.5 FTE High School Counselor - Bend Senior High School - Temporary

Bend-La Pine Schools is committed to the principle of equity.
Equity supersedes the notion of equality, where all are treated the same.
Pursuing equity requires the removal of barriers and the promotion of inclusive practices so that all students fully benefit.
The principle of equity will inform all BLS policies, regulations, programs, operations, practices, and resource allocations.
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JOB DEFINITION: The Counselor is responsible for developing, implementing and managing a comprehensive school counseling program to serve the academic, social, and career development needs of students.
The primary purpose of the comprehensive school counseling program is the support of the instructional and academic goals of Bend-La Pine Schools.
NATURE AND SCOPE OF WORK: ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS: Uses data to develop and inform the development of the school counseling program and evaluates the program’s impact on the school’s instructional goals.
Coordinates comprehensive school counseling program.
Supports the transition of student records and data between school years related to the school counseling program, such as ensuring proper and accurate student schedules, supporting the registration process and using data to support student planning.
Collaborates on the development and management of comprehensive school counseling program with the school administrator or instructional leader.
Communicates and shares the goals of the comprehensive school counseling program to education stakeholders including students, families and community partners.
Develops and maintains a written plan for effective delivery of the school counseling programs that are aligned with the ASCA National Standards for School Counseling Programs.
Provides both direct and indirect services to students through preventative and responsive services, development and management, system support and accountability.
Designs, implements and assesses the guidance curriculum.
Utilizes responsive counseling, initiating individual and group sessions for students’ academic, social and personal concerns.
Consults with families and educators to assess student needs and interests and to discuss appropriate recommendations for educational options.
Plans and coordinates and provides classroom guidance sessions to meet the identified guidance and counseling competencies in the areas of academic achievement, career and educational development, and personal and social development to assist student in developing decision-making skills and identifying life goals.
Assesses student needs and makes referrals to appropriate school resource personnel, social agencies, community agencies and alternative programs.
Prepares students for life’s transitions, such as education, work, career.
Advertises course offerings to students and supports the scheduling process when appropriate.
Collaborates with parents/guardians and educators to assist students with educational and career planning.
Guides, coordinates and supports other school staff in implementing counseling program.
Uses responsive counseling strategies to establish relationships and collaborate with educators, students, families and community partners which reflect recognition of and respect for each individual.
Promotes an understanding and appreciation of diverse population and cultures.
Assists families in obtaining services for their children through an appropriate referral and follow-up process.
Assists teachers in understanding their students, including providing and interpreting student data.
Provides in-service training on topics related to the school counseling program and supporting student achievement.
WORKING CONDITIONS: The employee works with groups of students and on a one-to-one basis.
Students include those who may be physically and mentally challenged, learning disabled, emotionally disturbed and culturally different.
Supervision and instructional responsibilities require the employee to be able to stand for up to 45 consecutive minutes and move rapidly to intervene in situations where a student's safety is being jeopardized.
The employee needs to be able to lift materials, boxes or equipment weighing up to 30 pounds.
The employee must be tolerant yet assertive in order to communicate effectively in confrontational and emotional situations involving students and their parents/guardians.
Confidentiality is a top priority for the person in this position.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES: Knowledge: Current concepts, procedures and methods for guidance and counseling.
Laws, rules, policies and trends regarding guidance and counseling.
Course scheduling and student registration procedures.
Behavior management techniques and communication techniques.
Computer technology as it relates to counseling services.
Conducts at minimum a yearly program audit to review the extent and quality of program implementation.
Uses all available data, including academic grades, behavior referrals, and attendance data to identify students in need and to deliver services.
Interprets tests, student data and other assessment results appropriately in the counseling environment for the purpose of developing and implementing academic plans for individual students.
Skills and Abilities: Possess the physical ability to regularly attend work and fulfill the essential functions of the position, with or without reasonable accommodation.
Commitment to Equity: Passionate about closing the achievement gap and ensuring that every child, regardless of background or circumstance, receives an excellent education.
Leadership: Coaches, mentors, and challenges others to excel despite obstacles and challenging situations.
Focus on Data-Driven Results: Relentlessly pursues the improvement of central office performance and school leadership, instruction, and operations, and is driven by a desire to produce quantifiable student achievement gains.
Innovative Problem-Solving: Approaches work with a sense of possibility and sees challenges as opportunities for creative problem solving; takes initiative to explore issues and find potential innovative solutions.
Adaptability: Excels in constantly changing environments and adapts flexibly in shifting projects or priorities to meet the needs of a dynamic transformation effort; comfortable with ambiguity and non-routine situations.
Teamwork: Increases the effectiveness of surrounding teams through collaboration, constant learning and supporting others; sensitive to diversity in all its forms; respects and is committed to learning from others.
Dependability: Does whatever it takes to consistently deliver with high quality under tight deadlines; successfully manages own projects through strong organization, detailed work plans, and balancing of multiple priorities.
Communication and Customer Service Skills: Communicates clearly and compellingly with diverse stakeholders in both oral and written forms; anticipates and responds to customer needs in a high-quality and courteous manner.
Ability to learn the student information system.
Ability to analyze data to inform work and decision making, analyze and evaluate available data, assess student needs and develop and implement procedures and policies to support student achievement.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: Perform the duties as required by the Teachers Standards and Practices Commission (OAR 584-20-000 to 035).
Master’s Degree from an accredited college or university in school guidance and counseling.
Meets the T.
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certification requirements for school guidance and counseling and retains a current and valid certification as a professional counselor.
Familiarity with Family Education Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA), The ASCA National Model: A Framework for School Counseling Programs, ASCA National Standards, ASCA School Counselor Competencies, ASCA Ethical Guidelines and ASCA School Counselor Performance Standards.
CERTIFICATION AND LICENSING: Hold or be eligible to qualify for an Oregon School Counseling License.
Please Provide: Resume Cover Letter 3 Letters of Recommendation Transcripts License