Job Title: Director, Guidance and Counseling Wage/Hour Status: Exempt
Reports to: Executive Director of Guidance and Counseling Pay Grade: Admin Pay 6
Dept. /School: Guidance and Counseling Days: 227
Supervises: SEL Coordinator
Primary Purpose:
Direct and manage Social-Emotional learning
Assist the Executive Director with overseeing the Comprehensive Guidance and Counseling Program, College and Career Advisors, and Student Assistance Services Counselors
Qualifications:
Education/Certification:
Masters in School Counseling from an accredited college or university
TEA Professional School Counselor Certification
Valid Texas Standard Principal or Mid-Management certification (preferred)
Licensed Professional Counselor or Clinical Social Work Licensure (preferred)
Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the Board may find appropriate and acceptable
Special Knowledge Skills:
Knowledge of counseling theories, skills and services.
Knowledge of comprehensive guidance and counseling program
Knowledge and skills in laws as it relates to the counseling profession
Knowledge of state graduation requirements
Knowledge of the state assessment requirements
Knowledge of academic, social and emotional needs of student
Knowledge of college and career opportunities for students
Ability to manage budget and personnel
Ability to coordinate district function
Ability to implement policy and procedures
Ability to interpret data
Strong organizational, communication, public relations, and interpersonal skills
Experience:
Minimum of 5 years successful elementary and/or secondary school counseling experience
Major Responsibilities and Duties:
Guidance and Counseling Program Management
Oversee the planning and implementation of the Social-Emotional Learning of adults and students district-wide including professional development, curriculum and strategic planning
Facilitate and coordinate counseling services which target students' personal, academic, and social growth in the educational setting
Coordinate the District and State mandated Counseling Program Development and PK—16 impact
Develop and support a comprehensive counseling program collaborating efforts between the guidance counselors and Student Assistant Services counselors
Coordinate staff development and training for counselors that addresses the Foundation Graduation Plan with Endorsement, P-16/Career and Technical program impact, and other legislative reforms
Coordinate staff development and training for professional growth in counseling skills;
Coordination of crises management for the district as it relates to the counseling department
Provide leadership and technical assistance to counselors in formulating and implementing effective counseling programs and services
Provide leadership and technical assistance to College and Career Advisors in formulating, implementing and promoting an effective college readiness program;
Provide assistance to counselors in developing and implementing a program of public information which advocates for the student services a counselor provides
Inform counselors of current policies, ethical standards, updates and pertinent information
Act as a liaison and advocate for the guidance and counseling progra
Collaborate with the Career and Technical Education department in providing career awareness, dual course offerings and P-16 guidance activities
Collaborate with school counselors and the To and Through Department