Counselor - Elementary (Temporary)

School Counselor The job of school counselor is done for the purpose of coordinating a comprehensive counseling program for all students in the district based on the Oregon Framework for School Counseling Programs and its components (Guidance Curriculum, Individual Planning, Responsive Services, System Support, and Student Advocacy), and to provide services to all students in the academic, career, community involvement, and personal/social domains in concert with school staff, parents, the community, and the students themselves.

The school counselor implements the Individual Planning Component by guiding individuals and groups of students and their parents through the development of plans that lead to educational and career successThe school counselor, in collaboration with parents and staff, helps students plan toward success through goal-setting and organizational skills The school counselor provides accurate and appropriate interpretation of assessment data and the presentation of relevant, unbiased information The school counselor implements the Responsive Services Component through the use of individual and small group counseling, consultation, and referral The school counselor provides counseling for individuals and small groups of students with identified needs/concerns The school counselor consults with parents, teachers, administrators and other relevant individuals to meet student needs The school counselor assists with referrals in collaboration with parents, administrators, teachers, and other school personnel The school counselor implements the System Support Component through counseling program management and support for other educational programs The school counselor administers and evaluates a comprehensive and balanced counseling program in collaboration with school staff The school counselor provides support for other school programs and carries out "fair share responsibilities" as appropriate The school counselor implements the student advocacy component to achieve student successThe school counselor works proactively to remove personal and social barriers to learning The school counselor empowers students to be advocates for themselves and others The school counselor fulfills professional responsibilities The school counselor uses communication and positive interaction with the entire school community The school counselor is committed to ongoing growth The school counselor possesses professional and responsible work habits The school counselor follows the profession's ethical and legal standards and guidelines, as well as promotes cultural diversity and inclusivity in school policy and interpersonal relationships