School Counselor Intern - Alternative Education

Are you looking for a career that would make a difference in the lives of children and families in Berks County? The Berks County Intermediate Unit (BCIU) is seeking dedicated and passionate individuals to make an impact on the 70,000+ students and their families in Berks County. If you have the heart to serve, we encourage you to explore career opportunities with the BCIU!
 
Position Goal:

While receiving direct, on-site supervision from experienced counselors, School Counselor Interns will be provided with the opportunity to gain culturally diverse clinical experience within an Alternative Education learning environment.  Interns will gain knowledge regarding organizing and administering counseling services for the BCIU Alternative Education Program with the primary intent of assisting every student solve their problems while also promoting growth of the individual in self-direction.
 
Job Responsibilities (see attach description for additional details):

• Serve as a core team member, which requires maintaining confidentiality and demonstrating commitment to the Early Childhood and Student Services and BCIU administrative teams by participating in problem solving and program strategic planning.
• Support and assist the program administration in leadership of threat assessment, referrals for services, program development, and professional development offerings for internal and external personnel.
• Schedule and preside at regular administrative meetings.
• Coordinate counseling curriculum and programs with department members.
• Assume the role of building leader when administration is not present in the building.
• Assist counselors and staff in the selection, development, and/or acquisition of counseling programs for individual students along with the implementation of these programs.

 
Qualifications:

• Enrolled in an accredited school counseling graduate program and working towards Pennsylvania State Certification.
• Experience in addictions counseling preferred.
• Must possess the personal qualifications for the development of desirable working relationships with people in the school and community.
• Must have excellent oral and written communication skills with youth and adults.
• Previous successful experience with children who demonstrate ‘at risk’ behaviors preferred.
• Ability to work independently when appropriate.
• Experience working with students with disabilities and youth considered at-risk.
• Ability to travel within the workday to a variety of school settings and environments.
• Strong verbal, written, analytical, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to organize and prioritize work and to meet deadlines.
• Ability to multi-task and take initiative.
• Ability to take direction from supervisors and accept feedback.
• Ability to work efficiently and successfully in a highly structured environment.
• The holder of this position could be required as part of his or her duties to engage in activities that can be charged to a Medical Assistance (MA) or other state or federal healthcare program. Clearance as a provider by both the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania and the federal government is therefore an essential qualification for this position. 

  
TERM OF INTERNSHIP:
Stipend and work schedule established by the Intermediate Unit Board of Directors in collaboration with the college/university