Botetourt County Public Schools

Job Descriptions

www.bcps.k12.va.us

 

Job Class:  Counselor: Student Assistance & Prevention  10/200, 10/210, 11/220

Group:  Certificated

FLSA Status:  Exempt

Grade:  200, 210, 220

Salary Range:  $48,484 - $79,122

 

 

GENERAL RESPONSIBILITIES: 

The position provides support and counseling services to students; develops prevention and intervention strategies; assesses students and families; provides case management; monitors student progress; and makes referrals.

 

ESSENTIAL TASKS: 

(These are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work performed. The omission of specific duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to the position.)

• Collaborates with school staff to develop intervention and prevention strategies for students and develops individualized service plans to facilitate achievement.
• Conducts individual and group counseling in areas of crisis intervention, family intervention, problem solving/decision making, substance abuse, grief, and anger management.
• Provides families with information related to the needs of their child and acts as a resource to parents/guardians by providing family support activities and substance abuse education.
• Assesses and monitors family and student progress and provides re-entry and follow-up services for students who are using alcohol and other drugs.
• Serves as a liaison between the assigned schools and such agencies as social services, court services, the police department, and community services board regarding student substance abuse.
• Provides consultation, training, and workshops to community groups and service clubs in the area of substance abuse education.
• Acts as a resource to administrators, school counselors, teachers, and health services personnel at the assigned schools regarding the substance abuse and assists with conducting staff development activities.
• Acts as a member of the school crisis team and provides referral services as needed.
• Maintains necessary records and reports ensuring confidentiality of students and their families.
• Assists in developing and implementing new crisis intervention, family intervention, problem solving/decision making, grief, anger management, and substance abuse programs under the supervision of the administration.
• Models non discriminatory practices in all activities.
• Performs any other related duties assigned.
  

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES: 

Must possess a Master’s degree in counseling, social work, psychology, or a related field and some

experience providing crisis intervention, counseling, and substance abuse prevention/treatment for school aged children; or any equivalent combination of education and experience that would provide the noted knowledge, skills, and abilities. State Substance Abuse Counselor Certification desired. Must possess a demonstrated knowledge and understanding of substance abuse education, therapeutic techniques, and referral sources. Must possess excellent assessment, case management, crisis intervention, interpersonal, and communication skills. Must possess the ability to conduct individual and group counseling sessions, assessments, workshops, and activities for students and their families. Must possess the ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with students, parents, staff, and outside agencies.  A comparable amount of training and experience may be substituted for the minimum qualifications.

 

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: 

Some standing, walking, moving, climbing, carrying, bending, kneeling, crawling, reaching, handling, pushing, and pulling.

 

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: 

Possession of a valid driver’s license

 Last Update:  February 2024