Job Description

CSA School District is seeking a School Guidance Counselor  to join an outstanding, hardworking team at CSA’s high school campus located in Brighton.

Why choose CSA District?

Charyl Stockwell Academy (CSA) District is a public school academy that serves approximately 1,250 students Kindergarten through High School. Since opening its doors in 1996, the CSA District has received the earned distinction as a School of Excellence due to its academic achievement, and is ranked in the top 10% of all public schools in the state of Michigan. Holding high expectations for academic performance and strong character, the CSA District is a highly competitive and desired school of choice in Livingston County. The student population of the CSA District reflects small, balanced mixed-ability classrooms, including students that are academically gifted.

We are seeking a compassionate, dedicated, and skilled School Guidance Counselor to join our team. The School Counselor will provide comprehensive counseling services to students in a supportive and empathetic environment. This role is essential in fostering students' academic, social, and emotional growth while promoting a positive school climate. The ideal candidate will work collaboratively with students, parents, educators, and the community to facilitate student success.

Responsibility:

Essential Duties:

• Provide individual and group counseling to students to address personal, social, academic, and emotional challenges.

• Develop and implement counseling programs that support student achievement and well-being.

• Conduct and develop assessments to identify students’ needs and develop customized intervention plans.

• Collaborate with teachers, administrators, and parents to support student development and address specific concerns.

• Offer crisis intervention and support for students facing immediate emotional or behavioral challenges.

• Facilitate workshops and presentations for students, parents, and staff regarding mental health, coping strategies, and academic success.

• Maintain accurate and confidential records of student interactions and counseling sessions.

• Advocate for students’ needs and connect them with appropriate resources and services, both within and outside the school.

• Stay informed about best practices in counseling and education, as well as current trends and developments in student mental health.

• Maintaining a safe and positive environment for all students

• Maintaining effective communication with students, parents, and school staff

• Regular and predictable attendance

Cognitive Demands:

• Establishing routines and procedures

• Maintaining a safe and orderly environment

• Create and implement assessment and intervention plans

• Participate in continuous professional development and maintain licensure/certifications as required.

• Effective oral and written communication skills

• Cultural awareness and empathy towards students and families

• Critical thinking

Physical Demands:

• Occasionally lift/move objects weighing up to 25lbs

• Stand and walk frequently

• Occasionally sit on the floor or bend down/squat

• Withstand all demands presented by outside weather conditions at any time of the year

• Withstand a moderate noise level

• Be able to perform first aid/CPR if necessary

• Assist/lift students, as necessary

Qualifications:

• Master's degree in School Counseling, Psychology, Social Work, or a related field.

• Valid School Counselor Certification.

• Previous experience in school counseling or a similar educational setting is preferred.

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to build rapport with students, staff, and parents.

• Knowledge of counseling techniques, crisis intervention strategies, and student development theories.

• Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information with discretion.

• Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities effectively.

Company Benefits:

• Health Insurance: Medical, Vision, & Dental Plans

• 4% 401(k) company contribution 

• 4% 401(k) company match

• Life, ADD, STD, LTD 100% paid by the employer

• Voluntary Plans Available

For more information about CSA, visit their website at . 

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