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High School Counselor Caseload Assignment Models: Counselors Voices about What Works and Why

High School Counselor Caseload Assignment Models: Counselors Voices about What Works and Why. Dr. Nelda L. Mackey. Significance of the Study .

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High School Counselor Caseload Assignment Models: Counselors Voices about What Works and Why

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  1. High School Counselor Caseload Assignment Models:Counselors Voices about What Works and Why Dr. Nelda L. Mackey

  2. Significance of the Study • The American School Counseling Association (ASCA) states that counselors should choose a caseload assignment model that aligns with the goals and mission of the site; however, no explanation is given on how to make this determination. • Gysbers & Henderson (2006) offered limited explanations. • Prior to this study, Akos, Schuldt & Walendin (2009) provided the only exploratory research on caseload assignment models. • Without research showing how caseload assignment models may impact the organization of the counseling program, or impact how counselors meet the needs of students, it’s been difficult to determine which model would be most appropriate for a site to utilize. • Practitioners have relied on anecdotal evidence and historical practices to make decisions.

  3. Types of Caseload Assignment Models • Alphabetical (Surname) Assignment Counselor • Grade Level Assignment Counselor • Looping -- counselor starts with students in 9th grade and stays with them through graduation • Static -- counselor assigned the same grade level each year • Program Specialist Counselor • Small Learning Community (Career Academy) Counselor • Other Configurations

  4. Practical Applications • Counselors and administrators should have conversations about goals and what should be emphasized in the counseling program. • Advantages/disadvantages of differing models • Delivery of guidance curriculum, individualized planning services and responsive services to students • Based on these conversations, look at the available research to determine the best model to utilize for your site. • Akos, P., Schuldt, H. & Walendin, M. (2009). School counselor assignment in secondary schools. Professional School Counseling, 13, 23-29. • Gysbers, N. C. & Henderson, P. (2006). Developing & managing your school guidance and counseling program (3rd ed.). Alexandria, VA: American Counseling Association. • Mackey, N.L. (2013). High school counselor caseload assignment models: Counselors voices about what works and why. Doctoral Dissertation, University of California, Davis.

  5. Interested in Learning More about Caseload Assignment Models? Dr. Nelda L. Mackey nmackey@sanjuan.edu Copy of dissertation will be e-mailed to you as it is not yet available on ProQuest

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