Looking for a candidate who can adapt to an ever-changing environment and work with students in grades K-12 in a counseling capacity. Knowledge of tech systems related to student scheduling is a plus. 

Academic Development

• Advise students  on credits required to successfully complete the Michigan Merit Curriculum.
• Monitor students’ overall academic performance and collaborate with staff members to develop necessary academic supports for students.
• Consult with individual students/parents to discuss academic gaps and research potential supports or interventions.
• Advise  students on dual enrollment opportunities and/or early middle college opportunities.

Career Development

• Assist  students in developing a post-secondary plan, also known as an Educational Development Plan
• Provide resources to students to engage in career exploration opportunities.
• Facilitate  college representative visits, military exploration opportunities, and financial aid workshops/assistance for students and parents
• Advise students on potential Career and Technical Education opportunities that provide them with career exploration, work-based learning experiences and opportunities to earn certifications and credentials leading to entry-level employment.

Social/Emotional Development

• Provide  responsive services to meet the needs of students, including individual, group and crisis response counseling
• Assist  students in developing positive relationships with peers and adults (restorative practices)
• Assist students who may be experiencing difficult life circumstances
• Connect students and families with community resources 
• Assist students in developing healthy coping strategies for successful school and life transitions
• Assist students in developing interpersonal communication skills
• Deliver preventative services to classrooms of students at all age/grade levels

Advocacy and Leadership

• Advocate for school counseling programs and positive learning environments that focus on student learning and achievement by collaborating and connecting with teachers, administrators, staff, parents, and the community
• Demonstrate a commitment to continuous learning and professional growth
• Attend Student Assistance Team meeting and collaborate with peers to assess struggling students and determine next steps in a multi tiered program as it relates to the whole child