1.0 FTE School Counselor: Cutler Elementary School

The Cutler Elementary School is searching for a 1.0 FTE School Counselor to provide counseling services and interventions to our K-Grade 5 school community.Responsibilities include:- Plan, organize and deliver a comprehensive school counseling program that is aligned with MASCA, ASCA and CASEL competencies - Deliver counseling services through direct classroom instruction,group activities,consultation, individual and small group counseling, crisis counseling/response and peer facilitation.- Collaborate with parents/guardians, teachers, administrators and other educational specialists to develop academic, and personal/social skills for all students.- Being a part of the crisis response team and providing crisis support when needed.- Communicate effectively with students, families, and colleagues.- Provide support to administration and classroom teachers around behavioral and emotional needs of students and families.- Offer support groups to students as needs are identified.- Perform other such duties as may be required by the Principal or his/her designee.- Collaborate with school counselors across the district.-Participate in professional development opportunities to increase awareness of best practices to support all students-Contribute to the development of a positive school culture where all students feel a sense of safety and belonging

Job Requirements
MA DESE School Social Worker/School Adjustment/Counselor Certification requiredMasters Degree in Social Work or School Counseling; (LICSW) preferredExperience with Responsive Classroom, Zones of Regulation, and Social Thinking curriculum preferred Working knowledge of community based supports and the referral process for wrap around supports