Counselor

Plans, coordinates, develops and implements an individual and group counseling program for assigned students.

MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Reviews detailed background file, conducts personal interview and tests as necessary to analyze and recommend a program for each assigned student.
• Provides continuous educational, vocational, personal and social adjustment counseling and direct aid on an individual and group basis; recommends necessary program modifications.
• Maintains up- to-date documentation, case notes and records using CIS, as well as other systems of documentation. Prepares AWOL reports and leave forms and verifies required information.
• Identifies and remediates student barriers to success and develops an individualized personal career development plan.
• Refers students for medical or psychiatric evaluation and takes remedial action as warranted.
• Refers students to other program areas such as transfers, extension or advanced programs, and college placement.
• Chairs student evaluation panels.
• Maintains contact with student’s family, guardian and/or probation officer; conducts home visits as necessary and utilizes community resources as needed.
• Conducts a variety of special programs such as human sexuality, sexual harassment, group relationships, self-esteem, anger management, conflict resolution, diversity, leadership and adjustment.
• Coordinates services and support for nonresident students including daily accountability follow up.
• Models appropriate behaviors, mentors students and monitors both positive and negative behaviors through interventions.

• Sound working knowledge of counseling techniques
• Demonstrated skills in identifying and evaluating the emotional needs of young adults
• Ability to quickly learn Job Corps methodologies
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Meticulous documentation/recording skills and attention to detail; excellent time management skills
• Computer literate with emphasis on Microsoft Word, Excel, Power Point and Outlook.

• Bachelor’s degree. Course work must include 15 credits of instruction in social services related fields.
• One year of experience in counseling or work related field.
• Must possess a valid driver’s license with an acceptable driving record.