Advocate Counselor

Are you ready for new challenges and new opportunities? Join our team! Current job opportunities are posted here as they become available. Subscribe to our RSS feeds to receive instant updates as new positions become available. The Advocate Counselor provides individual, family and group counseling, case management, advocacy, referrals and crisis intervention, as well as post-secondary planning once student reaches graduation requirement. Advocate Counselor will work in collaboration with GSS and DOE by following the policies and procedures implementing by the program, but meeting the mission and vision of GSS agency. Title: Advocate Counselor Reports To: Program Director, P.S.m 213 New Lots School Hours: 35 Hours/Week; Non-Exempt Schedule: Monday - Friday 8am - 4pm Major Duties: Provide case management and wraparound support services for up to 50 or more overaged and under credit students, to help them alleviate any stressors, so the students can successfully meet graduation requirements. Provide individual, family and group counseling. Provide crisis intervention as needed. Provide family outreach and involvement as appropriate. Develop and implement strategical and goal planning for student on caseload Develop and implement groups/workshops responsive to student needs, such as Advisory, Men and Women groups. Assist students in attending school regularly through identifying obstacles and connecting with resources Attendance outreach consist of home visits, outreach calls, texting, and mailing, etc. Assist in carrying out other aspects of the program including planning trips, celebrations, and leadership activities. Support students with all aspects of post-secondary planning, financial aid, personal essay, and college or vocational training trips. Able to work collaboratively with DOE and GSS team members. Generate and submit data required for statistical report and ensure that appropriate paperwork and date base entry is completed. Perform other duties as assigned and needed to further enhance the performance of the program Qualifications: Associate Degree Required. Must have experience working with adolescent/young adults individually and in groups. Prior experience in a school setting helpful. Must have excellent verbal and written communication skills. Must have a commitment to work from a strength based and/or youth development perspective. #J-18808-Ljbffr Good Shepherd Services