Itinerant Elementary School Counselor/Social Worker

PENDLETON COUNTY SCHOOLS
SCHOOL COUNSELOR/SOCIAL WORKER
JOB DESCRIPTION

• TERM OF EMPLOYMENT:   200 days
• TOTAL COMPENSATION: Salary based on experience and education level per PCBOE salary schedule plus competitive benefits package equal to approximately 35% of direct compensation.  Please use the following link for further details Benefits and Salaries | Pendleton County Schools
• JOB OVERVIEW: Pendleton County Schools is seeking a highly motivated and compassionate School Counselor/Social Worker to join our student support services team. This position plays a critical role in promoting students' academic success, mental health, emotional well-being, and social development. The ideal candidate will bring a comprehensive understanding of counseling and social work practices in school settings, and work collaboratively with families, staff, and community agencies to remove barriers to student learning and success.
• QUALIFICATIONS:
  • Meet minimum standards for certification as set forth by the West Virginia State Board of Education in minimum standards for the licensure of School Counselor and State licensure/certification as a Social Worker.
  • Good evaluations and/or recommendations from professional associates, employers, and/or supervisors.
  • Demonstrated experience in a school or youth-focused setting.
  • Ability to pass a criminal background check.
  • Ability to communicate effectively with students, school personnel, and parents.
  • Applicants with unsatisfactory evaluations, non-renewal for cause, or unfavorable reference recommendations will not be considered.
• REPORTS TO:
  • Principal and Assistant Superintendent
• PROFESSIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES: As defined in State Statute, §18-5-18b, the School Counselor shall work with individual pupils, and groups of pupils in providing developmental, preventive, and remedial guidance in counseling programs to meet academic, social, emotional and physical needs; including programs to identify and address the problem of potential school dropouts.
  • Meet with staff to review data and identify student needs.
  • Coordinate and oversee virtual school students
  • Plan, prepare and implement lessons focused on social and emotional well-being.
  • Organize, direct, and coordinate lessons and activities.
  • Gather and interpret data for individuals, groups or programs.
  • Deliver services to students or others.
  • Collaborate with school personnel and/or parents to coordinate the delivery of services to students or others.
  • Adhere to the teacher code of conduct.
  • Perform other job-related duties as assigned by the Director of Curriculum and Instruction.
  • Provide individual and group counseling to students addressing academic, social, emotional, and behavioral needs.
  • Deliver developmental, preventive, and remedial guidance programs.
  • Conduct needs-based assessments and interpret data for individuals and groups.
  • Monitor academic performance, attendance, and behavior; implement targeted interventions.
  • Address critical student concerns including bullying, crisis response, dropout prevention, and substance abuse.
  • Coordinate with teachers, administrators, and families to develop and implement support plans.
  • Communicate regularly with parents/guardians and connect families with available community services.
  • Serve on or lead multidisciplinary student support teams.
  • Respect and value diverse perspectives and cultural backgrounds.
  • Provide crisis intervention and mental health support.
  • Address immediate safety concerns and support trauma-informed care practices.
  • Advocate for student well-being and ensure access to necessary services.
  • Plan, prepare, and evaluate counseling/social work services and activities.
  • Develop data-driven action plans and adjust programs based on ongoing evaluation.
  • Organize and lead workshops or training sessions for staff, students, and families.
  • Collaborate with school leadership on systemic improvements to address student needs.
  • Maintain current knowledge of best practices, legal standards, and et