Parker Academy is searching for a full time (32-40 hours) School Counselor to provide support to its unique population of students, families, and faculty. The ideal candidate will have a passion for helping at-risk adolescents succeed in school and in life. They will be expected to collaborate with a clinical team including Occupational Therapy, Speech Therapy, Special Ed coordinator and teachers to integrate interventions into classroom and social settings. This position has flexible hours with pay commensurate with experience.
Duties:
- Ability to conduct individual and group counseling sessions effectively
- Assist students in developing emotional resilience, coping strategies and healthy relationships with peers, staff and family/caregivers.
- Coordinate with a clinical team including OT, SLP, Special Ed coordinators and teachers to integrate interventions into classroom and social settings.
- Provide interventions and strategies for students facing a myriad of challenges from PTSD, Mood disorders, ADHD, and ASD.
Requirements
- Licensed psychologist, social worker, or school counselor
- The ideal candidate has experience working with at-risk adolescents
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Trauma-informed, Strength-based approach
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We are a diverse education environment.
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Candidates must be comfortable working with students of all different backgrounds.