COUNSELOR - 48004653

https://jobs.myflorida.com/job/NAPLES-DOEVR-VOCATIONAL-REHABILITATION-COUNSELOR-48004653-FL-34109/549487300/

Date: Dec 5, 2019Location: NAPLES, FL, US, 34109

Requisition No: 59302

Agency: Department of Education

Working Title: DOE/VR VOCATIONAL REHABILITATION COUNSELOR - 48004653

Position Number: 48004653

Salary:  $2,575.19 Per Month

Posting Closing Date: 01/23/2020

DIVISION OF VOCATIONAL REHABILITATION
LOCATION:  NAPLES
VOCATIONAL REHABILITATION COUNSELOR
Position Number: 48004653
Minimum Hiring Salary: $2,575.19 Monthly


*The salary may be negotiable dependent upon years of experience, education level and available salary rate.

Vocational Rehabilitation (VR) is a federal-state program that helps people who have physical or mental disabilities get or keep a job. VR is committed to helping people with disabilities find meaningful careers.  Our Mission is "to help people with disabilities find and maintain employment and enhance their independence." Our Vision is "to become the first place people with disabilities turn when seeking employment and a top resource for employers in need of qualified employees."


 This Advertisement may be used to fill current and future vacancies for up to 6 months.


 This position works in Naples as a Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor.

Resource Materials | Guidance and Counseling PK–12

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Conference on Aging

19^th Annual
Southwest Florida
Conference on Aging

Thursday, May 7, 2020
Crowne Plaza at the Bell Tower, Fort Myers

Featuring presentations on Cyber Security, Telehealth Medicine, and Music as Therapy. Continuing education credits will be available for some disciplines.

Questions? Please contact Heather Chester at Heather.Chester@FSW.edu

Strategies and Techniques for the Family Caregiver Program

Trauma Informed Care Workshop

Best Buddies Job Opportunity

DOE/VR SENIOR VOCATIONAL REHAB COUNSELOR - 48004795

https://jobs.myflorida.com/job/IMMOKALEE-DOEVR-SENIOR-VOCATIONAL-REHAB-COUNSELOR-48004795-FL-34142/606193200/

Requisition No: 86785
Agency: Department of Education
Working Title: DOE/VR SENIOR VOCATIONAL REHAB COUNSELOR - 48004795
Position Number: 48004795
Salary:  $2,840.62 Per Month
Posting Closing Date: 01/17/2020