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Intern Counselor I

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An Academic or Guidance Counselor provides guidance to students in elementary, middle and high schools to help them succeed academically and socially. Works with school teachers and administrators to address problems that affect student performance, and identifies resources for students and families. Helps high school students to plan academic course work and advises on the college search and application process.

$84,262 / year median in California

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Intern Counselor I at Westside Union School District Print Application Deadline 9/2/2026 3:30 PM Pacific Date Posted 8/26/2026 Contact Ana Minghelli 661-722-0716 77444 Number of Openings 2 Salary Single Rate $220 Daily Length of Work Year 2026-2027 Semester 1 Employment Type Part Time Opening 08/26/2026 Closing 09/01/2026 by 3:30 pm Job Summary Job Summary Four days per week. Hired on quarterly basis. MOU from university required. Job Description /
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CERTIFICATED SERVICE JOB SPECIFICATION JOB CLASS
COUNSELORS LEVEL:
I POSITION TITLE
COUNSELOR
CLASS DEFINITION
Positions within this class are characterized by assignment to a specific school or schools as either the counselor or guidance administrator. Levels within this class are differentiated by virtue of the number of schools and programs served, the grade levels of the facilities to which the assignment is made, and the level of education and experience required to perform the specifications of the assignment. Positions within this class may answer to the chief administrator of the facility or to the Counselor II position, depending upon the assignment.
POSITION DEFINITION
Under the immediate supervision of the principal to help plan and develop guidance programs in relation to the needs of the pupils.
EXAMPLES OF DUTIES
  • Helps each pupil develop self-understanding, self-acceptance, and decision-making competencies.
  • Counsels with pupils and parents of pupils who exhibit academic, social, or emotional problems which adversely affect optimum educational development.
  • Plans jointly with administrators, teachers, counselors, and other appropriate district staff members for educational programming for pupils.
  • Recommends and arranges placements for pupils in specialized district programs in consultation with the principal, parents, and directors of special district programs.
  • Investigates and implements district policy in emergency situations involving pupils (suicide threats, battered children, sex offenses, pregnancies, narcotics, and assaults) which occur or are discovered in the school setting, acting upon the request of school administrators and working with parents, legal authorities, medical doctors, and other concerned.
  • Collaborates with law enforcement, mental health, and family service agencies in cooperatively attempting to remedy problems involving pupils.
  • Performs other duties as assigned.
  • Participates cooperatively with the principal or his designee to mutually develop the system by which he will be evaluated in conformance with the district's uniform guidelines for evaluation and assessment.
  • Keeps case records and provides summaries or written referrals to appropriate agencies.
  • Keeps well informed of regulations and laws dealing with youth and or current policies and procedures of all community mental health and social agencies.
  • Interprets the school program and Guidance Services Department functions to individuals and community groups as requested.
  • Maintains professional competence through participation in in-service education activities provided by the district and/or self-selected professional growth activities.
  • Responsible to assist with student intervention and/or classroom supervision.
EMPLOYMENT STANDARDS
  • Holds a valid and current California General Pupil Personnel Services or Standard Designated Services in Pupil Personnel Services credential.
  • Master's Degree in school counseling, including all courses needed to meet credential requirements.
  • Successful experience in the field of education or school social work.
  • Classroom credential and teaching experience required.
PHYSICAL ABILITIES
___ Visual capability to read handwritten or typed documents, and the display screen of various office equipment and machines ___ Able to conduct verbal conversation in English and other designated languages ___ Able to hear normal range verbal conversation (approximately 60 decibels) ___ Able to sit, stand, stoop, kneel, bend, walk ___ Able to stand in one space for sustained periods ___ Able to lift up to 20 pounds frequently and 50 pounds occasionally ___ Able to push and pull objects weighing up to 100 pounds ___ Able to exhibit full range of motion for shoulder external rotation and internal rotation ___ Able to exhibit full range of motion for shoulder abduction and adduction ___ Able to exhibit full range of motion for elbow flexion and extension ___ Able to exhibit full range of motion for back flexion ___ Able to exhibit full range of motion for hip flexion and extension ___ Able to exhibit full range of motion for knee flexion ___ Able to exhibit manual dexterity needed to operate a computer and other classroom and office equipment
CERTIFICATED SERVICE JOB SPECIFICATION JOB CLASS
COUNSELORS LEVEL:
I POSITION TITLE
COUNSELOR
CLASS DEFINITION
Positions within this class are characterized by assignment to a specific school or schools as either the counselor or guidance administrator. Levels within this class are differentiated by virtue of the number of schools and programs served, the grade levels of the facilities to which the assignment is made, and the level of education and experience required to perform the specifications of the assignment. Positions within this class may answer to the chief administrator of the facility or to the Counselor II position, depending upon the assignment.
POSITION DEFINITION
Under the immediate supervision of the principal to help plan and develop guidance programs in relation to the needs of the pupils.
EXAMPLES OF DUTIES
  • Helps each pupil develop self-understanding, self-acceptance, and decision-making competencies.
  • Counsels with pupils and parents of pupils who exhibit academic, social, or emotional problems which adversely affect optimum educational development.
  • Plans jointly with administrators, teachers, counselors, and other appropriate district staff members for educational programming for pupils.
  • Recommends and arranges placements for pupils in specialized district programs in consultation with the principal, parents, and directors of special district programs.
  • Investigates and implements district policy in emergency situations involving pupils (suicide threats, battered children, sex offenses, pregnancies, narcotics, and assaults) which occur or are discovered in the school setting, acting upon the request of school administrators and working with parents, legal authorities, medical doctors, and other concerned.
  • Collaborates with law enforcement, mental health, and family service agencies in cooperatively attempting to remedy problems involving pupils.
  • Performs other duties as assigned.
  • Participates cooperatively with the principal or his designee to mutually develop the system by which he will be evaluated in conformance with the district's uniform guidelines for evaluation and assessment.
  • Keeps case records and provides summaries or written referrals to appropriate agencies.
  • Keeps well informed of regulations and laws dealing with youth and or current policies and procedures of all community mental health and social agencies.
  • Interprets the school program and Guidance Services Department functions to individuals and community groups as requested.
  • Maintains professional competence through participation in in-service education activities provided by the district and/or self-selected professional growth activities.
EMPLOYMENT STANDARDS
  • Holds a valid and current California General Pupil Personnel Services or Standard Designated Services in Pupil Personnel Services credential.
  • Master's Degree in school counseling, including all courses needed to meet credential requirements.
  • Successful experience in the field of education or school social work.
PHYSICAL ABILITIES
___ Visual capability to read handwritten or typed documents, and the display screen of various office equipment and machines ___ Able to conduct verbal conversation in English and other designated languages ___ Able to hear normal range verbal conversation (approximately 60 decibels) ___ Able to sit, stand, stoop, kneel, bend, walk ___ Able to stand in one space for sustained periods ___ Able to lift up to 20 pounds frequently and 50 pounds occasionally ___ Able to push and pull objects weighing up to 100 pounds ___ Able to exhibit full range of motion for shoulder external rotation and internal rotation ___ Able to exhibit full range of motion for shoulder abduction and adduction ___ Able to exhibit full range of motion for elbow flexion and extension ___ Able to exhibit full range of motion for back flexion ___ Able to exhibit full range of motion for hip flexion and extension ___ Able to exhibit full range of motion for knee flexion ___ Able to exhibit manual dexterity needed to operate a computer and other classroom and office equipment
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Superintendent or designee Requirements / Qualifications Credential authorizing service as a School Counselor Classroom Credential and Teaching experience preferred Teaching Credential Preferred Requirements / Qualifications Credential authorizing service as a School Counselor Classroom Credential and Teaching experience preferred Teaching Credential Preferred Links Related To This Job California Credentialing Information Language Arts StudyGuide Math Study Guide View Other Job Desc. / Ess. Elem. CalSTRS Links Not all postings qualify for CalSTRS. Informational Only. CalSTRS Info for New Educators
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