Associate Marriage and Family Therapist

School Counselor/Associate MFT Job Description

Reports To: Licensed MFT & Director of Special Education; FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Position Description

The School Counselor/Associate MFT, under the supervision of the Licensed MFT, plans and provides direct mental health counseling services for students with an emphasis on an interdisciplinary team and strengths based approach in providing comprehensive care to students, recovery oriented and strength based methods in providing comprehensive care to students. The primary functions and responsibilities of the School Counselor/Associate MFT include, but are not limited to:

• Provide individual, group, and family counseling to assist students in overcoming behavioral or emotional challenges and guide students in the development of skills and strategies to achieve educational goals

• Develop and implement treatment plans based on clinical experience and knowledge

• As needed, collaborate with other staff members to perform ERMHS assessments and develop service or placement recommendations

• Contribute to the IEP and /or 504 goals and planning for the students

• Act as student advocates to coordinate required services or to resolve emergency problems in crisis situations

• Refer students or family members to community resources or specialists as necessary

• Evaluate the effectiveness of counseling programs and student’s progress in resolving identified problems and moving towards defined objectives

• Plan, prepare, and conduct in-service education for other school professionals on various topics of behavioral/mental health needs

• Prepare and maintain all required treatment records and reports

• Maintain confidentiality of records related to students’ treatment

• Communicate and collaborate with other staff and family members as a means of effectively supporting students and strategies at home and school as to optimize the overall program and progress of the student

• Perform other duties as assigned in line with requirements for credential and/or licensure

• Qualifications

• Passion and commitment to working in a diverse school environment and ensuring that students from different backgrounds have the same high quality educational opportunities

• Earned graduate degree from an accredited university or college in Psychology, Social Work, Clinical Counseling, or Marriage and Family Counseling

• Actively pursuing LCSW, LPCC, or LMFT licensure

• Possess valid California registration as an Associate Social Worker (ASW), Associate Marriage and Family Therapist (AMFT), or Associate Professional Clinical Counselor (APCC)

• Possession of, or working toward, a California Pupil Personnel Services credential desired

• Experience working in a California School District or educational setting desired

• Experience working with at-risk or special education students desired

• Ability to use discretion and good judgment when dealing with confidential and sensitive information

• Excellent oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills

• Ability to work independently and as part of a grade-level and school-wide team

• Efficient organizational, multi-tasking, and time management skills

• Bilingual (Spanish) highly desirable

Physical Demands and Work Environment

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to climb or balance and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.

The employee is occasionally required to taste or smell. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, and ability to adjust focus.

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Moderate noise levels

EEO Statement

Odyssey Charter Schools is an equal opportunity employer. All aspects of employment including the decision to hire, promote, discipline, or discharge, will be based on merit, competence, performance, and business needs.

We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, marital status, age, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy, genetic information, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other status protected under federal, state, or local law.

Note

The statements herein are intended to describe the general nature and the level of work performed by employees, but is not a complete list of responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified. Furthermore, they do not establish a contract for employment and are subject to change at the discretion of the employer.

Employee Statement of Understanding

I have read and understand the job description for my position. I am able to perform all the essential functions of this position. I agree to comply with Odyssey Charter Schools policies and all laws, rules, regulations, and standards of conduct relating to my position.

As an employee, I understand my duty to report any suspected violations of the law or the laws or the standards to my immediate supervisor. As an employee, I will strive to uphold the mission and vision of Odyssey Charter Schools.

All employees are to adhere to the values and ethical standards of the California Department of Education.