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School Counselor
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Hampton County School District · Brunson, United States Of America · Onsite
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- Office in Brunson
- Position Type:
School Counselor/School Counselor - Date Posted:
8/15/2025 - Location:
Brunson Elementary School - Closing Date:
Until Filled Additional Information: Show/Hide - Implements the school’s guidance curriculum. Develops and conducts developmental guidance lessons in the classroom and in large groups; facilitates the integration of the guidance curriculum into the educational curricula; selects topics and resources consistent with school identified objectives.
- Conducts orientation activities for new students; provides grade level transitional activities.
- Assists students in developing an educational plan. Assists with the placement and scheduling of students if position requires; assists teachers in early identification of learning problems.
- Assists students with course selections that are appropriate for graduation requirements and career plans if position requires. Accepts teacher referrals of students who are having problems at school
- Interprets standardized test results; assists the administration with state mandated and school testing programs.
- Conducts counseling sessions in response to identified needs of individuals and groups of students through individual counseling, crisis intervention and the formation and facilitation of student group activities.
- Counsels on various student issues including poor performance, advocacy, mediation of teacher-student differences, personal problems and concerns such as family issues, abuse, pregnancy, depression, substance abuse, relationships, peer group issues, etc.
- Responds to crisis situations to include altercations, illnesses or deaths, suspected child abuse and mandatory reporting of same.
- Assists administrators and teachers in obtaining psychological services for students.
- Responds to all situations in a timely manner; works with outside agencies in securing services for students.
- Maintains records based on legal and ethical guidelines to document interactions, interventions, and decisions.
- Refers students and parents to community agencies, programs, or specialists as appropriate.
- Maintains a listing of district and community resources consults and coordinates with community social service agencies.
- Responsible for the dissemination of career information and post high school education opportunities if position requires.
- Explores and evaluates student education, interest, skill, and personality traits and arranges for aptitude tests to assist students in setting realistic academic and career goals if position requires.
- Assists college bound and non-college bound students with career decisions if position requires.
- Coordinates career fair and employer information sessions if position requires.
- Coordinates college or trade school visits and tours. Works with students to develop job-search skills and provide assistance in locating and applying for jobs if position requires.
- Provides scholarship and financial aid information if position requires.
- Consults with and serves as a resource for teachers, staff, and parents regarding the developmental needs of students; conducts and facilitates conferences and in-service programs.
- Conducts or provides opportunities for parent education programs.
- Promotes public awareness of guidance services.
- Operates within the established school policies and procedures.
- Provides support for other school programs and personnel.
- Attends meetings, conferences, and in-service trainings to keep abreast of best practices and professional trends.
- Demonstrates regular and prompt attendance.
- Maintain confidentiality in the conduct of district business, act ethically, set priorities, and work well under pressure with attention to detail.
- Performs other related duties as assigned or requested by the Principal or Superintendent of Schools.
- Education and experience as required by state certification authorities.
- Masters in Guidance and Counseling with two years of teaching experience; or any equivalent training and experience which provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities.
- Proficient in computers and word processing software; or any equivalent combination of training software and experience that provide required knowledge.
- Supports the vision, mission and beliefs of Hampton County School District.
- Knowledge of legal and ethical practices and guidelines in Counseling, community information and referral services.
- Knowledge of counseling methods necessary for handling student academic and adjustment problems.
- Working knowledge of the practices, procedures and activities of career counseling if position requires.
- Knowledge of career resources, job search and assessment tools, internet resources, understanding of career development theory and job search methodologies and trends if position requires.
- Knowledge of graduation requirements, school policies and procedures, standard office practices, procedures and equipment, community linkages and referrals for student supportive services.
- Knowledge of the records, forms and reports which must be prepared and maintained.
- Knows how to keep abreast of changes in policy, standards, procedures, and regulations related to job functions
- Thorough knowledge of school District policies and procedures pertinent to the duties of the job.
- Thorough knowledge of handling discipline and working with students.
- General knowledge of student schedules and typical workloads.
- Knowledge of basic clerical functions and modern office procedures and equipment.
- Considerable knowledge of the County and School Board policies, procedures and standards regarding education.
- Considerable knowledge of the organization and communication channels of the school system.
- Considerable knowledge of the ethical guidelines applicable to the position as outlined by professional organizations and/or federal, state and local laws, rules and regulations.
- Ability to effectively express ideas orally and in writing.
- Ability to exercise considerable tact and courtesy in frequent contact with the public.
- Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships as necessitated by work assignments.
- Ability to counsel and advice students individually and in groups; interprets test results; work with underserved and at-risk students.
- Possesses the ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing; establishes cooperative working relationships in the course of performing assigned duties.
- Ability to develop and deliver lesson plans for presentations in the classroom and workshop settings.
- Ability to assist in the implementation of a comprehensive career guidance curriculum.
- Ability to comprehend, interprets, and applies state and federal regulations.
- Advanced human relations, communications and interpersonal skills, including the ability to communicate effectively with students and their parents, district staff, and all other groups involved in the activities of the job.
- Ability to complete, process, and maintain all required records, reports, and confidential student information.
- Ability to operate general office equipment in the performance of daily activities.
- Duties involve work in a school environment that is sedentary or may involve walking and standing.
- Must be able to talk, read and hear, and effectively perceive and exchange information in a variety of oral, written and/or printed formats.
- Requires the ability to apply judgment and complex logic in defining problems, collecting information, and drawing valid conclusions.
- Duties require the ability to effectively teach and counsel students, teachers, parents, community members and others.
- Must prepare reports, recommendations, correspondence, etc. in correct form including proper spelling, punctuation, and grammar.
- Duties require successful adaption to stressors, emergencies, interpersonal conflicts, volatile situations, tight deadlines, etc.
- Must be able to record and exchange data, follow or deliver verbal or written instructions, and make presentations to varied groups, including students.
- Must be able to read scientific, academic or counseling reports, texts, or journals and interpret/apply school or district policies and procedures.
- Must possess the ability to add and subtract, multiply and divide, determine decimals and percentage, and apply statistical analysis.
- Must be able to compare and analyze information in numeric or symbolic form, and appropriately process colors and shades of color.
- Must have sufficient hand, eye and foot coordination to use or operate standard office equipment, items, and supplies.
- Duties of the job require routine keyboard operations and the frequent use of a computer monitor and related equipment. Duties may involve the exertion of up to 10 pounds of force on a recurring basis.
- Ability to make decisions in non-routine situations requiring good judgment.
- Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with students, teachers, parents and other individuals/groups with interest in the District.
- Ability to handle disciplinary actions and disruptions.
- Strong organizational skills.
- Ability to plan, organize and prioritize daily activities.
- Ability to operate general office equipment in the performance of daily activities.
- School environment with little significant exposure to environmental conditions. Requires ability to work under a degree of stress related to duties that require constant attention and working with students.
- Conducts duties in a classroom environment with some exposure to environmental conditions, primarily due to the outside supervision of students.
- Occasional local travel required; occasional overnight travel required.
- Job requires the operation of standard office equipment.
- Physical demands are restricted to general office activities requiring movement/lifting items weighing up to 50 pounds.
- Requires ability to work under a degree of stress related to duties that require meeting tight deadlines, considerable attention and working with both adults and students.
| School Counselor | JobID: 447 |
| Daily Hours | 8.00 | |
| Work Days | 210 | |
| Degree Level | Minium Salary | Maximum Salary |
| Bachelors | $53,605.26 | $69,078.95 |
| Masters | $58,026.32 | $75,434.21 |
| Masters +30 | $59,684.21 | $77,921.05 |
| Doctorate | $62,447.37 | $86,763.16 |
| Job Summary |
| Under general supervision assists the entire school community in the development of a positive school environment that enhances self-concept and self-worth. Reports to the school principal. |
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| 1. Supervises Guidance Department Staff as designated. |
| Disclaimer Statement |
| This job description is not intended as a complete listing of job duties. The incumbent is responsible for the performance of other related duties as assigned/required. The administration has the exclusion right to alter this job description at any time without notice. |
