Job Information
Helena School District School Counselor in Helena, Montana
School Counselor JobID: 2802
Position Type:
Elementary School Teaching/ Counselor
Date Posted:
4/16/2024
Location:
All Elementary Schools
Plans, organizes and delivers the district counseling program
Implements the district guidance curriculum through the use of effective instructional skills and careful planning of structured group sessions for all students
Implements the individual planning component by guiding individuals and groups of students and their parents or guardians through the development of educational and career plans
Provides responsive services through their effective use of individual and small-group counseling, consultation and referral skills
Provides system support through effective school counseling program management and support for other educational programs
Discusses the counseling department management system and the program action plans with the school administrator
Collects and analyzes data to guide program direction and emphasis
Monitors the students on a regular basis as they progress in school
Uses time and calendars to implement an efficient program
Develops a results evaluation for the program
Conducts a yearly program audit
Is a student advocate, leader, collaborator and systems change agent
Who we are looking for: To become part of this dedicated team, you have a Class six (6) Montana Specialist Certificate with a school counselor endorsement. The ideal candidate will possess multiple endorsement areas, and at least a year of successful experience in elementary school counseling. While performing the duties of this job, the employee may occasionally relocate items weighing up to 50 lbs. Specific vision abilities include read handwritten or typed material, and the ability to adjust focus. The position requires the individual to meet multiple demands from several people and interact with the public and other staff. How to Apply Complete the online application to include a cover letter and unofficial college transcripts. These positions are ongoing and applications are accepted immediately. Question? Email recruit@helenaschools.org (humanresources@helenaschools.org) . Important Notes * This recruitment may also be used to fill additional positions per business needs. * This position is covered by a collective bargaining agreement between the Helena School District and Helena Education Association. * Prior to employment, you must successfully complete the appropriate background check required for employment. The Helena School District is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, national origin, genetic information, sex, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, ancestry, marital status, military status, citizenship status, culture, social origin or condition, use of lawful products while not at work, political affiliation or a mental, physical or sensory disability, or by any other distinguishing characteristic if otherwise able to perform the essential functions of a job with reasonable accommodations. Persons with a disability who need assistance in the application process or those needing this announcement in an alternate format may email recruit@helenaschools.org or call (406) 324-2010. TTY users should first call 711 to access the Traditional Relay Service from Montana Relay.
District online application is available at: https://helenaschools.org/departments/human-resources/join-our-team/
Human Resources Office 1325 Poplar Street Helena, Montana 59601 Phone: (406) 324-2012