Lead counselor job description

This position is responsible for assisting the Residence Manager in maintaining an effective behavior/habilitation program for adults with developmental disabilities. Also provides indirect supervision of and assistance to residential counselors assigned to the residential program.
Responsibilities
• Assists in the training of residential counselors who are assigned to a residence
by providing instruction in data collection, writing monthly quarterly/annual reports and presents written consumer reports at the IDT meetings.
• Assists to insure that all assigned resident methodology programs are implemented according to resident schedules.
• Assists to insure that programs are being implemented correctly with corresponding program changes within the home.
• Implements all individual resident money management programs as assigned.
• Coordinates leisure schedules and monitors leisure programs in accordance with individual residence interests and needs.
• In the absence of the Residence Manager insures that resident monthly, quarterly, and annual reports are completed correctly and on time. Also insures that program data is presented at IDT meetings.
• Assumes the role of “facilitator” for at least one resident as assigned.
• Insures that the residents are properly clothed maintaining clothing inventories in accordance with each resident's IDT schedule.
• Coordinates with On-Site Supervisor the daily activities of residents as they pertain to maladaptive behaviors and the staffing off-ground activities.
• Coordinates residence paper work relative to ADL skills, maintenance issues, including food and supply requests.
• Provides crisis intervention assistance and relief coverage where required.
• Participates in a minimum of 2 on-site/direct care shifts per week.
• Insures that families and visitors are greeted in a courteous friendly manner.
• Attends meetings and serves on committees as directed.
• Follow federal, state and local governmental regulatory guidelines pertaining to a safe, healthy, and clean work environment, reporting health and safety concerns to the supervisor.
Qualifications
HS Diploma/GED preferred OR two years experience working with a I/DD population. Some supervisory experience is preferred.
•Valid Driver License within Tri-State (NY, NJ, or CT) area.
•Must successfully complete OPWDD Medication Certification Course at the discretion of the Department Head.
•Must display leadership skills and relate well to the Individuals, families and staff.
•Must successfully complete OPWDD Medication Certification Course, CPR/First Aid course and SCIP-R training at the discretion of the Department Head
Salary: $19.90/hr
Opengate is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.

It all started with an idea at Block in 2013. Initially built to take the pain out of peer-to-peer payments, Cash App has gone from a simple product with a single purpose to a dynamic app, bringing a better way to send, spend, invest, borrow and save to our millions of monthly active users. With a mission to redefine the world's relationship with money by making it more relatable, instantly available and universally accessible, at Cash App you'll have the opportunity to make a real-world impact with your career.

Today, Cash App has thousands of employees around the world with a culture geared toward creativity, collaboration and impact. We've been a distributed team since day one, and continue to value working across time zones and continents both remotely and in our Cash App offices.

Our offices are great, but many of our roles can be done remotely from the countries where Block operates. We tailor our experience to champion our employees' creativity and productivity wherever they are.
Check out our locations, benefits and more at cash.app/careers.

Cash App is looking for a highly engaged Regulatory Counsel Lead to play a key role in providing guidance on global, regulatory matters related to the rapidly expanding Cash App. You will advocate on behalf of issues at the regulatory intersection of financial services and technology such as global payments, remittances, banking services, and digital assets. You have deep experience with regulators in the financial services space. You have experience managing a world class team, reviewing complex and technical regulatory matters, seeing around corners to spot challenges and opportunity and working cross-functionally to get exceptional outcomes.

You will report directly to the General Counsel of Cash App.

You Will:

* Lead a global team of regulatory attorneys who specialize in payments, banking services, digital assets, broker-dealer and income tax filings.

* Provide entrepreneurial, quick-thinking, pragmatic, business-oriented legal and regulatory advice on new and existing products to members of the Counsel team and business lines.

* Advise on legal, regulatory, and industry requirements for payments and related financial services activities.

* Identify, summarize, and analyze impact of new applicable rules and regulations

* Identify risk areas and develop systems, policies, and procedures to manage and mitigate them.

* Handle regulatory inquiries from regulatory authorities

* Properly balance risks and business reward with a dedication to superior customer service

You Have:

* 11+ years combined experience working in-house, at a law firm or financial services regulatory agency

* Global experience with fintech, payment and banking issues - digital assets is a plus.

* Experience in handling regulatory and enforcement matters and prior relationships with relevant regulators

* Outstanding communication skills, both written and verbal, and ability to advocate for a position while maintaining collaborative and open-minded approach

* Sound and practical business judgment, intellectual creativity, and problem-solving skills

* High degree of comfort and fluency with computers and technology, and understanding of how technology is applied to business and regulatory problems

* Familiarity with Securities Act, Exchange Act, Investment Advisers Act, and/or Investment Company Act, including SEC and FINRA broker-dealer rules, and anti-money laundering obligations a plus.

* The ability to meet deliverables on time and work in an evolving and growing environment that is prone to changes

* J.D., and an active membership and good standing with the California Bar or New York Bar

We're working to build a more inclusive economy where our customers have equal access to opportunity, and we strive to live by these same values in building our workplace. Block is a proud equal opportunity employer. We work hard to evaluate all employees and job applicants consistently, without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, disability, pregnancy, gender expression or identity, sexual orientation, citizenship, or any other legally protected class.

We believe in being fair, and are committed to an inclusive interview experience, including providing reasonable accommodations to disabled applicants throughout the recruitment process. We encourage applicants to share any needed accommodations with their recruiter, who will treat these requests as confidentially as possible. Want to learn more about what we're doing to build a workplace that is fair and square? Check out our I+D page.

Additionally, we consider qualified applicants with criminal histories for employment on our team, and always assess candidates on an individualized basis.

Block, Inc. (NYSE: SQ) is a global technology company with a focus on financial services. Made up of Square, Cash App, Spiral, TIDAL, and TBD, we build tools to help more people access the economy. Square helps sellers run and grow their businesses with its integrated ecosystem of commerce solutions, business software, and banking services. With Cash App, anyone can easily send, spend, or invest their money in stocks or Bitcoin. Spiral (formerly Square Crypto) builds and funds free, open-source Bitcoin projects. Artists use TIDAL to help them succeed as entrepreneurs and connect more deeply with fans. TBD is building an open developer platform to make it easier to access Bitcoin and other blockchain technologies without having to go through an institution.

Primary Purpose: Provide leadership and coordinate the implementation of an effective comprehensive school counseling program and support students in their psychological, academic and social development.
BASIC FUNCTIONS:

Student & School-Wide Support

* Promote District initiatives and a growth mindset when working with staff, parents, community, and students.
* Assist with planning and implementation of transitioning plans from elementary to middle, middle to high, and high school to a post-secondary institution.
* Serve as the communication liaison between the Counseling Services department for the campus leadership team meetings and other campus meetings
* Serve as the designated liaison for inter-district communications
* Facilitate School wide Counseling Initiatives and Activities
* Review records and communicate findings for summer school policies and protocols
* Submit reports as requested by Counseling Services throughout the year
* Coordinate all mandated faculty and staff professional development trainings at the campus level
* Create and facilitate campus needs assessments to assess the effectiveness of the Comprehensive School Counseling Program
* Present and deliver pertinent information during Parent Teacher Student Association Meetings
* Arrange Vertical team meetings with all counselors within the Feeder Pattern
* Coordinate Guidance Advisory Committee Meetings with identified stakeholders
* Create Counseling departmental calendar that aligns with the district counseling services departmental calendar
* Organize and facilitate weekly campus counseling team meetings
* Assist in the identification and implementation of interventions to enhance student success and reduce the dropout rates
* Become primary point of contact for all stakeholders as it relates to receiving and disseminating information.
* Assist in monitoring and review of student's academic record to identification of course selection for correct placement in courses and programs, etc. related to grade level appropriate state accountability standards to include College, Career, and Military Readiness (CCMR).

Monitor Programs

* Assist with monitoring PEIMS data collection to ensure appropriate data submission to the Texas Education Agency.
* Assist school counselors to develop, implement and documents classroom guidance lessons for all grade levels PK through 12th related to academic, personal and social/emotional issues, e.g. character education, and teen dating violence, etc.
* Plan, coordinate, and document review of programs, initiatives, and goals of Counseling and Advising as requested by Director, Counseling and Advising.

Communication and Community Relations

* Serve as a District representative to a variety of District and community committees
* Demonstrate professional and responsible work habits
* Use professional written and oral communication and interpersonal skills
* Develop, promote, and support a District-wide culture focused on District student learning goals, with an emphasis on trust, respect and responsibility for students, parents, teachers and staff.
* Provide quality customer service and professional behavior when working with staff, parents, community, and students.
* Maintain on-going communication with Principals and Director, Counseling and Advising.

Selected individuals for Dallas Independent School District positions will be placed according to compensation guidelines. A campus-based employee may not assume a new position for which he/she was selected based upon the posting process until the end of the current semester, unless approved by the chief officer - Human Capital Management.

A security check and disclosure of family relationship information is required for all positions.

No telephone calls please.

Special Knowledge and Skills

* Knowledge of the American School Counseling Association (ASCA) National Model; Texas Model for Comprehensive School Counseling Programs; Career and Technical Education Programs; State of Texas graduation plans; PK-12 guidance and curriculum; credit accrual in high school; community agency resources and referral process; and group and systems processing
* Ability to organize, coordinate, present District-wide training; have strong organizational, communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills; have computer knowledge in district student management systems; interpret data; and manage budgets and district-wide projects

Experience: (2) years teaching experience

* Master's degree in Guidance Counseling; valid Texas counseling certificate; valid Texas teacher certificate
* Ability to communicate clearly and effectively with diverse groups
* Effective interpersonal skills to interact with all levels of employees, staff members, and the general public
* Competence with the use of technology required in a professional office
* Ability to promote a positive, caring climate
* Process all levels of work on assignments from beginning to end
* Effective and efficient decision-making skills
* Ability to coordinate multiple projects and assignments; high degree of flexibility required
* Knowledgeable of counseling procedures, student appraisal, and facilitating student growth
* Knowledgeable of social and emotional learning competencies, restorative practices, and positive behavior interventions
* Ability to interact and communicate effectively with students, staff, and parents
* Demonstrated ability to coach school staff and provide support with implementing SEL-based approaches (at the student, classroom, and school-wide levels)
* Demonstrated ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions
* Bilingual in English and Spanish preferred