School Counselor position

 The SEL Specialist will:

• In collaboration with the Lower School Head, School Guidance Counselor and faculty develop and support the implementation of SEL curriculum
• Conduct school climate assessments and analyze data to support the SEL curriculum
• Lead SEL professional development for faculty and provide parent education and training to members of the community
• Communicate and collaborate closely with families to coordinate support and to provide resources
• Develop and maintain relationships with a range of community members, including non-profits, and mental health agencies
• Work with the Lower School Head, School Guidance Counselor and Coordinator of Learning Support to assist school efforts to skillfully balance learning needs across the student body
• In collaboration with the Lower School Head and School Guidance Counselor, act as a resource for faculty and staff in providing emotional and social support for students/families of diverse backgrounds
• In collaboration with teaching faculty, support students social-emotional development through one-on-one, small-group and whole group instruction
• Develop and manage an intentional, PreK-5 approach to social emotional learning that produces data driven results to be shared with the Fountain 33 Foundation through a pre-existing collaborative relationship

https://communityschoolnaples.tedk12.com/hire/ViewJob.aspx?JobID=146 

School Counselor, part time

 

ChallengeU, Inc.

 Job Description

POSITION TITLE:    School Counselor, part time

POSITION DESCRIPTION:

 We are seeking personnel who know how to create and implement innovative and best-in-class educational student support services. ChallengeU provides a nurturing environment for students who are attending online high school. In conjunction with leadership members from ChallengeU, the part time school counselor will work to design a training and development plan for future to-be-hired part time school counselors and recruiting agents. The primary training objectives for the future school counselors are to facilitate the communications between the parents/guardians of the students with representatives from the student's home school and for personnel from ChallengeU to increase the academic, social, intellectual, and behavioral benefit for each student. The training to the recruiting agents will include how to analyze student transcripts as well as how to determine a student's ability to become academically successful with an online educational program.  Lastly, the training will include potential responses between recruiting agents both school representatives and parents in a manner that will respond to their questions in a respectful and accurate manner.  This is a part time position that will average 10 to 15 working hours per week based on the approval of a work schedule by the supervisor for an anticipated three month period.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

The part time school counselor is expected to perform any combination of the essential functions listed below. This listing is not intended to be an exhaustive description of all duties, knowledge, or abilities associated with this job classification, but are intended to accurately
reflect the core job elements.

• Work closely with members of the ChallengeU leadership team in the identification of training and professional development requirements for future to-be-hired school counselors and recruiting agents;
• Create and maintain a positive working relationship;
• Create and continually develop, as part of a team, a response to anticipated questions parents may have as their child engages in an online learning program;
• Create and continually develop, as part of a team, a response to anticipated questions school registrars may have as their students engage in an online learning program with ChallengeU.
• Design, as part of a team, a training matrix for future to-be-hired school counselors and for recruiting agents;
• Plan training for school counselors to communicate with and through school registrars and other appropriate school representatives, to determine the academic curriculum for each student based on their previous academic achievements with the primary goal that each student will complete the required course work leading to graduation from high school;
• Create training scenarios designed to develop school counselors and recruiting agents to address questions or concerns from the student's parents/guardians with respect to their child's education, academic achievements, graduation requirements, the student's level of engagement in their online academic program, as well as providing other support services as deemed necessary or needed by the student, their parent/guardian, or a representative from their home school;
• As a member of a team, discuss and assist in the development of a method to obtain information from a public school about their virtual program offerings, program requirements, and procedures to assist ChallengeU recruitment agents;
• Design an approach for school counselors and recruiting agents to document and manage their communication sharing between school registrars or other school representatives and ChallengeU personnel;
• Maintain an accurate record of your work;
• Prepare strategies for school counselors and recruiting agents to identify and build positive working relationships with pertinent community support organizations and resources;
• Consistently demonstrate an ability and willingness to work effectively and collaboratively with your supervisor, colleagues, and other ChallengeU staff members;
• Demonstrate and apply excellent oral and written communication skills in addition to positive and appropriate human relations skills;
• Reinforce in all training modules that school counselors and recruiting agents will adhere to all local, state, and federal mandatory reporting requirements with respect to the safety and well-being of each students;
• Reinforce in all training modules that the school counselors and recruiting agents will take all necessary and safety precautions to protect student confidentiality as well as the appropriate use and management of student data accessible through ChallengeU, Inc.
• Maintain accurate and complete records as required by ChallengeU, Inc. policy and administrative expectations;
• Professional development modules will reinforce that all team members will adhere to the policies and rules governing student conduct and comply with the professional and reasonable rules of online behavior with a student, their family members, and school representatives;
• Design guidelines for school counselors and recruiting agents to establish relationships with colleagues and students which reflect recognition of and respect for every individual;
• Strive to continually improve professional and technical competence
• Participate and contribute in ChallengeU program planning and share responsibility for the improvement of the online program and support services; and
• Perform related duties consistent with the scope and intent of the position.

 MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS AND SKILLS:

• Masters degree in public school counseling from an accredited college or university;
• Possess, or be eligible to possess, a public school license in school counseling;
• Demonstrate proficiency with technology inherent to fulfill your job requirements as a part time school counselor for an online educational service;
• Demonstrate a natural and positive curiosity to continue learning and applying technology in an online educational environment;
• Online instructional experience preferred; and
  Possess at least five years of full-time public school counseling experience within the last eight years                   

SUPERVISOR: CEO

 

WORK SETTINGS:

·         Remote work site;

·         Work conducted from home or other settings as needed or determined by the supervisor;

·         Extensive phone and online work required.

 PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

·         Ability to communicate effectively in oral and written form;

·         Ability to communicate effectively through various means of technology;

·         Possess visual, hearing, and speaking skills to proficiently fulfill position responsibilities.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:

·         Extended work hours and work schedule may be necessary (to be approved in advance by your supervisor);

·         Required to attend administrative meetings which may occur during evening or weekend hours;

·         Flexible work schedule available with prior approval from your supervisor;

·         Be resourceful and creative with technology;

·         Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite and student information systems such as Power School or Gradelink;

·         Demonstrate an openness to continuous change and learning;

·         Accurate and timely documentation of work data required; and

·         Maintain and archive a list of contacts and appointments.

 

OVERTIME ELIGIBLE:    Yes, with prior supervisor approval

Start Date	October 1, 2020 or as negotiated
Salary	$30 - $40  per hour
Work Schedule	10 – 15 hours per week with a flexible schedule anticipating employment from Oct 1 – Dec 31 2020

To apply send your resume to:     mpasier@challengeu.com

              

Knowing the signs of suicide and breaking the stigma: Dr. Abbe Finn

LEE COUNTY, Fla. — It's a challenging but crucial conversation to have.

September is Suicide Prevention Awareness Month, a time to share resources and break the stigma associated with talking about suicide.

According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, suicide is the 10th leading cause of death in the United States, increasing by 35% from 1999 to 2018.

Courtney Whitt, Director of Behavioral Health at Healthcare Network, says mental health concerns like depression, bipolar disorder, stress and trauma-related conditions, social isolation, or substance use can increase suicidal thoughts.

"In my experience, a lot of times [it's] really feeling kind of down, depressed, feeling hopeless, that things are never going to improve," said Whitt.

It's recognizing these warning signs that can potentially help save someone's life.

Read more:

https://www.fox4now.com/news/local-news/knowing-the-signs-of-suicide-and-breaking-the-stigma

Counselor: Pace Center for Girls

Position Overview: This position is responsible for providing daily case management, familial and crisis counseling and leads psycho-educational groups by performing the following duties: 

Learn more:

 https://recruiting.ultipro.com/PAC1011PACE/JobBoard/015d8942-7665-4a24-b9c4-6f63b8c1e039/OpportunityDetail?opportunityId=6b561658-96bb-470d-bab2-b2dc10d98f70

Licensed Professional Mental Health Counselor: Department of Veterans Affairs

The incumbent will be responsible for providing services to eligible individuals who are experiencing a variety of military related psychological and psychosocial problems. Incumbents must possess the knowledge and experience to independently employ therapeutic modalities of individual, family, marriage, and group intervention to enhance the readjustment of Veterans, active duty Service members, and their families/

Read more here. 

Volusia County Schools in Central Florida is seeking Elementary School Counselors!

Volusia County Schools in Central Florida is seeking Elementary School Counselors! We have vacancies at the following schools:

• Deltona Lakes Elementary (Deltona, FL)
• Freedom Elementary (DeLand, FL)
• Manatee Cove Elementary (Orange City, FL)
• Pride Elementary (Deltona, FL)

If you are interested, please contact Ingrid Cruz, District Elementary School Counseling Specialist, at iwcruz@volusia.k12.fl.us. I look forward to hearing from you!

8th Annual Conference on Geriatric Behavioral Health

 

Family Safety Worker (Lee County)

Positions Available at SalusCare, Fort Myers, FL

Family Clinician: Join the new Community Family Response Team (CFRT) program serving families referred by Lee County Schools. New master’s level graduates welcome to apply! Qualified supervision is provided! CFRT provides therapy and support in accessing resources for families negatively impacted by the pandemic through services provided by the Family Clinician and a Resource Specialist. This is a 2 year program during which time SalusCare will support you in your journey towards licensure through the provision of training, experience and supervision. Bi-lingual clinicians are strongly encouraged to apply. Please see qualifications in job description.

Resource Specialist: Join the new Community Family Response Team (CFRT) program serving families referred by Lee County Schools. New bachelor’s level graduates are welcome to apply! CFRT provides therapy and support in accessing resources for families negatively impacted by the pandemic through services provided by a Family Clinician and a Resource Specialist team. This is a 2 year program during which time SalusCare will support you in achieving your next career goal through the provision of training, experience and supervision. Bi-lingual candidates are strongly encouraged to apply. Please see other qualifications in the job description.

Alice Merrifield, LCSW
Director of Outpatient Therapy & Outpatient Psychiatry
Ortiz Campus
2789 Ortiz Avenue
Fort Myers, FL 33905
E-mail: AMerrifield@SalusCareFlorida.org

Solution-Focused School Counseling: The Missing Manual

New from a faculty member from the Florida Gulf Coast University Department of Counseling, Dr. Russ Sabella.

What would a more comprehensive, practical, and customized solution-focused brief counseling (SFBC) book look like for school counselors if it were available today? Solution-Focused School Counseling: The Missing Manual is what I pictured when I imagined the answer to that hypothetical question. Although helpful to other professionals such as social workers, school psychologists, clinical mental health counselors, and couples counselors, this book was written just for you, the school counselor. After reading Solution-Focused School Counseling: The Missing Manual, you will have a clearer understanding of the ins and outs of the SFBC approach. You’ll be better able to picture how the model works across different parts of your job, with all kids, and among various issues. You will also be better equipped to navigate the common sticking points that some counselors experience. First, you will learn about the principles, guidelines, and techniques of solution-focused brief counseling. Then, you will discover practical ways you can use the SFBC model in different areas such as: Advising & Career Counseling Classroom Lessons Conflict Resolution Individual Counseling Leadership Parent Conferences Peer Helping Play Counseling Program Development Small Group Counseling Supervision Teacher Consultation and Support You’ll also learn how to collect solution-focused data, adapt teaching activities for the classroom, and integrate SFBC with other approaches such as rational-emotive behavior therapy, reality therapy, and behavior modification. The Missing Manual also includes several authentic transcripts that demonstrate the methods in different situations. From understanding solution-focused brief counseling to applying it throughout your program, this book gives you detailed information to get yourself to the next level. Both in-service practitioners and pre-service graduate students will find Solution-Focused School Counseling: The Missing Manual an excellent resource for becoming a solution-focused school counselor. Visit the website to view the Table of Contents:  https://schoolcounselor.com/themissingmanual

SalusCare: Clinician I OR III

https://jobs.saluscareflorida.org/Careers/Careers.aspx?req=20-107-007&type=JOBDESCR

Job opening:

Bachelor’s degree OR Master’s degree from an accredited university in a human service field required. CAP preferred, but not required. Requires One (1) year of full time experience working with individuals with mental health, substance abuse and / or co-occurring disorders. Must possess and utilize effective communication skills (oral and verbal). Must have general knowledge of co-occurring disorders in order to best serve our population of patients.

School Counselor: Cityscape Schools

 Cityscape Schools- Job Description

 

JOB TITLE:              Counselor

 

REPORTS TO:         Principal

 

FLSA STATUS:        EXEMPT - PROFESSIONAL           

 

PHILOSOPHY

To provide a comprehensive guidance and counseling program designed to address the social, emotional, educational and occupational needs of all students.

QUALIFICATIONS

Master's Degree in Guidance & Counseling with School Counseling Endorsement on a Valid Texas Teaching Certificate preferred

RESPONSIBILITIES

To implement the high school curriculum of CityScape Schools' K-12 Comprehensive Guidance Program;"

To guide and counsel individuals and groups of students through the development of educational and career plans, which may include:

1. Meeting with students whose names appear on the low grade list for each marking period and, if appropriate, formulating a plan of action for success involving the student and the parent;

2. Planning and/or promoting programs which enhance the academic, social or emotional growth of students, e.g., Curriculum Fair, Career Fair, Underclass Honors Assembly & Senior Honors Program, Graduation, opportunities for student enrichment and/or remediation, scholarship opportunities and parent informational programs;

3. Meeting with seniors once each semester and mailing updates on their graduation status to their parents;

4. Working with students who have discipline, attendance and academic problems and are referred by teachers, parents or administrators;

5. Insuring that students are aware of requirements for graduation and college admission, as well as any NCAA requirements that may be necessary for athletic participation;

6. Guiding each student to choose courses consistent with his/her interests, abilities and career plans;

7. Helping students develop post-secondary educational plans in accordance with their interests, abilities and career plans;

8. Assisting students with the completion of college admissions applications;

9. Organizing and promoting standardized assessment opportunities and interpreting test results to students and/or parents on request;

10. Assisting the principal in the preparation of diploma lists and identification of honor graduates in preparation for the Senior Honors Program and Graduation;

11. Assuring that appropriate, accurate information is maintained in each student's permanent, cumulative record; and

12. Making necessary schedule changes for individual students that are both appropriate for their abilities and aligned with their educational and career plans.

To facilitate small groups for individual students with identified, common needs

To consult with and serve as a resource for students, staff and parents regarding developmental needs of students, which may include:

1. Identification and referral of students for Child Study Meetings;

2. Creation and oversight of Section 504 plans;

3. Active participation in Special Education meetings

4. Conference with individual students who have experienced a death in the family or serious illness and notification of their teachers.

5. Work with teachers to better help them understand students with physical or emotional challenges.

To refer students and parents/guardians to appropriate school and community resources;

To participate in, coordinate, conduct activities which contribute to the effective implementation of the high school component of the K-12 guidance curriculum;

To evaluate and revise the building guidance and counseling program;

To assist in the development of a District Assessment Program and the interpretation of testing and assessment results related to career guidance; and

To continue personal professional growth and development.

Other duties as assigned by the administration

Apply online at www.cityscapeschool.org. 

 

School Counselor-Elementary job with Broward County Public Schools

https://www.topschooljobs.org/job/1070995/guidance-counselor-elementary/

Executive Director/Chief Executive Officer: Our Mothers Home of Southwest Florida

 

Our Mothers Home of Southwest Florida

 Job Description

 

Job Title:                             Executive Director/Chief Executive Officer

Reports to:                        Board of Directors          

The Executive Director is the Chief Executive Officer and key management leader of Our Mothers Home of Southwest Florida, Inc. (OMH.). The Executive Director is responsible for overseeing the administration, programs and strategic plan of the organization. Other key duties include fundraising, marketing, and community outreach. The position reports directly to the Board of Directors.

 

GENERAL RESPONSIBILITIES

1)  Board Governance:  Works with board in order to fulfill the organization mission.

·        Responsible for leading OMH in a manner that supports and guides the organization’s mission as defined by the Board of Directors.

·        Responsible for communicating effectively with the Board and providing, in a timely and accurate manner, all information necessary for the Board to function properly and to make informed decisions.

 

2)   Financial Performance and Viability:   Develops resources sufficient to ensure the financial health of the organization.

·        Responsible for fundraising and developing other revenues necessary to support OMH’s mission.

·        Responsible for the fiscal integrity of OMH, to include submission to the Board a proposed annual budget and monthly financial statements, which accurately reflect the financial condition of the organization.

·        Responsible for fiscal management that operates within the approved budget, ensures maximum resource utilization, and maintenance of the organization in a positive financial position.

 

3)   Organization Mission and Strategy:  Works with board and staff to ensure that the mission is fulfilled through programs, strategic planning and community outreach.

·        Responsible for implementation of OMH’s programs that carry out the organization’s mission.

·        Responsible for strategic planning to ensure that OMH can successfully fulfill its Mission into the future.

·        Responsible for the enhancement of OMH’s image by being active and visible in the community and by working closely with other professional, civic and private organizations.

 

4)   Organization Operations:  On behalf of the organization oversees and implements appropriate resources to ensure that the operations of the organization are appropriate.

·        Responsible for the hiring and retention of competent, qualified staff.

·        Responsible effective administration of OMH’s operations.

·        Responsible for signing all notes, agreements, and other instruments made and entered into and approved by the Board of Directors, behalf of the organization.

 

Actual Job Responsibilities

1.      Report to and work closely with the Board of Directors to seek their involvement in policy decisions, fundraising and to increase the overall visibility of the organization.

2.      Supervise, collaborate with organization staff.

3.      Strategic planning and implementation to include further development of additional revenue avenues or programs.

4.      Planning and operation of annual budget.

5.      Maintain compliance by meeting and sustaining government and other regulatory standards.

6.      Pass favorably the annual OMH audit.

7.      Serve as OMH’s primary spokesperson to the organization’s constituents, the media and the general public.

8.      Establish and maintain relationships with various organizations and utilize those relationships to strategically enhance OMH’s Mission.

9.      Engage in grant writing, fundraising, donor relations, and developing other revenues.

10.   Oversee marketing and other communications efforts.

11.   Support organization’s Board and Committee meetings.

12.   Establishing employment and administrative policies and procedures for all functions and for the day-to-day operation of the nonprofit.

13.   Review and systematically re-bid contracts for vender and other services.

14.   Other duties as assigned by the Board of Directors.

 

Professional Qualifications Needed:

·        A bachelor’s degree.

·        Transparent and high integrity leadership.

·        Five or more years senior nonprofit management experience.

·        Experience and skill in working with a Board of Directors.

·        High level strategic thinking and planning. Ability to envision and convey the organization’s strategic future to the staff, board, volunteers, grantors, and donors.

·        Ability to effectively communicate the organization’s mission to donors, volunteers, grantors, and the overall community.

·        Demonstrated ability to oversee and collaborate with staff.

·        A history of successfully generating new revenue streams and improving financial results.

·        Active fundraising experience. Excellent donor relations skills and understanding of the funding community.

·        Previous success in establishing relationships with individuals and organizations of influence including funders, partner agencies and volunteers.

·        Solid organizational abilities, including planning, delegating, program development and task facilitation.

·        Strong financial management skills, including budget preparation, analysis, decision making and reporting.

·        Strong written and oral communication skills.

·        Strong public speaking ability.

·        Strong work ethic with a high degree of energy.

·        Basic understanding of the Form 990.

 

Compensation includes achieving specific metrics for evaluation of performance plus Executive Director Achievement Bonus

 

Exempt Status, Benefits and Paid Time off

 

Earn your Master's Degree in Counseling

 The next deadline to apply is FEB 1, 2021. FGCU Department of Counseling https://www.fgcu.edu/mariebcollege/Counseling/ #theFGCUeffect