LeadershipOften times, a Professional School Counselor is the only one at their school. This means that they have to take the reins on all tasks and leadership skills become imperative at this point.
Mason (2010) states that Professional School Counselors who self-identify as a leader, more importantly, a strong leader, are more likely to report their success of implementing a comprehensive school counseling program. Furthermore, Chen-Hayes, Okerman, & Mason (2014) report that when Professional School Counselors and other leaders in the school (e.g. teachers, administrators, etc.) cooperate and lead together, achievement, opportunity, and attainment gaps begin to close, and it is easier for the school to become more equity focused. Chen-Hayes, S., Ockerman, M., & Mason, E.C.M. (2014). 101 Solutions for School Counselors and Leaders in Challenging Times. Thousand Oaks, CA. Sage Publications.
Mason, E. M. (2010). Leadership practicies of school counselors and counseling program implementation. National Association of Secondary School Pricipals Bulletin, 94, 274-285. |