Middle School Counselor/ Social Worker SY 26-27

Middle School Counselor/ Social Worker

SY 26-27

Chino Valley USD 51 Heritage Middle School - Chino Valley, Arizona This job is also posted in Chino Valley Unified District Job Details

Job ID:

5722568

Application Deadline:

Posted until filled

Posted:

Yesterday

Starting Date:

To Be Determined Job Description Seeking one (1) full-time Middle School Counselor or School Social Worker for the 2026-2027 school year. This is full-time position with benefits. The Chino Valley Unified School District is on a 4-day work week Monday through Thursday. Salary below includes $3,500 from Classroom Site Fund.

TITLE:

School Counselor/Social Worker

STATE CODE

601

REPORTS TO:

Building Principal

FSLA STATUS

Exempt

EXPECTATION FOR ALL EMPLOYEES

Supports the organization's mission, vision and values by exhibiting the following behaviors: excellence and competence, teamwork, innovation, respect, commitment to our community, accountability, ownership and a passion for working with youth.

POSITION SUMMARY

Guidance Counselors/School Social Worker to provide a comprehensive program which meets the needs of their assigned students. Counselors promote and enhance academic, personal, social, and career development of all students.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Instructs students in the Character Strong Program. Counsels and serves as a resource person for parents on concerns relative to their student. Identifies and verifies data for identifying students in "at risk". Provides individual and/or support groups to meet the remedial needs of students concerning divorce, incarceration, substance abuse, etc. Provide and support prevention programs including violence prevention, conflict resolution, anti-bullying strategies, peer mediation, and character education. Follow up individual and group counseling to monitor student progress. Identify cultural, ethnic, financial, physical and emotional challenges which might be negatively impacting students' success and provide support to mitigate barriers. Adhere to and support board policy, school guidelines, administrative rules and directives. Advocate on behalf of the student and/or his/her family. Take all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students. Submit required reports promptly and accurately. Communicates effectively with students, professional staff, parents and community in a positive manner. Consults with school administrator, faculty and other personnel. Works cooperatively with the staff to provide information concerning student needs. Conferences with students, teachers, parents, and other relevant individuals concerning grades and works together for improvement. Provide school-to-career guidance activities using all resources available. Uses computer to access data regarding schedules, assessment/achievement, transcripts, demographics, and family. Maintain qualification of the grant. Performs miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS REQUIREMENTS

Must have or be able to obtain a valid Arizona Counselor Certificate or School Social Worker Certificate. Must have or be able to obtain a valid Arizona IVP Fingerprint Card. Bilingual (Spanish) preferred, not required. Knowledge of children's mental health and behavioral issues. Understand classroom and pedagogical concerns. Have experience in consulting with parents, teachers, school administrators and others to conduct assessments and make recommendations.

EDUCATION AND WORK EXPERIENCE

Bachelors or Masters degree or higher from an accredited college or university preferred.

WORKING CONDITIONS

X Work Environment involves no physical risks or hazardous conditions Work environment involves slight physical risks that require basic safety precautions (safety glasses, lab coats, rubber gloves etc.) Work environment involves exposure to potentially dangerous materials and situations that require following detailed safety precautions (such as wearing respirators, handling hazardous materials, and working with industrial machinery.)

PHYSICAL EFFORT

Rarely Occasionally Routinely Often (0-5%) (6-25%) (26-75%) (over 75%) Sitting _____ __X__ _____ _____ Standing _____ _____ __X__ _____ Bending/Stooping _____ __X__ _____ _____ Crawling/Kneeling __X__ _____ _____ _____ Climbing __X__ _____ _____ _____ Pushing/Pulling __X__ _____ _____ _____ Lifting (Under 10 lbs.) __X__ _____ _____ _____ Lifting (10 Lbs. Or more) _____ __X__ _____ _____ Carrying (Under 10 lbs.) __X__ _____ _____ _____ Carrying (10 lbs. or more) __X__ _____ _____ _____ Reading documents for general understanding _____ _____ __X__ _____ Reading Documents for analytical purposes or high degree of accuracy _____ _____ _____ __X__ Viewing Video Terminals _____ __X__ _____ _____ Other (Describe below) _____ __X__ _____ _____ Describe "Other": Walking______________________________________________________

GENERAL INFORMATION

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature of work being performed by individuals assigned to this position. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, and skills required of personnel so classified. All requirements are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. Some requirements may exclude individuals who pose a direct threat or significant risk to the health and safety of themselves or other employees. This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying this position. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform other job-related duties requested by their supervisor. Requirements are representative of minimum levels of knowledge, skills and/or abilities. To perform this job successfully, the incumbent will possess the abilities or aptitudes to perform each duty proficiently. This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an "at-will" employment relationship. ___________________________________________________ ___________________________________ Name Date

NON-DISCRIMINATION STATEMENT

The Chino Valley Unified School District does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex (including sexual orientation and gender identity and expression), age, disability, veteran or military status, religion, or genetic information in the admission or access to, treatment, or employment in its educational programs or activities. Inquiries or complaints concerning discrimination may be referred to the District's Compliance Officer at 928-636-2298.

Position Type:

Full-Time

Salary:

$56,417 to $74,796 Per Year