Licensed School Counselor (LCSW, LMFT, LPC) Dysart ACES Integrated

Position Summary

At the Austin Centers, the School Counselor plays an essential role in the success of our students.  It is the responsibility of the school counselor to provide services to students in order to facilitate academic, personal/social, and career competencies. The counselor will work with students, staff, families, and members of the community as an integral part of the education program. The counselor will promote school success for all students by providing academic advisement, prevention and intervention activities. This is a unique position, as the counselor will travel between the (2) Dysart Integrated campuses roughly 5 miles away from each other in El Mirage, AZ.

Essential Functions Licensed Counselor (LCSW, LMFT, LPC)

Develop and monitor intervention strategies to increase academic success

Assist with conflict resolution and anger management

Help students develop appropriate social interaction skills

Provide individual and group counseling

Provide crisis intervention

Work with parents to facilitate support for academic and behavioral improvements

Assist parents in accessing and utilizing school and community resources

May facilitate special interest programs (i.e. support groups, parenting groups)

Assess students with mental health concerns

Provide staff training and information to better understand factors affecting student behavior

Develop in-service training as needed

Assist teachers with behavior management and provide direct in-class support as needed

Attend IEP meetings as needed

Skilled in positive behavior interventions and strategies, restorative practices and  trauma informed practices

Build strong relationships with students, staff and families

Knowledge, Skills, and Ability Education/Certification/Experience

Bachelor’s Degree, required, Masters’ Degree, preferred, in Social Work or Counseling

Must hold state counselor license

1 year experience as a counselor or social worker in a school setting.

May be required to split time between multiple campuses, based on student need. Must have reliable transportation and valid drivers license.

Demonstrated computer proficiency

Benefits:

401(k)

Health insurance

Health savings account

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Employee assistance program

Paid time off

Paid training

Professional development assistance

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Pay Range

$58,000—$80,000 USD