Genetics Counselor provides genetic counseling and education to individuals and families at risk for hereditary disorders. Obtains and analyzes family medical history to identify patients at risk for specific disorders or syndromes. Being a Genetics Counselor recommends genetic testing as warranted and counsels patients on test results, treatment and alternative coping methods. May provide crisis intervention as needed. Additionally, Genetics Counselor requires a master's degree of Genetic Counseling. Typically reports to a manager or director. Requires board certification from the American Board of Genetic Counseling (ABGC) or American Board of Medical Genetics (ABMG). Typically requires a state license to practice. Genetics Counselor's years of experience requirement may be unspecified. Certification and/or licensing in the position's specialty is the main requirement. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)
Position Type:
Licensed: Special Services/Counselor
Date Posted:
12/5/2022
Location:
S.O.A.R. Academy High School
Date Available:
ASAP
JOB TITLE: Alternative Pathways School Counselor
LOCATION: SOAR Academy High School
WORK YEAR: 192 work days, 7.5 hours/day, Monday - Friday
WORK STATUS: Licensed Full Time, Exempt
REPORTS TO: School Principal
This position is for the 22/23 school year and is probationary unless the selected candidate is hired after the first student day. Per Master Agreement, when a position is filled after the opening of school by an individual who was not employed by the District in the previous school year, that employee will receive a one-year temporary contract.
POSITION SUMMARY:
The alternative pathways school counselor position is considered a leadership position within the school and it will be important for the candidate to have understanding of collaboration, innovation, and post-secondary pathways. The candidate will have already been a high school or middle school counselor and has a thorough understanding of the job responsibilities described below. Also, the candidate that we seek understands at-risk youth and the flexibility needed to support their post-secondary plans, including college access, career planning and/or career awareness activities. This position works predominantly with SOAR Academy students, staff, and parents, but will also coordinate bridging efforts with our high school post-secondary team to build and provide opportunities for alternative graduation pathways and supports for all secondary students within the Sheridan school district.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Mission Driven School Leadership
Inter-agency Development
Data Driven Decision Making
Social Emotional Support
Culture, Climate, & Collaboration
Proactive problem solving
POSITION REQUIREMENTS:
Required:
Special Service Providers must hold a valid Colorado Authorization.
Master’s degree in school based counseling
Preferred:
Bilingual Spanish preferred
Previous counseling experience
SUPERVISORY DUTIES:
None
GENERAL EXPECTATIONS:
ESSENTIAL PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
Mostly clean; some noise; interactions with students with aggressive behaviors, medical needs or physical needs, generally in a general education classroom setting. May require responses to physical aggression of students or lifting of student, occasional lifting up to 50 pounds, frequent walking, standing, bending, kneeling and occasional sitting, reaching, stooping, and squatting.
CLEARANCE:
Must clear online background check and FBI Fingerprint check through Colorado Bureau of Investigation.
SALARY:
Placement on Licensed Salary Schedule based upon highest degree earned, college credits earned after highest degree and previous teaching experience. Current Board approved Licensed Salary Schedule, placement policy and Master Agreement are available for review on our district website at www.ssd2.org. Highest initial step placement on the Licensed Salary Schedule is Step 9.
BENEFITS:
Employees who are scheduled to work 30 or more hours per week are eligible to obtain district benefits which include medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance and supplemental benefits. Positions that qualify for benefits also qualify for leave which could include vacation and daily leave to be determined by the position and number of days assigned. Sheridan School District No. 2 is a public employer and participates in the Colorado Public Employees' Retirement Association (PERA). Eligible employees are required by statute to contribute 11% of salary on a pre-tax basis to PERA.
APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS:
All interested and qualified applicants must complete an online application at www.ssd2.org. Incomplete applications and resumes received in lieu of applications will not be considered. Selected applicants will be contacted for an interview. This position will close once the vacancy has been filled.
Job Type: Full-time