School Counselor
Company: Ser Metro Detroit Michigan
Location: Dearborn
Posted on: August 1, 2022
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Job Description:
Job Description JOB TITLE: School Counselor DEPARTMENT: SER
YouthBuild Learning Academy DIVISION: SER Metro Charter School
LOCATION: SER Workforce Center & Samaritan Center REPORTS TO: Dean
of Climate and Culture CLASSIFICATION: Full-Time APPROVED DATE:
7/15/2022 JOB SUMMARY: The SER Metro School Counselor will work to
support the social, emotional and academic well-being of the
students by providing the necessary counseling. This can be helping
students through social and emotional challenges or liaising with
other agencies and organizations outside the school. The Counselor
may also help students with course planning and applying for
post-secondary education. Leads professional development workshops.
ABOUT SER LEARNING ACADEMY: SYLA is an alternative high school for
youth ages 16-21. Its model combines classroom instruction by a
certified teacher with enabling students to learn a trade while in
school, providing learners with the knowledge, skills, and
self-discipline necessary to become successful citizens in a global
society. At SYLA, you will be part of a team that believes in this
mission and makes real impact in young people---s lives. ESSENTIAL
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: -- Provides culturally responsive
individual and small group counseling to students with identified
concerns and needs -- Responds effectively to crises affecting
students and faculty -- Adheres to laws, policies, procedures and
ethical standards for the counseling profession -- Monitors student
academic performance, behavior, attendance and assists with
appropriate interventions -- Support the Dean of Culture with
addressing inappropriate student behaviors through individual or
group restorative practices -- Assists with transcripts and the
graduation progress planning -- Assists administration and
recruitment team with presentations and the development of
recruitment strategies -- Develops and maintain contacts with
social service, law enforcement, private and public agencies --
Leads professional development workshops/trainings for staff --
Facilitates parent workshops on health and wellness, college and
career readiness -- Meet with juniors and seniors throughout the
school year -- Assist Senior Class with Xello to fulfill their
graduation requirements -- Maintains necessary and accurate records
for the school profile, graduation progress and school state
reporting -- Provides support with planning and implementation of
Student Assemblies -- Maintains appropriate confidentiality
regarding students -- Supports and collaborates effectively with
all stakeholders -- Serves as the Student Council Co-Advisor --
Assists with the planning and implementation of all school related
activities -- Composes reports, memos, letters, procedures, manuals
etc. for the purpose of documenting activities, providing written
reference and conveying information regarding all aspects of the
position -- Attends required meetings and trainings as required by
the Principal, School Administration, SER Management Company or
School Board -- Additional duties as assigned by supervisor
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES: N/A JOB QUALIFICATIONS: -- MA/MS in
Counseling from an accredited college -- 3-5 years of experience
with individual and group counseling -- Exceptional interpersonal
communication, computer and organizational skills -- Ability to
interact with students, parents and staff in a positive and
productive manner. -- Ability to work with parents, students,
faculty, post-secondary educational representatives and community
partners -- Ability to maintain confidentiality -- Ability to help
students gain an awareness of interests and abilities -- Ability to
understand student maturity levels and the process of goal
selection -- Ability to understand the unique social-emotional
needs of individual students -- Experience working in an urban
setting -- Proficiency in each student management system;
FileMaker, MiStar and APEX Learning -- Proficiency in Microsoft
Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Access) and online
sourcing tools with functional knowledge of internet use for search
platforms. -- Must possess the ability to remain composed and work
effectively during high pressured and stressful situations --
Demonstrates proficiency in the use of office equipment -- Must
possess the ability to prioritize assignments, multi-task, meet and
manage deadlines -- Must represent SER Metro at all times in a
positive and professional manner -- Must be willing to work a
flexible schedule -- Must possess and provide a valid Michigan
Driver's License. Incumbent must also have reliable transportation
PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The physical demands described are representative
of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform
the essential functions of this position. While performing the
duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to see, talk
and hear. The employee is frequently required to stand, walk, sit
for extended periods of time, and have sufficient hand, arm, and
finger dexterity to operate a phone, computer keyboard, and other
office equipment. Must be able to lift a minimum of 20 pounds. WORK
ENVIRONMENT: The work environment characteristics described here
are representative of those an employee encounters while performing
the essential functions of this job. - This job operates in a
normal school environment with a noise level, which is at times,
moderately loud with little discomfort due to noise, dirt, dust and
the like. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such
as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets and fax
machines. Equal Opportunity Employer This job description is
intended to describe the general nature and level of work being
performed by a person assigned to this job. It is not to be
construed as an exhaustive list of all job duties and
responsibilities that may be performed by a person so classified.
Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change or new ones may
be assigned at any time with or without notice. Apply now Visit:
sermetro.org/apply to be considered for this position. Company
Description Since 1971, SER Metro-Detroit has consistently
maintained a high-performance record in the skills training and
placement of consumers into unsubsidized employment in the private
sector and in providing employers with a diverse, qualified
workforce. The means by which our mission of cultivating a
qualified, skilled and adaptable workforce for metropolitan Detroit
and the global economy is reflected in our name: SER: Service,
Employment, and Redevelopment. SER Metro-Detroit works to give each
consumer of services the resources needed to create a life of
self-sufficiency and self-fulfillment. SER program mix includes:
literacy and education, job readiness skills training, occupational
skills training, vocational skills training, job seeker and
employer services, welfare reform programming, economic and
community development, employment, and extensive youth programming.
The services delivery system includes the active participation of
the public and private sectors, education, and government. SER
Metro-Detroit staff of committed individuals is a major asset to
those whom we serve, as is the network of business partners, human
services agencies, faith-based organizations, workforce development
partners, educators, employers, state and government agencies and
other stakeholders. Please visit our website
http://sermetro.org/about-ser/ SER Metro-Detroit is an equal
opportunity employer funded in part by the Michigan Department of
Career Development and the Detroit Employment Solutions
Corporation. SERCO, INC- SER Metro-Detroit's subsidiary company To
learn more about SERCO, please visit our website at
www.sercohq.com
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