A School Based Counselor is hired to help students develop the academic and social skills needed to succeed, both personally and professionally. Typical work activities listed on the School Based Counselor Resume include the following – helping students overcome obstacles that may occur during their learning phase, evaluating students’ abilities and interests through aptitude assessments, interviews, and individual planning, identifying issues that affect school performance, such as poor classroom attendance rates, helping students understand and overcome social or behavioral problems through classroom guidance lessons and counseling, counseling individuals and small groups based on student and school needs; helping students create a plan to achieve academic and career goals, and teaching students and school staff about specific topics, and maintaining records.
The most sought-after skills for the post include the following – a desire and the ability to work with students at the specified age level with diverse backgrounds and levels of ability towards accomplishing their educational goals; familiarity with student assessment tools, and knowledge of educational software. A Master’s degree in Counseling/guidance or education or Social Work is often required.
Objective : Experience in counseling individuals in managing their resources; dealing with day-to-day issues, and in influencing and redirecting their social environment for their benefit. Possess knowledge of the principles, practices, and techniques of social work as they apply to crisis intervention; a thorough understanding of federal, state, and municipal laws regarding the aiding of mental patients; and proven knowledge and application of the functions and resources of public and private social agencies in the community.
Assisted individual students with goal development and achievement.
Evaluated students' interests, abilities, and personality characteristics.
Helped students understand and overcome social and emotional problems through the use of age-appropriate activities.
Developed and executed weekly lesson plans for individual students geared toward goal achievement.
Developed and executed lesson plans for large group instruction and involvement.
Monthly meetings with parents and classroom teachers to discuss student progress.
Informed and instructed parents on home goal achievement.
Experience
2-5 Years
Level
Executive
Education
BSW In Social Work
School Based Counselor Resume
Headline : Seeking a challenging career opportunity in the area of Education, Social Services, Mental Health, or Substance Abuse; where my strengths and skills can be utilized, Forthright and assertive, a very enthusiastic, competent and hard-working employee. Ability to get along well with others; dependable; friendly; cooperative; thoughtful; flexible; patient; understanding; good teamwork ability; known for exceptional work ethic.
Skills : Oral & Written Communication, Classroom Management.
Description :
Conducted individual counseling sessions with at-risk children referred to counselor by principal, teachers, parents, and children themselves.
Facilitated weekly small group sessions for children in counseling focusing on life skills such as self-esteem, expressing feelings, and appropriate communication skills.
Facilitated classroom drug prevention presentations throughout the year and spearheaded activities geared toward keeping the students off drugs, especially during Red Ribbon Week.
Facilitated classroom HIV-AIDS awareness/prevention presentations throughout the year and assisted in HIV-AIDS Awareness Week and World AIDS Day activities.
Invited professional speakers to the school for the students during special assemblies, for parents' meetings, as well as for teachers during designated training sessions to educate on HIV-AIDS and drug prevention.
Participated in staffing for adult clients in drug treatment programs to discuss their treatment plans; also discussed how they are meeting their goals and objectives.
Provided feedback and brainstormed ideas on how to assist in meeting their needs better.
Experience
5-7 Years
Level
Executive
Education
Certificate In Addiction Studies
School Based Counselor Resume
Objective : Compassionate, dedicated counselor with diverse experiences in mental health and education, able to effectively relate with clients of all ages and socio-economic/ethnic backgrounds, Skilled in providing individual, family, and group therapy in a variety of environments, including non-traditional settings such as homes and schools.
Skills : Leadership; Team Player; Training; Presenting; SACWIS; Microsoft Office Word, Excel & PowerPoint; Research; Oral & Written Communication.
Description :
Counseled and taught first generation immigrants and underserved population.
Developed personal, academic and occupational goals with first generation immigrants.
Provided comprehensive counseling services including crisis, short term and long term treatment.
Interpreted results of assessments and personal inventories.
Coordinated with teachers regarding student IEP's.
Assisted in college planning.
Received experience and training teaching psycho-educational groups.
Experience
2-5 Years
Level
Junior
Education
M.S In Counseling Psychology
School Based Counselor Resume
Objective : Obtain a School Based Counselor position where I can maximize my management skills, quality assurance, program development, and training experience working with children, their families and teachers.
Skills : Cognitive Behavioral Therapy Course, Motivational Interviewing Course, Excellent Working Knowledge Using Both IBM And Mac Systems; Microsoft Excel, WordPerfect, And Microsoft Word., CPR/First Aid Certified, Pro-ACT Certified.
Description :
Provided counseling and support services to children, adolescents and their families.
Gathered and analyzed information on student's presenting circumstances, social and psychiatric history, and immediate needs.
Communicated and consulted with various social services agencies, Department of Juvenile Justice and group homes; for placement outside of the home, assisting in getting needed services for the families and finding alternatives for problems that may arise.
Maintained case files and submit accurate reports and forms in a timely manner.
Knowledged of principles and methods of interviewing, counseling, crisis intervention and assessing psychosocial behaviors.
Participated in staff meetings, in-service trainings, job related conferences and workshops.
Participated as a team member in case management conferences and briefings.
Experience
2-5 Years
Level
Junior
Education
MA In Human Resources
School Based Counselor Resume
Headline : School Based Counselor with 3 years of experience in Assisting students with homework assignments, such as reading and writing assignments, math problems and test preparation, Teaching students how to effectively solve problems using appropriate strategies; working closely with teachers to discuss strategies for solving problems or developing new strategies for solving them.
Skills : Conduct Biopsychosocial Assessments, Clinical Interventions Including Crisis Intervention, Individual And Group Counseling With Adolescents And Adults, Case Management.
Description :
Provided mental health services to students through individual and small group counseling, crisis intervention and emergency support.
Developed and implemented a psycho educational curriculum to promote students' emotional and social skill development, including anger management, coping with grief and loss, and enhancement of self esteem.
Participated in the special education identification and evaluation process.
Collaborated with teachers, administrators, and school district support personnel regarding student mental health issues.
Assisted in establishing the mental health component of a new alternative school.
Developed the social work role as part of an interdisciplinary team.
Set appropriate goals for individuals in counseling.
Experience
5-7 Years
Level
Executive
Education
M.S.W.
School Based Counselor Resume
Headline : To obtain part-time employment as a mental health therapist providing counseling services to individuals and families of diverse backgrounds and mental health concerns.
Skills : Counseling Skills, Consulting Skills.
Description :
Provided individual, group, and family counseling to special education and general education students with mental health disorders and behavior problems in public charter middle and high schools under a federal grant at William E.
Included screening, intake diagnostic assessment, treatment planning, maintenance of clinical records, report writing, collection of outcome and performance measures, consultation to school staff, consultation to parents, case management, interagency collaboration, crisis intervention, and supervision.
Conducted crisis intervention for children up to 18 years old.
Assessed for hospitalization and work with family to support and educate them about their child's emotional or mental illness.
School Based Counselor Conducted Mental Health Assessments and treatment plans for children behavioral needs in an early childhood education setting.
Conducted individual and family therapy, and trained teachers in behavioral interventions.
Provided individual counseling, anger management, social and coping skills groups Completed documentation including daily progress notes, quarterlies.
Experience
5-7 Years
Level
Executive
Education
M.S.
School Based Counselor Resume
Headline : School Based Counselor professional and trainer with more than 16 years combined experience that has a strong knowledge and background of working with individual, families, and groups in private, non-profit and for profit sectors.
Skills : Bilingual In English & Spanish, Implementational Skills.
Description :
Creative Health Services provided caring and professional behavioral healthcare to individuals in need of recovery and personal wellness.
Program provided assessment and treatment to children and adolescents with a wide array of mental health concerns within the school setting.
Corresponded with parents/guardians of children to obtain a comprehensive history and to build a supportive relationship for the child as well as the family system Provided individualized outpatient therapy to children, from kindergarten to sixth grade in the Boyertown Area School District, from diverse backgrounds, implementing specific interventions to meet each client's needs.
Utilized various therapeutic techniques including motivational interviewing, play therapy, CBT, mindfulness and relaxation, exposure, and guided imagery Interface with school personnel as part of the IEP team, advocating for the client's best interest and providing psycho-education as well as support to staff.
Conducted ongoing assessments for each client, determining if a referral and what kind of referral for additional services is appropriate.
Provided individual counseling.
Provided group counseling (e.g., school-based dropout prevention program).
Experience
5-7 Years
Level
Executive
Education
Masters In Social Work
School Based Counselor Resume
Headline : As a School Based Counselor responsible for Working with different populations to address mental health, Counselling school age students to promote better school success, Attaining experience in child welfare and services for children in Foster Care, Supporting in all office and social worker duties, Studying and learned behaviors that pertained to the children in the classroom.
Skills : Counseling Skills, Collaborative Skills.
Description :
Facilitated development and implementation of agency programs.
Maintained working relationships with high schools and community resources.
Documented services provided to each student reported by 20 school base counselors in order to generate semi-annual and annual reports for the agency.
Researched and contacted community resources for further information and instruction Maintained detailed case notes for all individual clients.
Collaborated with school staff to maintain classroom balance and enhance student success.
Helped parents prepare for school transition services.
Helped families prepare for the unexpected death of a loved one (e.g., funeral arrangements; preparing memorial service; writing letters of condolence).
Experience
5-7 Years
Level
Executive
Education
Master Of Social Work
School Based Counselor Resume
Headline : School Based Counselor is responsible for Assisting students with homework assignments, such as reading and writing assignments, math problems and test preparation, Teaching students how to effectively solve problems using appropriate strategies; working closely with teachers to discuss strategies for solving problems or developing new strategies for solving them.
Assisted in the development of family support groups/support groups (e.g., Parent/Family Support Groups; Peer Support Groups).
Worked with teachers and students to plan, organize, implement, assess, and evaluate the effectiveness of the counseling program.
Led staff development programs for teachers and administrators in order to keep them current with new technology, best practices, and job enrichment opportunities.
Established a positive relationship with the school community by addressing issues outside of the typical counseling content areas such as bullying prevention or social media usage issues.
Developed and implemented effective systems to ensure continuous improvement in student performance which includes a breakdown of each individual student's performance history through various assessment tools.
Managed all aspects of the school based counseling program including: budgeting, staffing, curriculum planning/development, training program oversight
Provided individual or group counseling to students and their families within the school setting or in the community
Experience
5-7 Years
Level
Executive
Education
MS
School Based Counselor Resume
Headline : School Based Counselor is responsible for Assisting students with daily activities, such as homework, socializing, meals and recreation, Providing information about school resources (e.g., counseling centers) in areas where there are known issues with student behavior or social skills.
Skills : Educational Skills, Tutoring Skills.
Description :
Provided family support to students and families during school disciplinary issues.
Provided confidential, confidential, and confidential referrals for students and families facing a crisis situation.
Assessed safety concerns for students, parents, teachers, and staff.
Ensured that all students have access to knowing about bullying in schools.
Assessed safety concerns for staff members at all times including after hours.
Developed a plan for implementing safety measures within the school setting.
Assisted with educational programs such as tutoring programs, as needed.
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