Chemical Health School Counselor
Intermediate School District 287
Location
Plymouth, MN | United States
Job description
Intermediate District 287 is looking for a qualified District Wide Chemical Health School Counselor.
Intermediate District 287 is a west metro district for learners with unique needs. As an intermediate district, we provide specialized services, primarily setting IV special education, to students from 12 member districts in the west metro.
What Makes Us Special: - We are a trauma-informed district. We take into account past trauma and the resulting coping mechanisms when attempting to understand behaviors and best serve our students.
- There is a variety of support services in each school including School Social Workers, Psychologists, Counselors, Behavior Intervention Specialists and Student Safety Coaches. All of whom are student-centered and focused on building relationships with each child.
- Small class sizes - typically 6-8 students per class.
- We value diverse perspectives and life experiences and our strategic vision includes hiring and retaining racially diverse and racially conscious staff across all levels of our organization.
- To better understand our student population and work environment check out this video .
Salary & Benefits: - Competitive Salary: DOE and E
- Generous Benefits: Medical, dental, life insurance, long-term disability insurance, paid leave, pension, optional 403b, and an incredible employee assistance program (includes 6 free counseling sessions)
Requirements: - Interested in candidates who are: diverse, bilingual, or have experience working with diverse populations.
- LADC required (Licensed Alcohol and Drug Counselor).
- Two years of professional-level experience working with special education or at-risk students preferred.
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Commitment to Equity: Studies have shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply for jobs unless they believe they meet every one of the qualifications as described in a job description. We are most interested in finding the best candidate for the job, and that candidate may be one who comes from a less traditional background. We would encourage you to apply, even if you don't believe you meet every one of our qualifications described.
Website: Email: [email protected] Twitter: #287edchat
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