School Counselor

We are seeking a compassionate, knowledgeable, and student-centered School Counselor to join our dedicated educational team. The ideal candidate will play a pivotal role in supporting students and their families, helping them navigate academic, personal, and social challenges to ensure every student can realize their full potential. With a deep understanding of psychosocial development and the diverse influences of family, community, and culture, the School Counselor will be an essential partner in fostering a supportive and inclusive learning environment.

Dominion Care is a premier provider in which our passionate and innovative team will deliver sustainable, quality, whole-person care through a full continuum of therapeutic services to empower individuals in the development of skills necessary for success. We envision a society in which all people achieve their full potential for health, education, and well-being across the lifespan. As a Dominion Care employee, you will enjoy:

Competitive Pay! Starting pay from $60,000 up to $65,000, based on experience

Dominion Care Employee may be eligible for the following Perks & Benefits:

College Tuition Reimbursement Millage Reimbursement Dental & Vision Medical insurancePTOProfessional Development Training AAA Discounts Employee Assistance Program
15K Life Insurance Policy
401K Optional Pet Insurance Award Winning Company:
Dominion Care won Top Workplaces in the Healthcare Industry!

Accreditations:
Dominion Care Academy and the Dominion Care ABA Therapy and Education Center, schools of Dominion Care are accredited by VAISEF (Virginia Association of Independent Specialized Education Facilitates). Dominion Care is accredited by CARF (Commission of Accreditation of Rehabilitation Facilities).Core Values: TRACK Teamwork

Relationship Building & Communication Accountability Customer /Client Focus Know Yourself REQUIRED

EDUCATION and EXPERIENCE:

Master’s Degree in Counseling/Educational Counseling or Social Work with a minimum of two years working with at risk children and adolescents.

Current certification in Therapeutic Options, and the ability to carry out the procedure correctly (training provided during New Hire Orientation and yearly recertification).Current certification in Adult and Child First Aid, CPR, and AED (training provided during New Hire Orientation).Successful completion of Dominion Youth Services’ annual employee trainings (Bloodborne Pathogens, HIPPA, Emergency Preparedness, Infection Control, Human Rights, Unlawful Harassment Prevention, Mandated Reporting, Cultural Competency, Defensive Driving, Driver Safety Policy, and Employee Manual)
Successful completion of Child Abuse/Recognition Training Completion of tuberculosis screening within 30 days of employment.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES and RESPONSIBILITIES:

Provide individual counseling weekly and as needed.

Provide small group counseling weekly to include but not limited to the following topics:

Social skills

Emotional and Social Awareness Personal Growth & Development Self-esteem

Impulse Control Anger Management Maintain a working knowledge of community resources available to students and families and refer out as needed.

Update Social Histories.

Facilitate staff involvement to ensure the implementation of timely counseling services.

Provide accurate and appropriate interpretation of assessment data and the presentation of relevant, unbiased information to faculty and administration.

Consult with parents, teachers, administrators and other relevant individuals to meet student needs.

Help to develop a strong and positive school culture and serve as a liaison between the school/family/community.

Participate in transition planning for students.

Provide crisis intervention services as needed.

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