Student Assistance Coordinator/Substance Abuse Counselor (Sac) Part Time / Tenure Track

Student Assistance Coordinator/Substance Abuse Counselor (SAC) Part Time / Tenure Track JobID: 1131

Position Type:

Student Support Services/School Counselor

Date Posted:

5/14/2024

Location:

Verona High School

Date Available:

08/29/2024

Closing Date:

06/28/2024

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2024-2025 School Year

Student Assistance Coordinator/Substance Abuse Counselor (SAC)

Part Time / Tenure Track

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Valid New Jersey Educational Services Certificate for Student Assistance Coordinator (#3461)

• Minimum experience as determined by the board.

• A BA or higher degree in Social Work, Psychology, or Counseling is strongly preferred. School Certification in one or more of these areas is also strongly preferred.

• Specialized training in substance abuse counseling and experience in working with adolescents in a substance abuse program.

• Demonstrate ability to work effectively and efficiently with students, staff, parents, outside agencies, and community groups.

• Ability to contribute to substance abuse curriculum development and provide professional staff development in this area.

• Experience as an active member of a CORE team.

• Demonstrated ability to communicate and work effectively with students, parents, staff, and community groups and organizations.

• Required criminal history check and proof of U.S. citizenship or legal resident alien status.

• Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the Board may find appropriate except the required certification.

Position is open until filled.

The full Job Description is attached.

The Verona Public Schools is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer and recruits, hire, and retains employees based on the merit and qualifications directly related to professional competence. We value and embrace diversity in our staff inclusive of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, gender identity / expression, sexual orientation, disability, marital, veteran status, age, pregnancy or related condition, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. We encourage all interested candidates to consider applying for positions within the Verona Public Schools.