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Adjustment Counselor
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Ralph C. Mahar Regional School District
Orange, MA (In Person)
$69,504 Salary, Full-Time
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Job Description
Position:
Adjustment CounselorREPORTS TO
PrincipalRESPONSIBILITIES
- Provides a comprehensive school counseling program for students in PreK6
- Supports students academic, social, emotional, and behavioral development
- Provides individual and small-group counseling services as appropriate
- Implements developmentally appropriate classroom guidance lessons
- Assists students in developing problem-solving, conflict resolution, and self-regulation skills
- Collaborates with administration and staff to support a positive school climate and culture
- Participates in student support meetings and multidisciplinary teams
- Assists with crisis intervention and response as needed
- Maintains appropriate documentation and confidential student records
- Supports attendance initiatives and family outreach efforts
- Assists with transition planning between grade levels and schools
- Provides consultation and support to teachers and families regarding student needs.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
- Communicates effectively and professionally with students, families, staff, and community agencies
- Collaborates with teachers, administrators, school psychologists, adjustment counselors, nurses, and outside providers
- Participates in IEP, 504, SST, and other student support meetings as required
- Maintains respectful, collegial, and collaborative relationships with colleagues.
- Adheres to ethical standards and confidentiality requirements
- Maintains accurate and timely records and documentation
- Participates in professional development and ongoing learning opportunities
- Supports the extracurricular and community life of the school
- Adheres to and upholds school rules, procedures, and district policies
- Reflects positively on the Orange Elementary Schools community
- Contributes positively to the professional culture of the school.
QUALIFICATIONS
- Appropriate Massachusetts DESE Licensure required
- Experience working with elementary-aged students is preferred
- Strong interpersonal, communication, and collaboration skills required
- Knowledge of social-emotional learning, trauma-informed practices, and behavioral interventions preferred.
Salary:
$45,174- $93,835 (subject to change
- due to pending contract negotiations) based on experience and credentials.