School Adjustment Counselor (SAC)

Full Time
Middleborough, MA 02346
Posted
Job description
While actual roles and responsibilities will vary depending on individual circumstances, the School Adjustment Counselor will generally be required to perform some or all of the following tasks. Note that this list is not all-inclusive and that the administration may also assign other tasks he/she deems appropriate.1. Maintain the highest and most appropriate learning expectations of students at all times as fostered by the school.2. Counsel students whose behavior, school progress, or mental or physical handicap or condition necessitates assistance.3.

Encourage parents and students to participate in the learning process through frequent and meaningful communication about students personal and academic progress.4. Assess students referred for counseling due to school adjustment concerns.5. Provide counseling interventions and social skills training in an individual/group setting.6. Consult with staff and parents regarding student concerns and refer to outside agencies as appropriate.7.

Facilitate the completion of Functional Behavior Assessments and Behavior Intervention Plans8. Actively participate in the Building Emergency Response Team and Child Study Team Meetings.9. Background knowledge of and experience with students who have emotional disabilities, autism spectrum disorders, and other social/adjustment challenges.10. Assists teachers and staff in behavioral interventions and strategies to assist learning.11.

Develop and implement a positive system of student recognition.12. Recommend change of class or school, special tutoring, or other treatment to assist in helping students succeed.13. Attempt to alter attitudes and behavior of parents and teachers that impede learning and personal growth.14. Ensure that all students are offered equitable opportunities to participate in school activities.15.

Provide resources for faculty and parents to address students needs.16. Present results of testing to staff and parents in a timely, effective, and professional manner.17. Establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships with all members of school community to carry out responsibilities.18. Provides assigned student population the help needed to become acquainted with the educational programs, support services, policies and procedures, and facilities of the school system.19.

Promotes student education awareness through online course selection process20. Assists the principal and the staff in online scheduling for the middle school to best prepare each student for a successful completion of the program 21. Process applications for Vocation Tech/Private Schools.22. Provide counseling services as defined in students IEP and 504 plans.23..

Other duties as reasonably assigned by the Principal, Assistant Principals, Director of Special Education and/or Director of Student Services

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