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.
Student Wellness Specialist (49%)
Walton County GA
Board of Education - MONROE, Georgia This job is also posted in Walton County GA
Job Details
Job ID:
5892501
Application Deadline:
Posted until filled
Posted:
Yesterday
Starting Date:
Immediately
Job Description
Overall Purpose The Student Wellness Specialist will provide direct, evidence-based mental and behavioral health services to support student and family well-being across all tiers of intervention (Tier 1, Tier 2, and Tier 3). Utilizing a data-driven approach, the Specialist will analyze student and school-level data to develop effective support plans and will guide, coach, and collaborate with district staff, schools, and families to foster a comprehensive, proactive system of wellness and academic support.
Essential Functions
Provides individual, group, and family mental health and wellness support services across the district/LEA, utilizing culturally competent and trauma-informed practices.
Conducts comprehensive needs assessments and develops evidence-based intervention and service plans for school-aged youth and families.
Utilizes student and school-level data to design, implement, and monitor plans of intervention and support across all tiers of intervention (Tier 1, Tier 2, and Tier 3).
Guides, coaches, and collaborates with school staff and colleagues on how to effectively analyze and utilize data to inform student support plans.
Collaborates on the implementation of student screenings and mental health trainings; reviews resulting data to facilitate appropriate follow-up care and assess level of care needs.
Communicates and works closely with district leadership, school administrators, and community partners to provide regular updates, share data insights, and ensure a cohesive system of support.
Attends workshops, conferences, and meetings as required to maintain licensure/certification and stay current on evidence-based practices.
Requirements
Master's Degree in a human services field.
Georgia certification or licensure (MSW, LPC, LCSW, LMFT, School Psychologist, School Counselor).
Prior experience and competencies working with school-aged youth and families experiencing mental health concerns; experience in providing interventions, counseling, groups to individuals or groups of school-aged youth and families. Physical Requirements
Occasional lifting, carrying, pushing, and/or pulling, frequent stooping, kneeling, crouching, and/or crawling and significant fine finger dexterity.
Generally the job requires 20% sitting, 40% walking, and 40% standing.
Education/Training
Maintains all licenses and certifications.
Clearances
Criminal Background Check FLSA Status/Work Calendar Exempt/200
