The Dedham Public Schools is looking for a Part-Time, Long-Term Substitute School Adjustment Counselor to cover an upcoming maternity leave at Dedham Middle School.

The position is expected to begin in late January/early February.

Please complete our on-line application and upload a resume, cover letter, transcripts, and email addresses for three references.  (References will automatically receive a reference survey.) You may also upload letters of recommendation.  

Interviews will begin immediately.

Certifications:

• Certification as a School Social Worker/Adjustment Counselor or School Psychologist
• Possess a strong background in Positive Behavior Support, and in developing emotional regulation skills in young students, both through individual counseling, and through embedded, curriculum-based strategies that can be used in the classroom.

Responsibilities include:

• Consultation in collaboration with program staff around social emotional and behavioral needs of all students.
• Support program teachers on implementing behavior support plans in the classroom
• Assess and interpret maladaptive school behavior and recommend interventions, treatment and school-based intervention as needed
• Assist in providing behavioral and physical interventions when needed (training in Safety Care or CPI preferred)

Counseling / teaching:

• Deliver individual and group counseling services to support students’ social and emotional health and well-being
• Collaborate with program staff and SLP to provide social skills lessons and groups with students 

Assessments / IEPs /504:

• Attend IEP meetings for students 
• Write IEP goals and progress reports

Case Management / Crisis Intervention:

• Make referrals, coordinate, and maintain outreach to parents and outside agencies to address mental health needs
• In collaboration with school professionals and administrators, intervene during crisis situations and make appropriate referrals
• Working knowledge of applicable federal and state statutes

Dedham Public Schools is an Equal Opportunity Employer.  Dedham Public Schools ensures equal employment opportunities regardless of race, color, national origin, religion,creed, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, ancestry, military status or disability.  Every available opportunity will be taken in order to assure that each applicant for a position is selected on the basis of qualifications, merit and ability.