MOSSYROCK SCHOOL DISTRICT NO. 206

JOB DESCRIPTION

JOB TITLE: GUIDANCE COUNSELOR / SOCIAL WORKER

REPORTS TO: Secondary School Principal

JOB SUMMARY: To support students in resolving issues that impede learning and to assist them in making educational, occupational, and life plans.

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT: For the remainder of 2026-27 school year. Salary dependent on placement of bargained salary schedule. Part Time, Full Time, or Contracted Services available.

QUALIFICATIONS: Demonstrated ability to accomplish the major duties and responsibilities listed below.

CERTIFICATIONS AND LICENSES:

Appropriate Washington State ESA Counselor Certification
Demonstrated knowledge of computers and computer applications
Demonstrated knowledge of student information system preferred
Experience and/or training with cultural, ethnic and language diversity
Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the Board may find appropriate and acceptable
Satisfactory results from fingerprinting and background checks

KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES:

Experience as a school counselor preferred
Knowledge and expertise in individual~~, group~~ and career counseling
Experience with academic counseling for new students, continuing students, and withdrawing students
Willingness to participate in team planning
Ability to use technology to maximize effectiveness and efficiency
Knowledge of state assessments, test administration, student scoring, and scoring interpretation

DESIRABLE TRAITS AND ATTITUDES:

Has positive attitude towards job and clientele.
Conducts oneself in a professional and ethical manner. Respects the values of confidentiality and integrity.
Has the ability to work independently, organize, and use time effectively.
Has the ability to work with frequent interruptions and adapt to changing circumstances.
Shows initiative, but is also willing to take and follow direction.
Works within the procedures and systems in the school community.
Works cooperatively with others.

MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Works to help students be successful in school
Assists in the orientation of students
Provides individual counseling for students in the areas of educational and personal development
Works together and consults with special education, developmental and other teachers in coordinating services for students, including Individual Education Program (I.E.P.) and Multi-Disciplinary Team Approach
Assists in communicating the counseling program to parents
Helps implement referral procedures appropriate to given situations
Facilitates credit assessment, transcript evaluation, transfers, entry and withdrawal
Assists students through the appropriate use and interpretation of test scores
Initiate and maintain adequate pupil and office records in meeting the responsibilities of the position and maintaining their confidentiality
Assists with identification of students in need of specialized attention and services
Schedules students into ~~all~~ classes
Works with building principal to help develop master schedule
Facilitates the preparation of registration materials and meets and facilitates welcoming of incoming students prior to their secondary school entrance
Assists in organizing and implementing yearly activities including year opening and ending activities
Continuously strives to improve personal skills and abilities by taking advantage of professional growth opportunities
Facilitates referral of students to outside counselor and community resources
Informs students of scholarships and student aid opportunities
Arranges for FAFSA information with parents and students
Assists school administrators with building supervision as directed by principal
Deals with students, parents, staff, and others in a positive encouraging manner.
Communicates effectively with staff, parents, students, volunteers, and patrons both in person and on the telephone
Knows and follows district policy and chain of command.
Acts ethically and confidentially in all aspects of employment.
Performs other counselor-related job functions as assigned

Job Requirements - Qualifications:

Skills, Knowledge and/or Abilities Required:
Skills to promote learning, motivate students, communicate with individuals from varied educational and cultural backgrounds, and evaluate performance
Knowledge of curriculum, education code, district policies.

Mossyrock -Guidance Counselor/Social Worker (2026-27)