School Counselor - High School

Phoenix-Talent School District #4 is seeking applications for the position of:SCHOOL COUNSELOR - Phoenix High School Individuals wishing to apply for this position should submit a completed application, resume, letter of interest, transcripts, and three letters of recommendation by going to Online Application Portal . If you have any questions about the application process, please contact Human Resources at human.resources@phoenix.k12.or.us.CLOSING DATE: Until Filled REPORTS TO: PrincipalCompensation & Benefit Highlights190-day per year contract6 paid holidays per year$49,407 to $98,197, DOE and education.Family medical & pharmacy, dental and vision insuranceHSA optionsLife insurance/AD&D employer paidFlex spending accounts for medical and day careEmployee Assistance Program (EAP)Sick leave, Personal leave, and Family leavePTS #4 pays the employee's share (6%) of the Public Employees Retirement System ContributionOptional supplemental TSA retirement plans available (403b and 457b)JOB DESCRIPTION: This successful candidate will track and oversee a percentage of our population to ensure their academic success. The person hired in this position will play a vital role within a team of highly motivated administrators, teachers, specialists and classified staff focused on the academic success of all students. This candidate must demonstrate the creative thinking skills, personal initiative and solid work ethic required to address the myriad of challenges faced by high school students. This candidate must have the communication skills required to connect with students, staff and families at a variety of settings: one on one, homes, community meetings and public gatherings.This position requires a commitment to fostering a supportive learning environment for all students. The successful candidate will demonstrate a dedication to ensuring all students have the opportunity to succeed, recognizing and addressing barriers to academic achievement.QualificationsAppropriate State of Oregon Counselor License.Adherence to the Counselor Code of Ethics. Demonstrate responsibility for continued professional growth. Personal characteristics and professional skills which promote confidence and respect.Physical demands needed: ability to communicate with students, co-workers, and the public; ability to communicate over the telephone; ability to respond to telephone, bells, students, co-workers, etc.; ability to respond to classroom disturbances, visual cues, student requests, etc.; ability to operate office equipment; ability to carry or lift light loads (25 lbs).PreferencesBilingual (written and verbal) in English and Spanish highly preferred.Two or more years of certified high school counseling experience (or similar)Ability to facilitate and present to public parent meetings, all school meetings, etc.All applicants will be considered carefully. Those candidates selected for interviews will be notified shortly after the closing date. Applicants are asked not to call for interviews. All applicants will be notified when the position is filled.Phoenix-Talent School District #4 is an Equal Opportunity Employer and, in accordance with Federal and State Legislation, does not discriminate on the basis of race, sex, religion, age, national origin, or marital status, physical or mental disability in employment practices or education programs. If you need special accommodations because of a disability, please contact the personnel office at 535-1517 Voice/TDD.Any offer of employment made by Phoenix-Talent Schools is contingent upon satisfactory results of criminal history verification- a background check for any convictions directly related to the duties and responsibilities of the position. Unless otherwise required by law, only job-related convictions will be considered and will not automatically disqualify the applicant from employment.