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Guidance Counselor
Aids students and teachers in locating and obtaining source materials in school career information center. Collects and organizes occupational data to provide source materials and software for school career information center. Teaches students how to take and score self-administered vocational... [+] More
Aids students and teachers in locating and obtaining source materials in school career information center. Collects and organizes occupational data to provide source materials and software for school career information center. Teaches students how to take and score self-administered vocational interest and aptitude tests. Schedules appointments for students requiring professional assistance. Orders, catalogs, and maintains files on materials relating to job opportunities, careers, technical schools, colleges, scholarships, armed forces, and other programs. Assists students and teachers to locate career information related to students' interests and aptitudes, or demonstrates use of Internet, files, shelf collections, and other information retrieval systems. Keeps records of students enrolled in work experience program and other vocational programs to assist counseling and guidance staff. May make presentations to parent and other groups to publicize activities of career center. [-] Less
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Counselor Guidance
Aids students and teachers in locating and obtaining source materials in school career information center. Collects and organizes occupational data to provide source materials and software for school career information center. Teaches students how to take and score self-administered vocational... [+] More
Aids students and teachers in locating and obtaining source materials in school career information center. Collects and organizes occupational data to provide source materials and software for school career information center. Teaches students how to take and score self-administered vocational interest and aptitude tests. Schedules appointments for students requiring professional assistance. Orders, catalogs, and maintains files on materials relating to job opportunities, careers, technical schools, colleges, scholarships, armed forces, and other programs. Assists students and teachers to locate career information related to students' interests and aptitudes, or demonstrates use of Internet, files, shelf collections, and other information retrieval systems. Keeps records of students enrolled in work experience program and other vocational programs to assist counseling and guidance staff. May make presentations to parent and other groups to publicize activities of career center. [-] Less
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Guidance in Public Schools Director
Organizes, administers, and coordinates guidance program in public school system formulates guidance policies and procedures. Plans and conducts in-service training program for guidance workers and selected teachers. Plans and supervises testing program in school system and devises and directs use of... [+] More
Organizes, administers, and coordinates guidance program in public school system formulates guidance policies and procedures. Plans and conducts in-service training program for guidance workers and selected teachers. Plans and supervises testing program in school system and devises and directs use of records, reports, and other material essential to program. Supervises school placement service. Establishes and supervises maintenance of occupational libraries in schools. Coordinates guidance activities with community agencies and other areas of school system. Conducts or supervises research studies to evaluate effectiveness of guidance program. May counsel students on referral basis relative to educational and vocational objectives and personal and social problems. [-] Less
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Supervisor Counseling & Guidance
Organizes, administers, and coordinates guidance program in public school system formulates guidance policies and procedures. Plans and conducts in-service training program for guidance workers and selected teachers. Plans and supervises testing program in school system and devises and directs use of... [+] More
Organizes, administers, and coordinates guidance program in public school system formulates guidance policies and procedures. Plans and conducts in-service training program for guidance workers and selected teachers. Plans and supervises testing program in school system and devises and directs use of records, reports, and other material essential to program. Supervises school placement service. Establishes and supervises maintenance of occupational libraries in schools. Coordinates guidance activities with community agencies and other areas of school system. Conducts or supervises research studies to evaluate effectiveness of guidance program. May counsel students on referral basis relative to educational and vocational objectives and personal and social problems. [-] Less
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Supervisor of Guidance & Testing
Organizes, administers, and coordinates guidance program in public school system formulates guidance policies and procedures. Plans and conducts in-service training program for guidance workers and selected teachers. Plans and supervises testing program in school system and devises and directs use of... [+] More
Organizes, administers, and coordinates guidance program in public school system formulates guidance policies and procedures. Plans and conducts in-service training program for guidance workers and selected teachers. Plans and supervises testing program in school system and devises and directs use of records, reports, and other material essential to program. Supervises school placement service. Establishes and supervises maintenance of occupational libraries in schools. Coordinates guidance activities with community agencies and other areas of school system. Conducts or supervises research studies to evaluate effectiveness of guidance program. May counsel students on referral basis relative to educational and vocational objectives and personal and social problems. [-] Less
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Genetics Counselor
Provides genetic counseling to individuals and families in specified areas of clinical genetics, such as obstetrics, pediatrics, oncology, and neurology, to help them understand and adapt to birth defects or genetic disorders by providing them with information, education, and reassurance. Analyzes and interprets test results and genetic information from family histories, and identifies patients or families at risk for specific diseases, disorders, or syndromes, particularly as it applies to children. Advises patients or relatives of the risks, consequences, and nature of inherited disorders and diseases, the probability of developing or transmitting them, recurrence risks, and the options open to them in management and family planning. Conducts risk assessments and recommends medical or genetic testing based on analysis. Works with couples who want children to understand their in passing on certain birth defects or genetic disorders to their unborn children. Gains an in-depth understanding of the family history of each patient and thoroughly records the medical history of each patient, spending ample time evaluating the data. Determines or coordinates treatment plans by requesting laboratory services, reviewing genetics or counseling literature, and considering histories or diagnostic data. Explains diagnostic procedures, such ultrasound, fetal blood sampling, and amniocentesis. Assesses patients' psychological or emotional needs such as those relating to stress, fear of test results, financial issues, and marital conflicts to make referral recommendations or assist patients in managing test outcomes. Supports and counsels patients if they find out they or their children are at risk for certain genetic diseases or disorders, and helps them with more difficult aspects and findings. Provides support as patients go through extensive and sometimes invasive genetic tests. Educates physicians and health professionals at prenatal clinics, pediatric care centers, and adult genetic centers. Participates in clinical research studies. [-] Less
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Substance Abuse Counselor
Advises and aids individuals and families requiring assistance dealing with substance abuse problems, such as alcohol or drug abuse. Develops program for treatment and rehabilitation of client, using knowledge of drug and alcohol abuse problems and counseling and treatment techniques.... [+] More
Advises and aids individuals and families requiring assistance dealing with substance abuse problems, such as alcohol or drug abuse. Develops program for treatment and rehabilitation of client, using knowledge of drug and alcohol abuse problems and counseling and treatment techniques. Typically requires certification by State or other governing body. Interviews clients, reviews records, and confers with other professionals to evaluate condition of client. Counsels clients individually and in group sessions to assist clients in overcoming alcohol and drug dependency. Counsels family members to assist family in dealing with and providing support for client. Refers client to other support services as needed, such as medical evaluation and treatment, social services, and employment services. Monitors condition of client to evaluate success of therapy, and adapts treatment as needed. Prepares and maintains reports and case histories. May formulate and conduct programs to promote prevention of alcohol and drug abuse. May prepare documents for presentation in court and accompany client to court as needed. [-] Less
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Counselor
Advises and provides guidance services with personal, family, educational, mental health, and career decisions and problems. Collects, organizes, and analyzes information about individuals through records, tests, interviews, and professional sources. Counsels individuals and provides group educational and vocational guidance services. Excludes paraprofessional positions. Assists individuals to understand and overcome social and emotional problems. Collects, organizes, and analyzes information about individuals through records, tests, interviews, and professional sources to appraise their interests, aptitudes, abilities, and personality characteristics for vocational and educational planning. Compiles and studies occupational, educational, and economic information to aid counselors in making and carrying out vocational and educational objectives. May engage in research and follow-up activities to evaluate counseling techniques. May refer students to placement service. May teach classes. [-] Less
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EAP Counselor
Responsible for providing EAP services to companies under contract as well as internal employees. Provides assessment, crisis intervention, short term counseling, and referral of employees. Interfaces with troubled employees. This position may provide services to specific companies under contract or may... [+] More
Responsible for providing EAP services to companies under contract as well as internal employees. Provides assessment, crisis intervention, short term counseling, and referral of employees. Interfaces with troubled employees. This position may provide services to specific companies under contract or may be dedicated to internal employees. Evaluates data gathered relative to the medical or psychiatric plan of treatment. Assists in the design and implementation of mechanisms for evaluating utilization of service, client satisfaction, supervisor satisfaction and program efficacy. Compiles statistical information for monthly and annual reports. An advanced degree in Social Work, Counseling or Psychology is typically required with three years of clinical experience.
Current licensure in a particular discipline or CEAP is typically preferred. May conduct training sessions for supervisors and employees on a variety of topics including Employee Assistance Programs, chemical dependency/alcoholism and stress management. [-] Less
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Residence Counselor
Advises students and evaluates their abilities, interests, talents, and personality characteristics in order to develop appropriate academic and career goals. Provides individual and group guidance services relative to problems of scholastic, educational, and personal-social nature to students. Excludes paraprofessional positions. Suggests... [+] More
Advises students and evaluates their abilities, interests, talents, and personality characteristics in order to develop appropriate academic and career goals. Provides individual and group guidance services relative to problems of scholastic, educational, and personal-social nature to students. Excludes paraprofessional positions. Suggests remedial or corrective actions and assists students in making better adjustments and in planning intelligent life goals. Plans and directs program to orient students and assists in their integration into scholastic life. Investigates reports of misconduct and attempts to resolve or eliminate causes of conflict. May initiate and conduct group conferences to plan and discuss programs and policies related to assignment of quarters, social and recreational activities, and dormitory living. May supervise dormitory activities. May interview all dormitory students to determine need for counseling. [-] Less
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