WELCOME to the Counselor's Corner!
It is so nice to see you all at OFRS!
My name is Jana Rojas and I am the Elementary Counselor/CST Social Worker at Old Farmers Road School. My goal is to provide your children with a positive sense of caring, respect, and community at school. It is a privilege to work with your children, and I enjoy coming to school every day. OFRS is near and dear to my heart, as I also began my "career" here as a kindergarten student!
When students feel socially and emotionally competent, they are ready to learn! For some children, this comes naturally, and for others...they may need a little bit of support and guidance. Please see below for a general idea of what my School-based Counseling and Character Development Program provides for your children:
School-based Counseling: Confidential short-term individual and/or small group counseling for children who may be experiencing difficulty with adjustment, anxiety, behavior, and/or any social-emotional concerns. Children may be referred for counseling support by their teachers and/or their parents. Please feel free to contact me with any questions or concerns you may have regarding your child and I will do my best to assist you and your children.
Social Emotional Learning: Classroom lessons aligned with our health education curriculum standards that address school-based issues that kids face every day. Problem-solving, bullying, friendship skills, and conflict resolution are some of the topics that are covered.
Child Study Team Social Worker/Pre-School Casemanager: As a member of the Child Study Team at OFRS, I work in collaboration with the LDT-C and School Psychologist to implement strategies and accommodations to meet the learning needs of all of our students.
Member of the I&RS Committee: The Intervention and Referral Services Committee is a collaborative committee comprised of the teacher, student's parents, literacy instructor, LDT-C and school principal. The purpose of this committee is to brainstorm and implement a plan to best meet the needs of each learner.
Crisis Resources for Families
1.877.652.7624
PerformCare: Morris/Sussex Mobile Response continues to providing crisis stabilization services, case management and implementation of in-home therapeutic services for children and their families. They are using a video and audio platform to connect and support with all our families. They are available 24/7, 365 days a week
888.222.2228
2nd Floor is confidential and anonymous helpline for New Jersey’s youth and young adults who need support. An individual in need can either call or text 2nd floor
1.800.427.2736
National Parent Helpline is a helpline for parent and caregiver support
1.800.273.8255
National Suicide Prevention Hotline provides support and assistance 24/7 for anyone feeling depressed, overwhelmed, or suicidal
741-741
Crisis Textline is a free, 24/7, confidential text message service to support individuals in crisis. Text “HOME” to 741-741 and you will be connected to a crisis counselor
Please feel free to contact me anytime at (908) 876-3865 x 4136 or via email at [email protected]. I look forward to speaking with you!