Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) Associate
Location: Education Service Center Region 15
Reports To: Director of Administrative Services/Federal Programs
FLSA Status: Exempt
Salary: Based on ESC Salary Schedule
Mission: Education Service Center Region 15 is dedicated to excellence in education through leadership, partnership, and service.
Position Purpose: This position reports to the Director of Administrative Services/Federal Programs and is responsible for providing collaborative services to meet the counseling needs of individual students and staff, as well as providing program-wide supports while supporting a high-performance culture that emphasizes excellence, quality, productivity, and standards.
Major Duties/Responsibilities:
Provide collaboration, coordination, and support in the development and delivery of quality counseling services.
Assist with consultations, referrals, planning, information distribution, and direct care services tailored to meet staff, students, and families' needs.
Maintain a reasonable caseload of students with an additional focus on parent/guardian/family engagement.
Compile, maintain, and file all reports, records, and other required documentation and adhere to all confidentiality standards of the counseling profession.
Maintain availability during extended hours as needed as a member of the ESC 15 Crisis Response Team.
Conduct suicide, trauma, violence, and risk assessments for students as needed.
Provide information, training, education, and consultation services to schools and communities concerning intervention issues.
Demonstrate high-quality customer services; build rapport/relationships with all stakeholders.
Demonstrate flexibility while working harmoniously in team settings and with other ESC staff. Maintain current Texas driver’s license and auto insurance and travel to provide home or community-based services and to attend professional growth activities and staff meetings.
Comply with program expectations as defined by the Program Director.
Perform other duties as assigned by the supervisor or the ESC 15 leadership team.
Special Knowledge/Skills:
Evidence of leadership skills, especially in the area of diverse populations and at-risk students
Ability to collaborate with diverse staff and community members in the delivery of programs and services to at-risk students
Working knowledge of state codes governing guidance and counseling services
Working knowledge of Multi-Tiered Systems of Support (MTSS), specifically Tier II and III services
Excellent organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills
Strong computer skills in working with internet and software programs
Ability to demonstrate courteous, supportive behaviors when communicating and collaborating with parents, community personnel, and staff
Ability to reflect and evaluate current practices to determine strengths and areas of growth to access professional development to improve practices
Experience:
Minimum of two (2) years preferred in counseling, education, or a related field (including practicum/internship) Strong preference for prior experience with children, youth, and families
Term:
This position is funded through a federal grant and will only be for two years (July 2024-June 2026). The position is dependent upon continued funding of the U.S. Department of Education and is an at-will position. If hired, employee will receive required supervision to obtain full licensure as professional counselor, dependent upon fulfilling all state requirements. Employee will receive additional professional training and will need to sign a non-compete agreement.
Reports To: Director of Administrative Services/Federal Programs
FLSA Status: Exempt
Salary: Based on ESC Salary Schedule
Mission: Education Service Center Region 15 is dedicated to excellence in education through leadership, partnership, and service.
Position Purpose: This position reports to the Director of Administrative Services/Federal Programs and is responsible for providing collaborative services to meet the counseling needs of individual students and staff, as well as providing program-wide supports while supporting a high-performance culture that emphasizes excellence, quality, productivity, and standards.
Major Duties/Responsibilities:
Provide collaboration, coordination, and support in the development and delivery of quality counseling services.
Assist with consultations, referrals, planning, information distribution, and direct care services tailored to meet staff, students, and families' needs.
Maintain a reasonable caseload of students with an additional focus on parent/guardian/family engagement.
Compile, maintain, and file all reports, records, and other required documentation and adhere to all confidentiality standards of the counseling profession.
Maintain availability during extended hours as needed as a member of the ESC 15 Crisis Response Team.
Conduct suicide, trauma, violence, and risk assessments for students as needed.
Provide information, training, education, and consultation services to schools and communities concerning intervention issues.
Demonstrate high-quality customer services; build rapport/relationships with all stakeholders.
Demonstrate flexibility while working harmoniously in team settings and with other ESC staff. Maintain current Texas driver’s license and auto insurance and travel to provide home or community-based services and to attend professional growth activities and staff meetings.
Comply with program expectations as defined by the Program Director.
Perform other duties as assigned by the supervisor or the ESC 15 leadership team.
Special Knowledge/Skills:
Evidence of leadership skills, especially in the area of diverse populations and at-risk students
Ability to collaborate with diverse staff and community members in the delivery of programs and services to at-risk students
Working knowledge of state codes governing guidance and counseling services
Working knowledge of Multi-Tiered Systems of Support (MTSS), specifically Tier II and III services
Excellent organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills
Strong computer skills in working with internet and software programs
Ability to demonstrate courteous, supportive behaviors when communicating and collaborating with parents, community personnel, and staff
Ability to reflect and evaluate current practices to determine strengths and areas of growth to access professional development to improve practices
Experience:
Minimum of two (2) years preferred in counseling, education, or a related field (including practicum/internship) Strong preference for prior experience with children, youth, and families
Term:
This position is funded through a federal grant and will only be for two years (July 2024-June 2026). The position is dependent upon continued funding of the U.S. Department of Education and is an at-will position. If hired, employee will receive required supervision to obtain full licensure as professional counselor, dependent upon fulfilling all state requirements. Employee will receive additional professional training and will need to sign a non-compete agreement.
Master’s degree in counseling/clinical psychology or similar program
Current licensure with the Texas State Board of Examiners of Professional Counselors
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