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ESE COUNSELOR, EXCEPTIONAL STUDENT EDU
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What they do
A Mental or Behavioral Health Counselor works with patients to treat mental health problems. Assesses patients and assists with diagnosis, counseling and crisis intervention. Consults with nurses, doctors and psychiatrists. May work with specific populations, such as youth, senior citizens or substance abusers, in group settings, facilities or hospitals.
$33,519 / year median in Florida
+20% projected growth
Job Description
ESE COUNSELOR, EXCEPTIONAL STUDENT EDU
Broward County Public Schools
•3.7 Miramar, FL Job Details 3 hours ago Qualifications Writing skills Computer skills Full Job Description
POSITION GOAL
To provide related services of counseling to ESE students in order for students to benefit from exceptional education. To provide ongoing counseling and support to ESE students for the purpose of improving emotional well-being and academic performance.
ESSENTIAL PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE
An earned master's degree in mental health counseling, school counseling, social work, psychology or marriage and family therapy from an accredited institution. A minimum of three (3) years within the last five (5) years of successful experience as a mental health counselor, school counselor, clinical psychologist, school psychologist, social worker or in a field related to the title of the position. A valid Florida license as a counselor in a mental health-related field, or certification in social work, or school counseling. Effective verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills. Computer skills as required for the position.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE SIGNIFICANT
CONTACTS-frequency, contact, purpose
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT LINK TO JOB DESCRIPTION
To review this position's complete job description, access the following website: https://www.browardschools.com/Page/36072 and search by Job Code. The Job Code for this position is:
KK-011 SKILLS COMPETENCIES CERTIFICATIONS LOCATION PREFERENCES/ADDITIONAL INFOR
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