Crossroads Counselor

CROSSROADS COUNSELOR 1.0

JOB STATUS: OPEN

POSTING NUMBER:

SCHOOL YEAR:

CALENDAR:
Traditional

POSTING NUMBER:

LOCATION:

576:

ATRISCO HERITAGE ACAD

POSITION TITLE:

CROSSROADS COUNSELOR 1.0

JOB DESCRIPTION:

To develop and implement a comprehensive counseling program to address the academic, career and personal/social goals for students at risk of abusing illegal substances.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

* Main responsibility:
High School Level Substance and Drug Abuse Prevention Counselor/ Instructor/ Team Member.

* Develops and implements a comprehensive counseling program which aligns with the APS Counseling Resource Guide.

* Plans and implements the counseling program to address the academic, career and personal/social needs of every student.

* Coordinates delivery of an annual needs assessment for the counseling program.

* Delivers the four program components: the counseling curriculum, individual student planning, responsive services and system support.

* Provides short-term individual and group counseling opportunities for students to promote school success, personal growth, self-understanding, communication, problem solving and decision-making skills.

* Assists families by providing referrals to outside services for students with acute or chronic substance abuse/mental health needs.

* Orients students and parents regarding current and future educational goals and career objectives.

* Assists in curriculum development, professional development and identification of interventions to assist students.

* Consults with administration, staff and parents regarding substance abuse/mental health issues in order to assist students with attitude, learning and/or behavioral problems.

* Serves on the school health/wellness team.

* Completes and submits the monthly counselor accountability report to the Counseling Manager.

* Evaluates the counseling program on an annual basis for continuous improvement.

* Regularly attends APS district counseling meetings to keep current on policies, procedures and best practices regarding school counseling programs and issues.

* Serves as a Parent Involvement Program Facilitator.

PREFERRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES AND

EXPERIENCE:

* Valid certification or license as alcohol and drug counselor and/or five years of clinical experience in the area of chemical dependency and working with youth and families in drug and alcohol field.

* Experience working in Substance Abuse Prevention and/or skills working with adolescents/youth within school settings.

* Effective communication skills, both verbal and written.

* Flexibility, organization, decision-making and problem solving skills.

* Interpersonal skills with diverse populations both in-person and on the telephone.

* Ability to meet deadlines, work on multiple projects, and coordinate the work of others.

* Knowledge of District policies on immunization, medication, first aid, emergencies and child abuse/neglect.

* Knowledge of all laws, regulations and guidelines affecting teachers and students.

* Knowledge of effective classroom management techniques.

* Ability to maintain positive relationships with students, parents, community members and staff.

REQUIREMENTS:

* Master's degree in Counseling.

* Valid New Mexico License in School Counseling.

* Three years of experience in a public school setting or counseling environment.

* Counseling skills in a range of diverse needs, including college/career information and mediation/conflict resolution.

CONTACT INFORMATION:

For detailed information about position, please contact District Counseling department at .

Contact:
Charae Archibeque at  / charae.archibeque

APPLY TO:

WWW.APS.EDU/JOBS

Certified Application

ADDITIONAL INFO:

SALARY:
Schedule A

DAYS: 190

HOURS:

START DATE:

8/4/26