Lead Student Assistance Counselor (12 month) Position Available In Jefferson, Alabama

Lead Student Assistance Counselor (12 month) Vestavia Hills Board of Education – 4.8 Vestavia Hills, AL Job Details Full-time $62,288 – $119,966 a year 1 day ago Qualifications Addiction counseling Mid-level Master’s degree Case management Social Work 1 year Communication skills Time management Full Job Description

VESTAVIA HILLS CITY SCHOOLS JOB TITLE

Lead Student Assistance Counselor

QUALIFICATIONS

: 1. Master’s Degree in clinical social work (or related field) with valid Alabama licensure 2. Knowledge of and clinical experience working with youth: substance abuse and mental health issues; individual, group and family counseling; case management; crisis prevention, intervention, and management; implementing and facilitating K-12 curriculum-based programs; utilizing community resources 3. Ability to establish credibility with all constituents, effectively manage sensitive issues, and work with all levels of an organization 4. Excellent interpersonal, organizational, time management, and problem-solving skills 5. Experience in a school setting, preferred 6. Ability to deal with confidential and sensitive information in a professional manner 7. Must meet background clearance as specified by Alabama statutes and State Board of Education regulations.

FLSA:

Exempt

REPORTS TO

: Director of Student Services

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT

: Salary and benefits shall be paid consistent with the system’s approved compensation plan. Length of the work year and hours of employment shall be those established by the system.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

: Provides leadership and supervision with K-12 Student Assistance Counselor(s), prevention/intervention activities and services, and data collection. Serves as District Mental Health Service Coordinator in compliance with ALSDE to enhance student assistance and school mental health services as part of the district tiered systems of support. Maintains school-based and district data regarding Student Assistance services, referrals, etc. Conducts and documents Student Assistance Counselor meetings. Assists with development, implementation and monitoring of district behavioral protocols including suicide protocol and threat assessments. Participates in regular meetings with Director of Student Services and other leaders as needed. Consults and assists with district crisis prevention, management, and stabilization. Coordinates District Threat Assessment Team and Training. Coordinates the revisions and updates to the threat assessment process and maintains threat assessment data for the district. Serves as the head of the District CARE Team. Collaborates with K-12 teachers, staff, and parents in understanding and meeting student needs. Serves as a liaison between student, home, school, and community resources. Manages contract therapy providers including the referral process, progress monitoring and on-going case collaboration. Provides counseling, skills training, support services, and case management for students who have or are at risk of developing significant problem behavior(s) that may impair their ability to effectively participate and benefit from their education. Utilizes data and best practice to assess student needs for improved academics, attendance, and discipline. Serves as an active participant in Problem Solving Teams. Works collaboratively with school counselors and other district personnel. Utilizes data to assess the needs of students and utilizes optimal services to intervene, support, and highlight improved indicators in the areas of academics, attendance, and discipline. Maintains relationships with community partners and resources. Assists district or school personnel in communications with the Department of Human Resources, Juvenile Court, and other agencies in cases of child abuse and neglect. Appropriately documents and maintains confidentiality regarding student records and data. Facilitates student, parent, faculty, and community in-service and trainings. Conducts parent conferences. Adheres to local Board policies and procedures, and other like directives, as well as state, federal, and local laws. Assists the Director of Student Services and Student Assistance Counselor. Abides by professional Code of Ethics. Maintains professional growth and licensure. Assumes other reasonable job-related duties as assigned by the immediate supervisor.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

: Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information. Effective communication and interpersonal skills. Physical and emotional ability and dexterity to perform required work and move about as needed in a fast-paced, high-intensive work environment.

EVALUATION

: Performance of this job will be evaluated in accordance with provisions of the Board’s policy on evaluation of personnel. This job description describes the general nature and level of work performed by employees assigned to this position. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all job qualifications and responsibilities, and the employee may be required to perform other related duties as assigned. The Vestavia Hills City Board of Education reserves the right to amend the job description as needed.

SOURCE :

Vestavia Hills City Schools, Vestavia, Alabama Vestavia Hills City Schools (VHCS) does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, or age in its programs and activities and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups. The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding the non-discrimination policies: Meredith Hanson, Director of Personnel/Section 504/Title IX Coordinator, at 1204 Montgomery Highway, Vestavia Hills, AL 35216. For further information on notice of non-discrimination, visit https://ocrcas.ed.gov/contact-ocr for the address and phone number of the office that serves your area, or call 1-800-421-3481.