Albuquerque Public Schools
CROSSROADS COUNSELOR 0.5
Albuquerque Public Schools, Albuquerque, New Mexico, United States, 87101
To develop and implement a comprehensive counseling program to address the academic, career and personal/social goals for students at risk of abusing illegal substances.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
Main responsibility: High School Level Substance and Drug Abuse Prevention Counselor/ Instructor/ Team Member. Develops and implements a comprehensive counseling program which aligns with the APS Counseling Resource Guide. Plans and implements the counseling program to address the academic, career and personal/social needs of every student. Coordinates delivery of an annual needs assessment for the counseling program. Delivers the four program components: the counseling curriculum, individual student planning, responsive services and system support. Provides short-term individual and group counseling opportunities for students to promote school success, personal growth, self-understanding, communication, problem solving and decision-making skills. Assists families by providing referrals to outside services for students with acute or chronic substance abuse/mental health needs. Orients students and parents regarding current and future educational goals and career objectives. Assists in curriculum development, professional development and identification of interventions to assist students. Consults with administration, staff and parents regarding substance abuse/mental health issues in order to assist students with attitude, learning and/or behavioral problems. Serves on the school health/wellness team. Completes and submits the monthly counselor accountability report to the Counseling Manager. Evaluates the counseling program on an annual basis for continuous improvement. Regularly attends APS district counseling meetings to keep current on policies, procedures and best practices regarding school counseling programs and issues. Serves as a Parent Involvement Program Facilitator. PREFERRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES AND EXPERIENCE:
Valid certification or license as alcohol and drug counselor and/or five years of clinical experience in the area of chemical dependency and working with youth and families in drug and alcohol field. Experience working in Substance Abuse Prevention and/or skills working with adolescents/youth within school settings. Effective communication skills, both verbal and written. Flexibility, organization, decision-making and problem solving skills. Interpersonal skills with diverse populations both in-person and on the telephone. Ability to meet deadlines, work on multiple projects, and coordinate the work of others. Knowledge of District policies on immunization, medication, first aid, emergencies and child abuse/neglect. Knowledge of all laws, regulations and guidelines affecting teachers and students. Knowledge of effective classroom management techniques. Ability to maintain positive relationships with students, parents, community members and staff. REQUIREMENTS:
Master's degree in Counseling. Valid New Mexico License in School Counseling. Three years of experience in a public school setting or counseling environment. Counseling skills in a range of diverse needs, including college/career information and mediation/conflict resolution.
CONTACT INFORMATION:
For detailed information about position, please contact District Counseling department at (505) 855-9826.
Contact: Charae Archibeque at 5058559826 / charae.archibeque@aps.edu APPLY TO:
WWW.APS.EDU/JOBS
Certified Application
ADDITIONAL INFO:
SALARY: Schedule A DAYS: 190 HOURS: START DATE: 8/1/25 ADA Compliance
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
Main responsibility: High School Level Substance and Drug Abuse Prevention Counselor/ Instructor/ Team Member. Develops and implements a comprehensive counseling program which aligns with the APS Counseling Resource Guide. Plans and implements the counseling program to address the academic, career and personal/social needs of every student. Coordinates delivery of an annual needs assessment for the counseling program. Delivers the four program components: the counseling curriculum, individual student planning, responsive services and system support. Provides short-term individual and group counseling opportunities for students to promote school success, personal growth, self-understanding, communication, problem solving and decision-making skills. Assists families by providing referrals to outside services for students with acute or chronic substance abuse/mental health needs. Orients students and parents regarding current and future educational goals and career objectives. Assists in curriculum development, professional development and identification of interventions to assist students. Consults with administration, staff and parents regarding substance abuse/mental health issues in order to assist students with attitude, learning and/or behavioral problems. Serves on the school health/wellness team. Completes and submits the monthly counselor accountability report to the Counseling Manager. Evaluates the counseling program on an annual basis for continuous improvement. Regularly attends APS district counseling meetings to keep current on policies, procedures and best practices regarding school counseling programs and issues. Serves as a Parent Involvement Program Facilitator. PREFERRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES AND EXPERIENCE:
Valid certification or license as alcohol and drug counselor and/or five years of clinical experience in the area of chemical dependency and working with youth and families in drug and alcohol field. Experience working in Substance Abuse Prevention and/or skills working with adolescents/youth within school settings. Effective communication skills, both verbal and written. Flexibility, organization, decision-making and problem solving skills. Interpersonal skills with diverse populations both in-person and on the telephone. Ability to meet deadlines, work on multiple projects, and coordinate the work of others. Knowledge of District policies on immunization, medication, first aid, emergencies and child abuse/neglect. Knowledge of all laws, regulations and guidelines affecting teachers and students. Knowledge of effective classroom management techniques. Ability to maintain positive relationships with students, parents, community members and staff. REQUIREMENTS:
Master's degree in Counseling. Valid New Mexico License in School Counseling. Three years of experience in a public school setting or counseling environment. Counseling skills in a range of diverse needs, including college/career information and mediation/conflict resolution.
CONTACT INFORMATION:
For detailed information about position, please contact District Counseling department at (505) 855-9826.
Contact: Charae Archibeque at 5058559826 / charae.archibeque@aps.edu APPLY TO:
WWW.APS.EDU/JOBS
Certified Application
ADDITIONAL INFO:
SALARY: Schedule A DAYS: 190 HOURS: START DATE: 8/1/25 ADA Compliance