A survey of 246 certified Tennessee school counselors was made regarding job satisfaction as related to the ASCA role and function recommendations. It was found that the counselors were most job satisfied with placement activities and least job satisfied with research activities. (Author)

This article discusses the role of the counselor in the operation of the school rather than the face to face contact between counselor and students. (Author)

Suggests that strategy for mental health counselors and other American Association for Counseling and Development (AACD) professionals is to focus on service to the consumer, unity within, and the clear articulation of the meaning of a developmental approach to counseling, therapy, and human growth. Practice within AACD is seen as…

A significant number of calls made to Kids Help Line are seen by the organisation as not requiring counselling support, but are rather young people testing or "checking out" the service. Although the status of many of these "testing calls" is self-evident, determining the authenticity of others presents the helpline counsellors…

By serving as experts, counselors can help judges, hearing officers, or juries see that all persons receive a fair hearing and that informed decisions are made. Counselors can help to make a difference by learning to express professional opinions in an honest and professional manner. Experienced attorneys recognize the benefits of expert testimony…

Community is a state of being together in which people lower their defenses and learn to accept and rejoice in differences among people. The characteristics of true community are true inclusivity; no one is exclusive or excluded. People are social creatures who desperately need each other not only for company but for meaning in their lives.…

This article examines the use of Anglo counselors for Native American students. (RC)

Examines the expanding role of the counselor as an expert witness in various legal proceedings. Specific recommendations are given regarding the content and process of vocational expert testimony as well as practical tips for the novice witness. (Author)

This article looks at the current literature's conflicting views of the counselor, both as a person and in his professional function. Areas of confusion regarding the functions of the counselor are related to the teacher-counselor issue, the professional functions of the counselor, and the basic purpose of counseling. (Author)

Prepared by a group of counselors in New York, this position paper states the duties and responsibilities of school counselors taking an activist role. (BY)

The results of this study seem to indicate that superintendents view their counselors as performing duties congruent with ASCA policy. They feel, however, that many counselor functions must be extended and improved. (Author)

Outlines general courtroom procedures and offers systematic practical advice for the counselor testifying as an expert witness. Includes topics of counselor role in court, preparing for testimony, answering questions, and dealing with the cross-examination. (Author)

Describes a counselor's experience offering testimony in behalf of a client during litigation. Discusses preparation for despositions and testimony and the counselor's role in reducing client stress. (JAC)