Work as an effective member of a multidisciplinary team with teachers, therapists, and other specialists /educational staff. Foster strong therapeutic relationships with students that support engagement at school and in progress towards individualized goals. Assist with academic instruction, providing individual and group instruction, as directed. Aid in the implementation of classroom modifications and accommodations as identified by students' individualized education plans (IEP) or other plans... more details
Classroom Counselor
Job LocationsUS-CA-San Leandro
Job ID
2024-8391
Category
Direct Care
Job Type
Regular Full-Time
Overview
Are you a skilled and compassionate counselor who is passionate about helping students achieve academic and personal success? Join our team at Seneca Family of Agencies as a Classroom Counselor and make a positive impact on the lives of students with emotional and behavioral challenges. Apply now to help us provide comprehensive mental health services that promote academic growth and social-emotional well-being.
Seneca’s James Baldwin Academy is hiring a Classroom Counselor to guide grades 5-12 students to success no matter what challenges they may be facing. Our Classroom Counselors collaborate with Special Education Teachers, School Therapists, and Education Leaders to foster classrooms where students’ therapeutic, behavioral, and academic needs are met. In five small classrooms, they provide individualized attention and direct instruction in core areas to help students make adequate yearly progress on their Individualized Education Plan (IEP) goals while adhering to a general education standards-based curriculum.
Seneca Family of Agencies is dedicated to providing traditionally marginalized communities with a network of outstanding mental health, community-based, and educational services. We’re also committed to building a diverse staff and strongly encourage people of color to apply. Our programs are deeply engaged in conversations and training onDiversity, Equity, and Inclusion to bring equity and justice to the youth and families we serve.
Responsibilities
Work as an effective member of a multidisciplinary team with teachers, therapists, and other specialists /educational staff
Foster strong therapeutic relationships with students that support engagement at school and in progress towards individualized goals
Assist with academic instruction, providing individual and group instruction, as directed
Aid in the implementation of classroom modifications and accommodations as identified by students’ individualized education plans (IEP) or other plans
Provide direct behavioral intervention that decreases engagement in behaviors that have impeded school success and increases engagement in replacement behaviors that support academic learning, positive relationship building, and effective community participation
Provide effective supervision of students at all times to maintain safety
Utilize crisis communication and de-escalation techniques as per Seneca's Equilibrium model training
This may include intervening with the clients' behavioral program through physical management of the clients, if applicable. Training in additional crisis intervention modalities such as CPI may be required
Contribute to a strong school culture by participating in or leading activities that celebrate success and promote joy. This may include small group activities, classroom activities, and school-wide activities
Communicate effectively with families and all others involved in the daily life of the student, including other Seneca programs or outside agencies
Complete required data collection and service documentation to measure the effectiveness of services, inform team decision making, and/or engage in service billing
Transport clients to and from school as needed with the proper documentation on file with Human Resources
Demonstrate professional behavior at all times in accordance with Seneca's mission and philosophy
All other duties as assigned by program, region, and agency leadership
Qualifications
Education/Experience Requirements:
Bachelor’s degree OR
Associate degree or equivalent + 1 year of applicable experience OR
High School Diploma/GED + 2 years of applicable experience
Applicable experience can include paid or unpaid experience working with youth or families, working in a classroom setting working in a mental health setting, providing academic support to youth, or providing crisis support to youth
Ability to work as a member of multi-disciplinary team
At least 21 years of age
TB test clearance, fingerprinting clearance, and any other state/federal licensing or certification requirements
Valid driver's license, clean driving record, and insurability through Seneca Family of Agencies’ insurance policy
Proof of up-to-date COVID-19 vaccination or an HR-approved medical/religious exemption
Schedule
School based Schedule
Monday to Friday: 8 AM- 4:30 PM (ability to work occasional flexible schedule when the school needs vary)
5 weeks of paid time off, 11 paid holidays, and 14 paid school break days
Benefits
Now hiring for the upcoming academic year!
Starting at $24.72 -$27.22 per hour
As of July 7th, this starting range will increase to $25.46 -$27.96 per hour
Actual salary dependent on creditable experience above the minimum qualifications for the role
Opportunity for a salary increase upon passing a bilingual language proficiency exam
Salary increases each year
Comprehensive employee benefits package:
Medical, dental, vision, chiropractic, acupuncture, and fertility coverage
Long-term disability, family leave, and life insurance
Partially paid premiums for dependants
403b retirement plan
Employer-Paid Assistance Plan
5 weeks of flexible paid time off, 11 paid holidays, and additional paid school break days
Abundant professional development opportunities, including:
Fully-funded embedded bachelor's degree program through Reach University
Substantially funded embedded MSW or Education Specialist programs at various universities
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