Genetics Counselor jobs in Lawrence, MA
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)
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Counselor
- Oliver Partnership School
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Lawrence, MA
FULL_TIME
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DUTIES ASSOCIATED WITH THIS POSITION INCLUDE:
- • Provide mental health, behavioral and academic support to elementary age students
- • Provide direct counseling services for identified students.
- • Provide crisis management response and intervention outside of school hours as required.
- • Provide consultation and support for faculty & staff to meet the needs of identified students, including managing student referrals from School Counselors.
- • Manage student re-entry and transition from outside placements and hospitalizations.
- • Serve on student response team to manage the clinical needs of all students.
- • Consult with outside resources when student needs expand beyond the services of the school adjustment counselor.
- • Facilitate groups focused on adolescence, anxiety, depression, positive decision making, and other adolescent issues.
- • Assist school leadership to assess and address student needs.
- • Consult with school leadership regarding student behavior concerns and develop and facilitate the implementation of behavior plans as needed.
- • Additional duties as assigned by the Principal and/or Office of Student Support Services.
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COUNSELING SKILLS, ABILITIES, and KNOWLEDGE:
- • Experience counseling students in an urban school preferred.
- • Ability to speak Spanish strongly preferred. • Knowledge of tiered systems of support including the delivery of Tier 1 SEL Curriculum and supports.
- • Familiarity with the state and federal legal regulations governing special education, Section 504 and Section 51A
- • Clinical experience with students experiencing social, emotional, or behavioral issues.
- • Understanding of the impact of trauma on student learning and social emotional functioning.
- • Understanding of behavior management techniques and methods including date collection, functional behavioral assessments, and implementing behavioral intervention plans if necessary.
- • Citizenship, residency or work visa is required MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
- • Two to Three years of experience as a School Adjustment Counselor or School Social Worker preferred
- • Proven organizational skills • Excellent interpersonal relationship skills
- • Demonstrated communication skills
- • MA DESE Educator License – School Adjustment Counselor or School Social Worker Preferred
- • Master’s degree Preferred
- • Current authorization to work in the United States.
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Additional Requirements: ·Meets all mandated health screening requirements ·A record free of criminal violations that would prohibit public school employment. ·Adheres to the Licensure Code of Professional Conduct for Educators. ·Complies with drug-free workplace rules, board policies, and administrative guidelines/procedures. ·Ability to establish working relationships with co-workers and function as part of a cohesive team. ·Commitment to keep current with skills essential to the objectives of the position. ·Ability to facilitate student/family access to appropriate community resources. WORK YEAR: Full-time, 183 Days/Annually, Salary According to LTU Contractual Obligations
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- Spectrum Health Systems, Inc.
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Middleton, MA
FULL_TIME
- *Offering a $3,000 bonus!* Location: Essex County House of Correction in Middleton Schedule: 8:00am to 4:00pm, Monday-Friday Pay rate: $50,000-$60,000/annually depending on education Benefits: Health,...
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Adjustment Counselor
- James F. Hennessey School
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Lawrence, MA
FULL_TIME
- Master's Degree in Counseling, Guidance, Human Services, School Psychology, or Social Work Massachusetts Certification as a School Counselor, School Adjustment Counselor, Guidance Counselor, School So...
- 19 Days Ago
Housing Counselor
- ACT Lawrence
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Lawrence, MA
FULL_TIME
- HOUSING COUNSELOR (FULL-TIME) ORGANIZATION: ACT Lawrence is an award-winning non-profit community development corporation (CDC) whose mission is to empower people to achieve their financial goals and ...
- 20 Days Ago
Recruitment Counselor
- Northern Essex Community College
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Haverhill, MA
FULL_TIME
- Location: Haverhill, MA Category: Student Services and Support Posted On: Mon Apr 1 2024 Job Description: POSITION: Full-Time Recruitment Counselor: Recruitment Counselor; Enrollment Services; Haverhi...
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Recruitment Counselor
- Northern Essex Comm College
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Haverhill, MA
FULL_TIME
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Lab Director
- Variantyx
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Framingham, MA
- Variantyx is a technology-driven precision medicine company providing state-of-the-art diagnostic solutions for the rare...
- 4/26/2024 12:00:00 AM
Computational Health Informatics Data Manager
- Children's Hospital Boston
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Boston, MA
- 74833BRJob Posting Title:Computational Health Informatics Data ManagerDepartment:Medicine-Newborn MedicineAutoReqId:7483...
- 4/25/2024 12:00:00 AM
Clinical Research Coordinator
- Massachusetts General Physicians Organization
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Somerville, MA
- Job Description - Clinical Research Coordinator (3286800)Clinical Research Coordinator - ( 3286800 )We seek an organized...
- 4/24/2024 12:00:00 AM
Research Enrollment Coordinator
- Brigham & Women's Hospital(BWH)
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Boston, MA
- GENERAL SUMMARY/ OVERVIEW STATEMENT: Mass General Brigham Personalized Medicine is looking for a motivated and energetic...
- 4/24/2024 12:00:00 AM
eMERGE Research Enrollment Coordinator
- Partners Healthcare System
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Boston, MA
- GENERAL SUMMARY/ OVERVIEW STATEMENT: Mass General Brigham Personalized Medicine is looking for a motivated and energetic...
- 4/22/2024 12:00:00 AM
eMERGE Research Enrollment Coordinator
- Brigham and Women's Hospital
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Boston, MA
- GENERAL SUMMARY/ OVERVIEW STATEMENT: Mass General Brigham Personalized Medicine is looking for a motivated and energetic...
- 4/22/2024 12:00:00 AM
Research Enrollment Coordinator
- Partners Healthcare System
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Boston, MA
- GENERAL SUMMARY/ OVERVIEW STATEMENT: Mass General Brigham Personalized Medicine is looking for a motivated and energetic...
- 4/22/2024 12:00:00 AM
eMERGE Research Enrollment Coordinator
- Brigham & Women's Hospital(BWH)
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Boston, MA
- GENERAL SUMMARY/ OVERVIEW STATEMENT: Mass General Brigham Personalized Medicine is looking for a motivated and energetic...
- 4/22/2024 12:00:00 AM
About Lawrence, Massachusetts
According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 7.4 square miles (19 km2), of which 7.0 square miles (18 km2) is land and 0.4 square miles (1.0 km2) (6.07%) is water. Lawrence is on both sides of the Merrimack River, approximately 26 miles (42 km) upstream from the Atlantic Ocean. On the north side of the river, it is surrounded by Methuen. On the south side of the river, the town is bordered by North Andover to the east, and Andover to the south and southwest. Lawrence is approximately 30 miles (48 km) north-northwest of Boston and 27 miles (43 km) southeast of Manc...
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Income Estimation for Genetics Counselor jobs
$82,576 to $101,611
Lawrence, Massachusetts area prices
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What does a Genetics Counselor do?
Genetics Counselor in Kansas City, KS
From talking to our genetic counselor, advanced maternal age (being 35 or older) and advanced paternal age (not sure of the cut off) gets you automatically shunted into the 'go see the genetic counselor just for safety' category.
December 10, 2019
Genetics Counselor in Chattanooga, TN
Most people that seek out the services of a genetics counselor do so out of concern that a genetic disorder may be present in the family, because multiple pregnancies have been lost, or when an ultrasound suggests that a problem may be present.
February 10, 2020
Genetics Counselor in Santa Rosa, CA
Frequently Asked Questions About Genetic Counselors.
January 01, 2020