Stephens County School District
Student Advocacy Specialist
Stephens County School District, Toccoa Falls, Georgia, us, 30598
Reports To:
Director of Student Services
Location:
Stephens County School System
Position Type:
Full-time
Position Summary:
The Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) provides confidential, individual counseling services to students to support their emotional, social, and academic well-being. The LPC works collaboratively with teachers, administrators, and families to promote mental health awareness and ensure students receive the support and resources they need to succeed.
Key Responsibilities: Provide
individual counseling sessions
to students addressing issues such as stress, anxiety, depression, trauma, relationships, and academic challenges. Conduct
intake assessments
and develop
individualized treatment plans
tailored to each student's needs. Use evidence-based counseling techniques and interventions in alignment with ethical and professional standards. Maintain accurate and confidential
clinical documentation
in compliance with state and organizational policies. Collaborate with school staff, parents, and external providers to coordinate student care while maintaining confidentiality. Coordinates with school counselors on delivering services. Participate in
crisis intervention
and provide immediate emotional support when necessary. Facilitate referrals to outside agencies or specialized services as appropriate. Lead suicide prevention training for Support school-wide initiatives related to social-emotional learning and mental health awareness. Attend regular supervision, team meetings, and professional development sessions. Qualifications:
Master's degree
in Counseling, Psychology, or related field from an accredited institution. Active LPC license
(or LPC-Associate under supervision, if applicable) in the state of Georgia. Experience providing counseling to
children and/or adolescents , preferably in an educational or youth setting. Strong interpersonal, communication, and crisis management skills. Knowledge of ethical guidelines, confidentiality laws (FERPA/HIPPA), and culturally competent counseling practices. Preferred Qualifications:
Experience in
school-based mental health
or
youth counseling programs. Training in trauma-informed care, CBT, DBT, or play therapy. Bilingual (English/Spanish or other languages). Work Environment:
School or campus-based office setting. Regular interaction with students, parents, and staff. May require occasional evening or weekend hours for events or crisis response.
Director of Student Services
Location:
Stephens County School System
Position Type:
Full-time
Position Summary:
The Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) provides confidential, individual counseling services to students to support their emotional, social, and academic well-being. The LPC works collaboratively with teachers, administrators, and families to promote mental health awareness and ensure students receive the support and resources they need to succeed.
Key Responsibilities: Provide
individual counseling sessions
to students addressing issues such as stress, anxiety, depression, trauma, relationships, and academic challenges. Conduct
intake assessments
and develop
individualized treatment plans
tailored to each student's needs. Use evidence-based counseling techniques and interventions in alignment with ethical and professional standards. Maintain accurate and confidential
clinical documentation
in compliance with state and organizational policies. Collaborate with school staff, parents, and external providers to coordinate student care while maintaining confidentiality. Coordinates with school counselors on delivering services. Participate in
crisis intervention
and provide immediate emotional support when necessary. Facilitate referrals to outside agencies or specialized services as appropriate. Lead suicide prevention training for Support school-wide initiatives related to social-emotional learning and mental health awareness. Attend regular supervision, team meetings, and professional development sessions. Qualifications:
Master's degree
in Counseling, Psychology, or related field from an accredited institution. Active LPC license
(or LPC-Associate under supervision, if applicable) in the state of Georgia. Experience providing counseling to
children and/or adolescents , preferably in an educational or youth setting. Strong interpersonal, communication, and crisis management skills. Knowledge of ethical guidelines, confidentiality laws (FERPA/HIPPA), and culturally competent counseling practices. Preferred Qualifications:
Experience in
school-based mental health
or
youth counseling programs. Training in trauma-informed care, CBT, DBT, or play therapy. Bilingual (English/Spanish or other languages). Work Environment:
School or campus-based office setting. Regular interaction with students, parents, and staff. May require occasional evening or weekend hours for events or crisis response.