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SSSD Counseling Department Vision Statement:
We recognize and abide by the American School Counseling Association's (ASCA) Ethical Standards for School Counselors and the American Counseling Association's (ACA) Code of Ethics and Standards of Practice.
American School Counseling Association (ASCA)
www.schoolcounselor.org
American Counseling Association (ACA)
www.counseling.org
Dr. Bob Kirchner ~Brande OHare
SSSD Counseling Department Vision Statement:
The students of Steamboat Springs School District,
through the comprehensive school-counseling program, acquire the
skills necessary to meet the challenges and high expectations in an
ever changing world. All students have access to rigorous
curriculum and high-quality opportunities to create meaningful
goals that support personal growth and ensure student success in
achieving their full potential. Our department is built on strong
relationships and strategic partnerships that encourage shared
respect and responsibility among students, parents, faculty, staff,
and the community for student success.
SSSD Counseling Department Mission Statement:
The mission of the SSSD Counseling Department is to facilitate all students’ academic, personal/social, and career development through the delivery of a comprehensive school counseling program that is developmentally appropriate and preventative in design. Steamboat Springs Counselors are highly qualified professionals who advocate for the needs of students and families within the community. We ensure that all students have the opportunity to achieve and reach their personal goals in a positive and safe learning environment.
The mission of the SSSD Counseling Department is to facilitate all students’ academic, personal/social, and career development through the delivery of a comprehensive school counseling program that is developmentally appropriate and preventative in design. Steamboat Springs Counselors are highly qualified professionals who advocate for the needs of students and families within the community. We ensure that all students have the opportunity to achieve and reach their personal goals in a positive and safe learning environment.
Articles for Parents: The Role of the School Counselor
- New Student Enrollment
- Assessment Coordination and Administration
- Small Group Counseling
- Individual Counseling
- Peer Conflict Mediation
- Restorative Justice Program
- Community Therapist Referrals
- Large Group Counseling (ie. classroom instruction)
- Coordination: Counselors serve as coordinators between staff, parents,students, and community.
- Career Counseling/Interest Exploration
- Day Treatment Services
- Staff/Parent In services when available
- Individual Parent Conferences available by appointment
Small Group Counseling
- Anger Group: Serves students who have had problems controlling and properly expressing anger; discussion and role-playing.
- Grief and Loss: Serves students who have lost a family member recently; helps them through the different stages of the grief process.
- Girls Group: Serves young women and addresses issues girls face during adolescence.
- Boys Group: Serves young men and addresses issues boys face during adolescence.
Bios
Ms. Brande O'Hare
Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC); Licensed Professional School Counselor Colorado
Phone:970-871-3587
Email: bohare@ssk12.org Hours: M-F 8:00am-3:45pm
Dr. Bob Kirchner
Licensed School Psychologist
Hours: T/R 8:00 - 3:45
Phone: 871-3521
Qualifications of a School Counselor in the State
of Colorado
A school counselor in the state of Colorado is required
to have at least a Master's degree in School Counseling and is
licensed by the Colorado Department of Education through
examination.
We recognize and abide by the American School Counseling Association's (ASCA) Ethical Standards for School Counselors and the American Counseling Association's (ACA) Code of Ethics and Standards of Practice.
American School Counseling Association (ASCA)
www.schoolcounselor.org
American Counseling Association (ACA)
www.counseling.org
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