Student Services - Elementary Counselor ; Pre-screening

Job Details

Weber School District – Ogden, UT
Position:
Elementary Counselor – 2026‑27 school year
Type:
Full‑time, Permanent

Closing date:
March 5, 2026

• Work with general education students and students with social, emotional, behavioral, and physical disabilities in a variety of settings
• Consult and support school staff in conducting a Functional Behavior Assessment (FBA)
• Consult, train and support school staff in developing and implementing Behavior Intervention Plans (BIP)
• Consult, train and support district staff in data collection protocols for students with identified social/emotional or behavioral needs
• Support school teams in developing skills to promote student success in academics and personal/social growth
• Advocate on the student’s behalf and collaborate with teachers to develop effective support services
• Implement and support prevention and intervention strategies
• Administer and interpret social/behavioral assessments and record data for use in school team meetings
• Attend required school team meetings, including 504, IEP, and crisis meetings, as needed
• Assist in writing, implementing, and monitoring individual goals and objectives for students with behavioral services
• Provide staff development and training in social/emotional and behavior management techniques
• Confer with parents regarding student progress and needs
• Demonstrate strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and effective communication with diverse students and families
• Show leadership that supports program objectives and collaborative problem‑solving with co‑workers
• Work cooperatively with all members of the school team, including administration, psychologists, health care professionals, service providers, teachers, and parents
• Use computer operating systems and office software (Windows, Microsoft Office, Excel, Google Suite, etc.)
• Implement district and school policies, and maintain confidential records in compliance with state and federal laws
• Maintain schedules, meet timelines, exercise good judgment in emergencies, and participate in crisis situations
• Coordinate services with local community agencies and adapt to program changes
• Drive to and attend school sites within the Weber School District geographic area
• Demonstrate professional ethics as outlined by the Utah Professional Practices Advisory Commission
• Conform to district attendance, absence, and evaluation policies

• Master’s Degree in School Counseling
• Utah State Board of Education School Counseling Professional license preferred
• Experience in a school setting preferred

• Mobility to reach, bend, and manipulate small objects; lift and carry up to 50 lb; occasional lifting up to 20 lb
• Independent transportation across the Weber School District
• Non‑violent crisis intervention techniques, occasional work with bio‑hazards
• Ability to move throughout school environments, including classrooms, offices, playgrounds, and meeting areas
• Comfortable standing or sitting for extended periods during sessions and documentation
• Effective verbal and written communication with students, staff, and families in varied settings
• Visual acuity to read records and written materials; hearing sufficient for noisy school environments
• Manual dexterity for computer use and office equipment
• Emotional regulation, judgment, and confidentiality when handling sensitive situations
• Responsive to urgent student needs and crisis situations
• Work in a typical school setting with frequent interruptions and shifting priorities
• Maintain confidentiality of student records, counseling sessions, and sensitive family information
• Follow a school‑day schedule with occasional evening work for meetings, events, and professional development

WEBER SCHOOL DISTRICT IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY (EEO) EMPLOYER