Genetics Counselor jobs in Twin Falls, ID
Genetics Counselor provides genetic counseling and education to individuals and families at risk for hereditary disorders. Obtains and analyzes family medical history to identify patients at risk for specific disorders or syndromes. Being a Genetics Counselor recommends genetic testing as warranted and counsels patients on test results, treatment and alternative coping methods. May provide crisis intervention as needed. Additionally, Genetics Counselor requires a master's degree of Genetic Counseling. Typically reports to a manager or director. Requires board certification from the American Board of Genetic Counseling (ABGC) or American Board of Medical Genetics (ABMG). Typically requires a state license to practice. Genetics Counselor's years of experience requirement may be unspecified. Certification and/or licensing in the position's specialty is the main requirement. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)
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Counselor
- Dietrich School District
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Dietrich, ID
FULL_TIME
- K-12 Counselor 2024-2025 School Year Full-Time Deadline: Open until filled JOB SUMMARY: To help students overcome problems that impede learning and to assist them in making educational, occupational, and life plans. The counselor will guide, listen, and lend support to students who will need services beyond the scope of the regular classroom. QUALIFICATIONS: •Holds a Pupil Personnel Services Certificate with a Counselor Endorsement (K-12) •Vocational counseling endorsement preferred •Minimum experience as determined by the Board •Knowledge of computerized master schedule development •Broad knowledge of theories of individual and group guidance techniques, secondary school guidance program design, and career educational information and placement •Knowledge of state and federal testing procedures and requirements •Strong background in the use of technology •Relates extremely well to students •Demonstrated ability to communicate and work effectively with students, parents, staff, and community groups and organizations •Able to work under pressure and deadlines •Excellent interpersonal, communication, organizational, and leadership skills •Maintain confidentiality of staff and students MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Direct Assistance to Students •Assist students with education planning, course selection, and adding and dropping courses •Develop individual four (4) year plans with 8th graders and students newly enrolling, and assist in monitoring and managing these plans •Register students new to the school, provide orientation and information relative to school policies and procedures, schedules, curriculum and extracurricular opportunities •Interpret grades and test scores for parents and students, as well as permanent record information such as GPA, credit status, class rank, and honors •Assist when requested with follow-up on students that are below grade level/failing with weekly progress reports •Maintain a close relationship with the child study team following directives and recommendations as needed •Assist in the resolution of school-related problems •Provide responsive services including consultation, personal counseling, crisis counseling, and referral •Arrange for summer work and/or enrollment in summer school programs to make up noted deficiencies •Provide for a smooth transition between middle/junior high and high school, which may include orientation programs for students and parents •Provide for a smooth transition between elementary and junior high school, which may include orientation programs for students and parents •Provide a guidance curriculum consisting of structured developmental experiences presented systematically through classroom and group activities for all students •Assist with teacher/student/parent conferences •Perform the duties of the Testing Coordinator •Assist with writing and organizing IEP’s for the District as needed Transition to College and Career •Assist students in evaluating their aptitudes and abilities through the use of teacher comments, interpretation of individual standardized test scores, and other pertinent data •Provide career development materials and activities (classroom and individual) and follow-up •Work closely with and involve parents in students career planning •Provide counseling for students that will assist them to develop increased personal growth, self-understanding, and maturity •Provide information and prepare recommendations to colleges for admissions and scholarships, as well as to potential employers and other agencies •Help students with scholarship information and with application procedures including preparing written recommendations •Hold a financial aid seminar for parents and students •Notify students of upcoming opportunities to meet with college recruiters, job fairs, and outside career counselors •Assist students with applications to post-secondary institutions, meeting with recruiters, and planning campus visits •Provide timely notice and information to students and parents of opportunities to take SAT, ACT, and AP exams •Gather information on colleges and careers and keep this information accessible to students and parents in an organized arrangement •Work to prevent students from dropping out of school, and assist those that do in finding alternative educational programs and/or employment Office Management •Maintain a professional office environment •Provide interim assistance to students or parents with urgent needs •Maintain student records and ensure their confidentiality •Consult with teachers and other staff regularly to provide information and support to staff and to receive feedback on emerging needs of students •Deal with confusion and emergencies in a friendly, supportive, and calm manner •Assist agitated or confused students in re-composing themselves during situations where the student has a problem or personal setback •Screen and coordinate new student records •Help build the master schedule and decide what courses are going to be taught at each grade level. Knowledge of Power School will be necessary. •Assist Administration in maintaining a course description booklet with Classroom Teacher input Program Evaluation •Assist in the evaluation of current curriculum offerings and in the planning, selection, and implementation of new course offerings •Participate in follow-up studies of former students for the purpose of improving services and evaluating the effectiveness of the educational program being offered by the school •Use the internet to gather current information about colleges and career programs •Compare on-line and published information with first-hand accounts from returning graduates in order to gain a full, current picture of the situation •Share research and findings with colleagues and students in order to improve counseling services •Research, develop, and write proposals to enhance the guidance curriculum •Evaluate the effectiveness of the comprehensive counseling program Other •Supervise the district’s testing program and interpretation of test scores, and attend state sponsored district test coordinator meetings •Work closely with the school in interpreting the school’s philosophy and objectives to students and parents •Participate in building meetings such as special education meetings and class meetings •Assist in arranging education services for hospitalized or homebound students in conjunction with the special services staff •Assist with teacher/student and teacher/parent conflicts •Provide letters to senior parents informing them of student academic status, including credit checks, reviews, and graduation status •Keep immediate supervisor informed of activities and any issues that may arise •Assume responsibility for his or her continuing professional growth and development by such efforts as attendance at professional meetings, membership in professional organizations, enrollment in advanced courses, and by reading professional journals and other publications •Adhere to The Code of Ethics of the Idaho Teaching Profession adopted by the •Professional Standards Commission and the State Board of Education •Seek assistance should emergencies arise •Represent the school district in a positive manner •Know and follow school district policy and chain of command •Perform other duties as assigned APPLICATION DEADLINE: Open until Filled. A district application may be obtained online or by clicking the llink below. POSITION BEGINS: July 1st, 2022 SALARY: Placement on District Salary Schedule APPLICATIONS SHALL BE RETURNED TO: DALONNA HURD, 406 N Park Street, Dietrich, ID 83324 or by email to dalonnah@dietrichschools.org
- 1 Month Ago
Clinician/Counselor
- Twin Falls County
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Twin Falls, ID
FULL_TIME
- Please apply ONLINE www.twinfallscounty.org.The Treatment and Recovery Clinic is accepting applications to fill the position of Clinician / Counselor. This is a full-time position with benefits and re...
- 20 Days Ago
Summer Camp Counselor
- Sun Valley Resort
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Sun Valley, ID
FULL_TIME
- The Summer Camp Counselor helps with tennis, golf, hiking, biking, bowling, scavenger hunts, archery, yoga, gymnastics, dance and music, theater, arts and crafts, and more. Duties and Responsibilities...
- 5 Days Ago
Mental Health Counselor - Contracted
- Easterseals-Goodwill Northern Rocky Mountain Brand
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Twin Falls, ID
PART_TIME
- TEXT ‘Work4ESGW’ to 773-770-4377 to apply Apply at: www.esgw.org/jobs Wage: $30.00/hr. Change lives and have Fridays off! Join our non-profit substance abuse and mental health treatment team. - Closed...
- 18 Days Ago
COUNSELOR, Secondary, HIGH SCHOOL
- Jerome Jt. School District #261
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Jerome, ID
FULL_TIME,CONTRACTOR
- COUNSELOR, SECONDARY, POSITIONS AVAILABLE AT JEROME HIGH SCHOOL AND JEROME MIDDLE SCHOOL. Apply Online at www.jeromeschools.org - district tab, employment opportunities -- search for all available Tea...
- 19 Days Ago
Substance Abuse Counselor - Contracted
- Easterseals-Goodwill Northern Rocky Mountain Brand
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Twin Falls, ID
PART_TIME
- TEXT ‘Work4ESGW’ to 773-770-4377 to apply Apply at: www.esgw.org/jobs Wage: $28.00/hr. Join our nonprofit substance abuse and mental health treatment team. - Enjoy a 4 day work week with Fridays off! ...
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KFC General Manager
- KFC
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Twin Falls, ID
- At KFC, we feed the world. But we do more than fill people up. We fulfill their life. Our meals matter, and when we serv...
- 4/19/2024 12:00:00 AM
Cleaner Day Shift
- Planet Fitness
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Twin Falls, ID
- Position: Cleaner - Day Shift We are searching for a motivated Cleaner to join our team! As a member of our staff, you w...
- 4/19/2024 12:00:00 AM
Dishwasher
- Golden Corral
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Twin Falls, ID
- Our franchise organization, 24 Carrot Corral, Inc. dba Golden Corral, is currently seeking energetic, friendly individua...
- 4/19/2024 12:00:00 AM
Overnight Support Team Member
- Whole Foods
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Twin Falls, ID
- Responsibilities Provides overnight support for assigned team to include receiving and preparing product and maintaining...
- 4/19/2024 12:00:00 AM
Assistant Moving Center Supervisor
- UHaul
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Twin Falls, ID
- Full description Are you a people person who loves to help others? Then consider becoming U-Haul's newest Assistant Gene...
- 4/19/2024 12:00:00 AM
Retail Fulfillment Associate
- Macys
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Twin Falls, ID
- Responsibilities As a Fulfillment Associate, you will be responsible for driving a great shopping experience for our omn...
- 4/19/2024 12:00:00 AM
Patient Access Specialist - Twin Falls Part Time
- St. Luke's Health System
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Twin Falls, ID
- Overview At St. Luke's, our dedicated team of Patient Access Specialists strive to build a positive, supportive, and inc...
- 4/19/2024 12:00:00 AM
Clinical Supervisor - FACS
- Idaho State Job Bank
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Twin Falls, ID
- Clinical Supervisor - FACS at Idaho Division of Human Resources in Twin Falls, Idaho, United States Job Description Clin...
- 4/18/2024 12:00:00 AM
About Twin Falls, Idaho
Twin Falls is located at 42°34'N 114°28'W (42.561,-114.464).
According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 18.16 square miles (47.03 km2), of which, 18.10 square miles (46.88 km2) is land and 0.06 square miles (0.16 km2) is water.
The Snake River Canyon forms the city's northern limits, separating it from Jerome County. There are three waterfalls in the immediate area. Shoshone Falls is located approximately 5 miles (8.0 kilometres) east of Twin Falls city. Pillar Falls is located approximately 1 1⁄2 mi (2 1⁄2 km) upstream from the Perrine Bridge while Twin Falls, ...
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Income Estimation for Genetics Counselor jobs
$68,272 to $84,010
Twin Falls, Idaho area prices
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What does a Genetics Counselor do?
Genetics Counselor in Kansas City, KS
From talking to our genetic counselor, advanced maternal age (being 35 or older) and advanced paternal age (not sure of the cut off) gets you automatically shunted into the 'go see the genetic counselor just for safety' category.
December 10, 2019
Genetics Counselor in Chattanooga, TN
Most people that seek out the services of a genetics counselor do so out of concern that a genetic disorder may be present in the family, because multiple pregnancies have been lost, or when an ultrasound suggests that a problem may be present.
February 10, 2020
Genetics Counselor in Santa Rosa, CA
Frequently Asked Questions About Genetic Counselors.
January 01, 2020