CROSSROADS COUNSELOR 1.0

To develop and implement a comprehensive counseling program to address the academic, career and personal/social goals for students at risk of abusing illegal substances.


ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Main responsibility: High School Level Substance and Drug Abuse Prevention Counselor/ Instructor/ Team Member.
• Develops and implements a comprehensive counseling program which aligns with the APS Counseling Resource Guide.
• Plans and implements the counseling program to address the academic, career and personal/social needs of every student.
• Coordinates delivery of an annual needs assessment for the counseling program.
• Delivers the four program components: the counseling curriculum, individual student planning, responsive services and system support.
• Provides short-term individual and group counseling opportunities for students to promote school success, personal growth, self-understanding, communication, problem solving and decision-making skills.
• Assists families by providing referrals to outside services for students with acute or chronic substance abuse/mental health needs.
• Orients students and parents regarding current and future educational goals and career objectives.
• Assists in curriculum development, professional development and identification of interventions to assist students.
• Consults with administration, staff and parents regarding substance abuse/mental health issues in order to assist students with attitude, learning and/or behavioral problems.
• Serves on the school health/wellness team.
• Completes and submits the monthly counselor accountability report to the Counseling Manager.
• Evaluates the counseling program on an annual basis for continuous improvement.
• Regularly attends APS district counseling meetings to keep current on policies, procedures and best practices regarding school counseling programs and issues.
• Serves as a Parent Involvement Program Facilitator.

PREFERRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES AND EXPERIENCE:

• Valid certification or license as alcohol and drug counselor and/or five years of clinical experience in the area of chemical dependency and working with youth and families in drug and alcohol field.

• Experience working in Substance Abuse Prevention and/or skills working with adolescents/youth within school settings.
• Effective communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Flexibility, organization, decision-making and problem solving skills.
• Interpersonal skills with diverse populations both in-person and on the telephone.
• Ability to meet deadlines, work on multiple projects, and coordinate the work of others.
• Knowledge of District policies on immunization, medication, first aid, emergencies and child abuse/neglect.
• Knowledge of all laws, regulations and guidelines affecting teachers and students.
• Knowledge of effective classroom management techniques.
• Ability to maintain positive relationships with students, parents, community members and staff.

REQUIREMENTS:

• Master's degree in Counseling.
• Valid New Mexico License in School Counseling.
• Three years of experience in a public school setting or counseling environment.
• Counseling skills in a range of diverse needs, including college/career information and mediation/conflict resolution.

CONTACT INFORMATION:

For detailed information about position, please contact District Counseling department at View phone number on click.appcast.io.


Contact: Charae Archibeque at View phone number on click.appcast.io / View email address on click.appcast.io
APPLY TO:

APPLY ONLINE: APS Jobs, Certified Application.


ADDITIONAL INFO:


SALARY: Schedule A
DAYS: 190
HOURS:
START DATE: 8/4/26
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