Faculty MSD - School Counselor
Recruitment #21-009009-0008
Department | MD School for Deaf - Frederick - Educational Svc. |
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Date Opened | 4/26/2021 3:20:00 PM |
Filing Deadline | 5/10/2021 11:59:00 PM |
Salary | $50,986.00 - $156,858.00/year |
Employment Type |
Full-Time
|
HR Analyst | Sharde Twyman |
Work Location |
Frederick
|
Introduction
The Maryland School for the Deaf (MSD) is a diverse,
bilingual community who in partnership with families, provides an equitable and
exemplary education in a nurturing, engaging, and challenging environment to
ensure our students achieve personal excellence and become lifelong
learners. As such, we are looking for dedicated individuals who can join us
in the education of the children at MSD.
LOCATION OF POSITION
Maryland School for
the Deaf, Frederick Campus
101 Clarke Place
Frederick, MD 21701
Main Purpose of Job
The School Counselor,
in collaboration with staff and families, supports student learning and success
at MSD by providing a continuum of school-based mental health counseling
services that incorporate evidence-based preventative and intervention programs
and strategies aimed at supporting / enhancing the development of
social-emotional skills, behavior, and overall well-being of students enrolled
at MSD. This is a 10-month position. The School Counselor is supervised by the school’s Director of
Mental Health and Behavioral Support Services but may supervise counseling interns
and practicum students.
POSITION DUTIES
The MSD School Counselor:
- Helps guide and support the development and implementation of all Tier 1 (school / department-wide) interventions and universal preventative mental health programming.
- Provides evidence-based school mental health counseling to MSD students, both individually and in groups.
- Provides counseling and support during “crisis” situations.
- Works collaboratively with staff to improve the social and emotional learning (SEL) of students in the classroom; assists staff in establishing a learning environment that provides students with an opportunity to grow socially and emotionally.
- Establishes and maintains communication with parents; consults on social and emotional issues with parents.
- Participates in team and community meetings.
- Serves as an IEP team member; as needed, conducts counseling assessments, determines present levels of performance, and establishes counseling goals and objectives specifically addressed to student needs.
- Prepares and maintains necessary records and reports on student counseling services and treatment progress.
- Consults as needed with referral agencies and community resources related to mental health, school counseling, and social services.
- Refers students involved in alleged or suspected abuse and neglect incidents to Child Protective Services (CPS) as appropriate and / or directed.
- Provides service coordination for Medical Assistance (MA), as needed / identified by IEP team.
- Provides in-service training to other MSD staff as requested; assists classroom staff with the implementation of treatment aids and strategies.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
·
A master’s degree in School Counseling.
·
The Maryland State
Department of Education (MSDE) School Counselor Certificate.
LIMITATIONS ON SELECTION
·
Be proficient in American Sign Language
(ASL) and written English.
·
Possess experience working with a diverse
group of students who are Deaf or hard of hearing, including those with
multiple disabilities (e.g., autism spectrum disorder; intellectual disability)
and unique language / communication needs.
·
Possess knowledge of counseling theory,
principles, ethics, and evidence-based practices.
·
Possess knowledge and experience with Tier 1 (school-wide) interventions and
universal preventative mental health programming including, but not limited to,
Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports (PBIS), Red-Ribbon Week, and
Mental Health Awareness Month.
·
Possess the ability to prepare and deliver written
reports and summaries.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS
Applicants will need to provide three letters
of recommendation with their application.
New hires are subject to a criminal background
investigation at their own expense (Maryland Code, Family Law Article 1,
Sections 5-560 – 5-568).
BENEFITS
FURTHER INSTRUCTIONS
Online application process is STRONGLY preferred. If you
are unable to apply online or if you encounter difficulty, you may submit via
mail, e-mail, fax, or deliver in person before the closing date and time.
Please include your name and recruitment number on any documentation to ensure
timely processing. Resumes will NOT be accepted in lieu of completing the
online or paper application. Additional or supplemental information must be
submitted by the closing date and time. Application inquiries or
supplemental information can be directed to the following:
Mailing Address: Maryland School for the Deaf Recruitment
Department, P. O. Box 894, Columbia, MD 21044
E-mail: sharde.twyman@msd.edu
Phone: 301-360-2008, TTY Users: call via Maryland Relay
Fax: 410-696-3084
Individuals from traditionally underserved and underrepresented
groups are strongly encouraged to apply. Bilingual applicants are encouraged to
apply. As an equal opportunity employer, Maryland is committed
to recruiting, retaining, and promoting employees who are reflective of
the State's diversity. We thank our Veterans for their service to our
country, and encourage them to apply.