Virginia C.

Canoy February, 2012 GC 212 Organization, Administration and Supervision of Guidance & Counseling Services and Program Development Dr. Amelita Laforteza Bukidnon State University THE GUIDANCE PERSONNEL Guidance Counselor A. Functions 1. Program Planning The school counselor establishes the school counseling program and develops activities and resources to implement and evaluate the program. The school counselor involves other school staff in making decisions about the school counseling program. 2. Counseling The school counselor provides individual and group counseling services to meet the developmental, preventive, and remedial needs of students. 3. Consulting The school counselor consults with students, parents, teachers, and other school and community personnel to assist in meeting the needs of students. 4. Coordinating The school counselor coordinates all counseling services for students and assists with the coordination and implementation of student services in the school. The counselor also assists teachers with the Guidance Curriculum. 5. Student Appraisal The school counselor accurately interprets test results and other student data. The counselor also assists teachers with the educational placement of students by using appropriate educational assessment strategies. 6. Professional Practices and Development The school counselor adheres to ethical standards of the counseling profession, and abides by the laws, policies, and procedures that govern the schools. The counselor also participates in professional associations and upgrades professional knowledge and skills when needed.

B. Qualifications A Masters Degree A state certification as an elementary school guidance counselor

Additionally, special preparation in the following areas:

Child growth and development Individual counseling skills Group counseling and guidance skills Communication skills Elements of career development Educational and psychological measurement Theory and practice of counseling including exceptional and culturally diverse children Philosophy and principles of guidance Research and evaluation Elementary school guidance

C. Ethical Responsibilities 1. Develops, implements, and evaluates an annual local school counseling and guidance plan in accordance with standards set forth by the State Plan and commensurate with the local system plan. Implements the school counseling and guidance program curriculum. Provides individual and group counseling and guidance including guiding and counseling students through the development of personal, social, educational, and career plans. Consults and collaborates with parents/guardians, teachers, and staff about understanding and meeting the special needs of students and makes appropriate referrals. Participates in activities that contribute to the effective operation of the school. Provides orientation for new students, parents/guardians, and faculty.

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Administers tests and analyzes and interprets test results to provide information about educational, career, and personal/social needs. Assists with placement and follow-up services for students. Assists students in selecting programs of study to enhance career planning. Provides information and parents/guardians, and faculty. resource services for students,

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Assists students in building self-esteem and developing decision-making, problem-solving, and positive human relations skills. Plans with teachers, principal, parents/guardians, and students steps for modifying student behavior. Utilizes community resources in addressing the needs of students. Provides data development. concerning students needs to determine curricula

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Prepares and manages annual budget pertinent to the counseling and guidance program. Maintains comprehensive records and reports. Develops personal professional growth plan and demonstrates professional ethics and leadership. Exhibits positive human relations skills. Demonstrates proficiency in written and oral communication. Performs other related duties as assigned.

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