Roles of Key Responders in a Crisis SituationIntroductionA crisis is described as an obstacle that is for a time, insurmountable by the use of customary methods of problem solving (as cited, p.2; Kanel, 2015). Simply put, a crisis is an upset to the steady state of the individual. There are four parts to a crisis (1) precipitating events occur; (2) a person has a perceptiono f the event as threatening or damaging; (3) the perception leads to emotional distress; and (4) the emotional distress leads to impairment in functioning due to failure of the individual’s usual coping methods in previously have prevented a crisis from occurring (Kanel, 2015) School Counselors have professional training in crisis response. A school counselor serves as a leader in safe school initiatives and a vital resource in the creation, development, and implementation of response plans before, during, and after a crisis (ASCA.org). Counselors work with principals and each school has a school crisis response team. A school crisis response team determines which crisis events are likely to require or benefit from a team response (ovc.gov).
School Professional – Principal Verotta Means KennedyTitle 1 is a Federal Program that assists schools with funds that help with intervention staff, summer school, parent involvement activities, student field trips, reading, before and after school tutoring programs, student incentives, and teacher professional development. Title I also provides high percentage of free/reduced lunch programs of students at this school through Federal funding.
Anticipated Learning from InterviewCollaboration with StakeholdersPart 2: Role of the School Counselor and specific responsibilities on how a school counselor collaborates with the internal and external stakeholders in crisis intervention, prevention, and management.
The role a school counselor plays in managing crisis will vary from state to state, district to district, and in some cases school to school (James & Gilliland 2013). Professional school counselors are certified/licensed educators with the minimum of a master’s degree in school counseling and are qualified to address the developmental needs of all students through comprehensive school counseling programs addressing the academic, career, and personal/social development of all students (as cited ASCA.org). School counselors’ roles are vital in preventing violence incidents, intervening when concerns arise about potential violence and responding when violence occurs (ASCA National Model). School counselors help with the stress of students and staff. Counselors are leaders who implement comprehensive school counseling programs that focus on student outcomes, and teach students competencies (ASCA.org). School counselors incorporate organizational assessments and tools that are concrete,
n, and reflect the needs and expectations of every student.
6.6.1.1. Risking students in school counselors
Parental responsibility should be exercised to the greatest extent possible. Parents should be prepared to take actions against their children who have significant family, professional, or even personal risks or the consequences of leaving school. Students will also have an opportunity to seek assistance from professionals in dealing with an escalating crisis.
6.6.1.2. School counselors are not trained or trained, or authorized by the Board, to act as school counselors; however, through the use of supervision and a sense of place in an area and to be able to make informed decisions on how to work with students, a student’s parent or guardian may take action to intervene in an incident. Many community-based parents/guardians do not provide primary or secondary education and may not have access to a parent or guardian who is certified/required to help a child. They may not have a school counselor who is assigned to teach a course in a specific area, or to assist with a classroom assignment, but do share responsibility for providing professional intervention by providing support, guidance, and counseling. The role of a school counselor in preventing injury or other harm to children by adolescents, and the ability of youth who have family member issues to provide professional advice to parents, guardians, elders, and parents, including to evaluate, manage, address, and resolve situations, are fundamental rights protected by the Bill of Rights (S. Bill. 1842, 42 U.S.C. § 1373). School counselors operate under the supervision and authority of a program administered by the Education Division of the Department of Education, to provide primary and secondary education to children as required from day one of primary and secondary school years.
6.7. Child violence
School counselors are responsible for reducing or preventing child violent behavior and, in the process of doing so, protect the child’s family. School counselors also serve the safety and well-being of students and their families. Parents and guardians must be able to protect children and their families from possible harm. School counselors who are trained and authorized to act as school counselors can help parents and children have a better sense of responsibility for their children who are in a family or neighborhood where violence or abuse occurs. For more information concerning school counselors, contact the Department of Education Child Violence Program, at (206) 867-4547.
7. School of Public Safety
7.1. The School of Public Safety ensures that children are protected by appropriate training, supervision, and support; all students are expected to learn the lessons that are necessary to get their education conducted well and to receive a high standard of behavior and a good health. Children that have demonstrated school bullying should be considered for appropriate training and attention. Schools should be certified by the State as effective school-directed and safe school environments. Schools may not provide adequate health care and safety programs.
9. Education and Research
9.1. Public school educators have a responsibility to educate the public and students about the issues and developments in each of these areas of child, community, national, and global public safety. While school counselors should work closely with their students and teachers about the issues discussed in these questions, they should also promote the use of appropriate measures to address their needs and problems.
9.2. Teachers, staff, and students have a responsibility to use a method of curriculum and information that meets their needs. These teachers may not be involved in teacher instruction and may not have access to any appropriate training or education. In addition, they are not permitted to perform clerical duties on all or part of any curriculum that may be required to provide appropriate guidance or training. Teachers and staff must use appropriate methods of curriculum and information for all teachers, students, students’ parents, and the general public.
9.3. Public education is a high-quality educational endeavor. The needs of all children, including those who are children of color, are fundamental in our democracy
n, and reflect the needs and expectations of every student.
6.6.1.1. Risking students in school counselors
Parental responsibility should be exercised to the greatest extent possible. Parents should be prepared to take actions against their children who have significant family, professional, or even personal risks or the consequences of leaving school. Students will also have an opportunity to seek assistance from professionals in dealing with an escalating crisis.
6.6.1.2. School counselors are not trained or trained, or authorized by the Board, to act as school counselors; however, through the use of supervision and a sense of place in an area and to be able to make informed decisions on how to work with students, a student’s parent or guardian may take action to intervene in an incident. Many community-based parents/guardians do not provide primary or secondary education and may not have access to a parent or guardian who is certified/required to help a child. They may not have a school counselor who is assigned to teach a course in a specific area, or to assist with a classroom assignment, but do share responsibility for providing professional intervention by providing support, guidance, and counseling. The role of a school counselor in preventing injury or other harm to children by adolescents, and the ability of youth who have family member issues to provide professional advice to parents, guardians, elders, and parents, including to evaluate, manage, address, and resolve situations, are fundamental rights protected by the Bill of Rights (S. Bill. 1842, 42 U.S.C. § 1373). School counselors operate under the supervision and authority of a program administered by the Education Division of the Department of Education, to provide primary and secondary education to children as required from day one of primary and secondary school years.
6.7. Child violence
School counselors are responsible for reducing or preventing child violent behavior and, in the process of doing so, protect the child’s family. School counselors also serve the safety and well-being of students and their families. Parents and guardians must be able to protect children and their families from possible harm. School counselors who are trained and authorized to act as school counselors can help parents and children have a better sense of responsibility for their children who are in a family or neighborhood where violence or abuse occurs. For more information concerning school counselors, contact the Department of Education Child Violence Program, at (206) 867-4547.
7. School of Public Safety
7.1. The School of Public Safety ensures that children are protected by appropriate training, supervision, and support; all students are expected to learn the lessons that are necessary to get their education conducted well and to receive a high standard of behavior and a good health. Children that have demonstrated school bullying should be considered for appropriate training and attention. Schools should be certified by the State as effective school-directed and safe school environments. Schools may not provide adequate health care and safety programs.
9. Education and Research
9.1. Public school educators have a responsibility to educate the public and students about the issues and developments in each of these areas of child, community, national, and global public safety. While school counselors should work closely with their students and teachers about the issues discussed in these questions, they should also promote the use of appropriate measures to address their needs and problems.
9.2. Teachers, staff, and students have a responsibility to use a method of curriculum and information that meets their needs. These teachers may not be involved in teacher instruction and may not have access to any appropriate training or education. In addition, they are not permitted to perform clerical duties on all or part of any curriculum that may be required to provide appropriate guidance or training. Teachers and staff must use appropriate methods of curriculum and information for all teachers, students, students’ parents, and the general public.
9.3. Public education is a high-quality educational endeavor. The needs of all children, including those who are children of color, are fundamental in our democracy