School Counselor (K-8th Grade) at Christel House Academy, Inc.

Indianapolis, Indiana, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

20 Feb, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

22 Nov, 25

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Collaboration, Communication, Counseling, Crisis Intervention, Social Work, Behavioral Strategies, Parent Engagement, Case Management, Risk Assessment, Professional Development

Industry

Education Administration Programs

Description

Description At Christel House Indianapolis, we strive to create empowering opportunities through a rigorous and holistic education for all Christel House Indianapolis students and alumni, so they actualize their aspirations and develop effective leadership skills. Christel House Indianapolis students and graduates are world changers. Everyone. Every day. Around the world, Christel House students are empowered to realize their full potential and supported in an environment that allows them to learn and grow as individuals. Their experience is grounded in four foundational values of responsibility, respect, integrity, and independence that were put in place by our founder, Christel DeHaan. Christel House Indianapolis is currently seeking a K-8 School Counselor. Requirements: Master degree in School Counseling, Mental Health Counseling or Social Work Ability and willingness to work collaboratively; maintaining cooperative and effective working relationships Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing Ability to report to work on a regular and punctual basis An agreement with the mission statement and goals of Christel House Academy and Christel House International Job Tasks: Identifies and assesses academic problems through analysis of factors impinging on student adjustment. Counsel students and/or families regarding issues including mental health, substance abuse, physical abuse, social adjustment, truancy, behavioral issues, and school adjustment. Positively promote collaborative processes in educational planning for students by encouraging parent/guardian participation in the school setting. Determine and implement appropriate therapeutic strategies to effect changes in behavioral and social interactions of students and their families. Collaborate with school staff in implementing strategies to promote student learning. Provide crisis intervention services. Provide social work case management for students and families. Provide staff consultation on behavioral, emotional, and environmental issues affecting student participation in the learning process. Complete risk assessments on referred students. Maintain case history records and prepare reports. Encourage parent and community involvement, obtain information for parents when requested, promptly return phone calls and answer emails. Maintain a working knowledge of available resources for students and their families. Participate in appropriate professional activities Other duties assigned. What We Offer: Opportunity to serve and make a huge difference in students’ lives. Competitive salary and health care options. Employer contributions to retirement plans. Referral bonuses. A complete application requires the following: Current resume (please include an email address). Contact information for at least three (3) professional references (References should include candidates’ supervisor in his/her current position and most recent prior position, or student teaching supervisors). Applicants should disclose any criminal arrests or convictions in the application process. A successful applicant will be required to submit to a national background check. Christel House Schools is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Questions? Contact Talent@chschools.org

Responsibilities

The School Counselor identifies and assesses academic problems, counseling students and families on various issues. They collaborate with school staff to promote student learning and provide crisis intervention services.