Direct Service
Direct services are in-person interactions between school counselors and students. The following artifacts are examples of different methods of direct service.
CORE CURRICULUM
This presentation was given in February to all graduating seniors, as a preventative intervention for summer melt. It outlined the steps needed to be taken from that day until they set foot on campus, as well as tips for a smooth transition into their postsecondary path.
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This presentation was given to freshmen English classes, with a goal of helping them feel more comfortable asking for what they need at school. A results report can be found in the accountability tab.
INDIVIDUAL STUDENT PLANNING
I facilitated several mock interviews with students who were interviewing for scholarships in North Carolina. Myself and two other student services team members played the role of the interviewers. We asked questions based on each scholarship, and then gave feedback using the above template. 75% of the students received the scholarship.
RESPONSIVE SERVICE
For certain behavior incidents, I run restorative circles to repair any harm done. This is an example of a circle that is used often for interpersonal conflict, and can be used between classmates or even teachers and students. In some cases, student participation can result in mitigation of suspension days, which ultimately works as a prevention measure for the school-to-prison pipeline and student drop-out.
INDIRECT SERVICE
Indirect services are provided on behalf of students as a result of the school counselors’ interactions with others including referrals for additional assistance, consultation and collaboration with parents, teachers, other educators and community organizations. Below are artifacts showcasing several ways that I work on behalf of my students.
TEAMS
I serve on two teams at my internship:
- MTSS: We create, implement, and analyze programs to support our students across three tiers. There is a heavy focus on attendance interventions at MTSS meetings, as well as time for sharing concerns about individual students and problem solving.
- Student Services: These biweekly meetings are for college advisers, counselors, CTE coordinators, social workers, and administration to work together on interventions, school-wide initiatives, and to communicate information from administration.
CONSULTATION
I use a solution-focused consultation approach when working with parents and teachers regarding student problems. During these sessions, I facilitate them in finding behaviors that will help them reach the goals they have for their student. Below is a rubric outlining the details of a solution-focused consultation session.
REFERRALS
My internship site has a host of colocated mental health professionals that come in daily to work with my students. This is an excellent opportunity, as students do not have to work out transportation, and school counselors do not give intensive therapy. In my individual counseling sessions, I sometimes offer students the option for a referral to in-school therapy. If agreed upon, I begin the referral process of reaching out to various agencies for these students.