PURPOSE: Leads in the implementation of best practices in the areas of school counseling, student support, social emotional learning and other related factors to promote student learning and success. The Student Services Program Coordinator will help analyze academic, behavioral and social/emotional issues that are impacting student achievement and then, in coordination with a wide variety of stakeholders, develop processes, protocols and initiatives that are implemented by School Counselors, The Stronger Connections Grant and others to improve student behavior, progress and achievement while reducing negative behavior, absences and academic challenges.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Education/Certification:

Master's degree

Skill/Experience Requirements:

Three (3) to Five (5) years related professional experience as a School Counselor, in a K- 12 environment, preferred. Two (2) years in a leadership role, preferred

Grant, writing, implementation, analysis, monitoring, and evaluation, preferred

Ability to implement, review, report and evaluate grant strategies

Ability to coordinate, develop and provide professional development for staff

Excellent time management skills and ability to prioritize

Self-motivated and detailed oriented

Exceptional verbal and written communication skills

Ability to communicate and work collaboratively with diverse teams and individuals

Knowledge of school counseling practices and procedures

Knowledge of laws, regulations, and policies related to exceptional education, 504 and the SST process

Knowledge of SEL and positive behavior support and intervention programs

Ability to effectively direct, plan, implement and evaluate programs in a school-based environment

Ability to interpret policy and procedures

Ability to be flexible and adapt to changing initiatives and work environment/expectations

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Student Services Program Coordinator must collaborate with district and campus staff to implement district-wide initiatives, to assist with the oversight, implementation monitoring and evaluation of the Stronger Connections Grant, as well as identify effective school counseling programs, and provide resources, support and training Assist campus administrators with evaluation and written documentation for the Stronger Connections Grant, counseling program and services

Assist in the development and implementation of policy and procedures

Provide leadership for the integration of school counseling programs and services with

current PK-12 curriculum at individual buildings related to college and career readiness and social and emotional learning

Assist in the oversight of areas related to Student Services and School Counselors, such as Homebound Education, 504, implementation of counseling and guidance curriculum, review of behavior and academic data

Assist in the identification of At-Risk students and ensuring student needs are being met through the monitoring of supports being provided

Builds partnerships, provides training, conducts analyses, and continues the continuous loop of improvement

Provide resources, support and assistance to campus staff in areas related to Student Services and School Counseling

Provide professional development in the areas related to Student Services based on identified need and campus request

Collaborate with community agencies and businesses to establish working relationships in order to provide resources and services for campuses, students and families Other duties as assigned

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:

N/A

Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors:

Posture: Prolonged sitting; frequent standing, kneeling/squatting, bending/stooping, pushing/pulling, and twisting

Motion: Frequent walking

Lifting: Regular light lifting and carrying (less than 15 pounds);

Environment: Work inside, may work outside

Frequent travel between all district facilities

Mental Demands: Maintain emotional control under stress; may work prolonged or irregular hours

This document describes the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties that may be assigned or skills that may be required