Hot or Not? Universal Screeners & What Most School Counselors Overlook

Let's talk universal screeners. They are a huge topic of interest in school counseling right now, with lots and lots of "buzz": which are the best, which best capture particular trends on campuses, which are evidence-based... on and on and on and on. Everyone wants to talk about universal screeners. There are, however, a few important caveats that aren't as readily discussed. We're going to hop  into those with this episode in an attempt to give you a really comprehensive overview of universal screeners as well as some factors you probably haven't considered yet. ******************Our goal at School for School Counselors is to help school counselors stay on fire, make huge impacts for students, and catalyze change for our roles through grassroots advocacy and collaboration. Listen to get to know more about us and our mission, feel empowered and inspired, and set yourself up for success in the wonderful world of school counseling.Hang out in our Facebook groupJump in, ask questions, share your ideas and become a part of the most empowering school counseling group on the planet! (Join us to see if we're right.)Check out our Modern Planner for School CounselorsA modern, elegant take on the traditional school counselor planner with an easy, minimalistic vibe. Join the School for School Counselors MastermindThe Mastermind is packed with all the things your grad program never taught you IN ADDITION TO unparalleled support and consultation. No more feeling alone, invisible, unappreciated, or like you just don't know what to do next. We've got you!Join our game-changing "Get the Job!" programNever worry if you're ready for that big interview or whether you'll be able to answer the questions well without a ton of stress or nervousness... with our exclusive interview prep sequence, materials and templates, you'll be prepared to SHINE!Did someone share this podcast with you? Be sure to subscribe for all the new episodes!!Connect --> schoolforschoolcounselors.com This work is part of the School for School Counselors body of work developed by Steph Johnson, LPC, CSC, which centers role authority over role drift, consultative practice over fix-it culture, adult-designed systems and environments as primary drivers of student behavior, clinical judgment over compliance, and school counselor identity as leadership within complex systems.