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Counselor
Job Description
Counselor
External Posting Number : 20130346P
Position Number : 1509
Position Title : Counselor
Position Type : Faculty
Classification : Faculty
Department : Student Services
Division : Student and Community Services
Discipline: Counseling
Work Schedule
This is a regular, full-time, tenure-track position. Work schedule: approximately 200 days, 8 hours per day, Monday through Friday, work hours will fluctuate between 8:00 a.m. – 7:30 p.m. and the schedule is subject to change as determined by the Dean, Student Services. Assignments will be day and evening at various Kellogg Community College campuses.
RESPONSIBILITIES include but are not limited to the following
SEE JOB DUTIES BELOW.
Position Summary
Kellogg Community College (KCC) is seeking enthusiastic applicants who are excellent team members and dedicated to student’s holistic development, both academically and personally. Under the general supervision of a dean, KCC counseling services provide personal, academic, career, disability, and crisis counseling to students from diverse backgrounds for the purpose of developing and facilitating the attainment of their educational and personal goals. This Counselor position primarily works with TRIO and Perkins special populations students with an emphasis on career, academic, and disability counseling services on an appointment or walk-in basis in the form of individual or group counseling. Occasionally, this Counselor may assist with crisis counseling as needed by the department. A variety of topics may be addressed, ranging from stress management, anxiety, effective communication, self-esteem, healthy relationships, suicidal ideation, substance abuse, and other areas related to student wellbeing and success. It is essential that KCC counselors develop and maintain relationships with off-campus referral sources to make appropriate referrals based on the unique needs of each student. KCC counseling delivers prevention and outreach programs to students at all KCC locations as well as in a virtual format. The successful candidate will be primarily located on the North Avenue Campus but will provide services at other locations and virtually as needed. Some evening hours may be required.
At Kellogg Community College, we are committed to creating an inclusive environment where we foster respect for others and our differences, support cultural understanding, demonstrate ethical behavior and champion social justice. We will accomplish this by:
- Deepening our understanding of diversity, equity and inclusion through learning, engagement with others and personal reflection;
- Valuing the lived experiences and perspectives of others while nurturing and understanding the differences between us;
- Rejecting all forms of prejudice, discrimination and racism; and
- Advancing integrity, justice and civility among and between us.
Kellogg Community College is an Equal Opportunity Employer and Educator
Physical Demands
The job responsibilities are performed in an office area and presentation venues. Travel by car required. The job has intermittent periods during which continuous physical exertion is required, such as walking, standing, sitting, stooping, bending, climbing, lifting material or equipment, some of which may be heavy or awkward (8 – 45 pounds). Typically requires regular use of one or more physical senses of medium intensity and long duration. Must meet reasonable deadlines, quotas or demands for accuracy, and, may be involved in some mildly unpleasant situations.
Minimum Qualifications
- Licensed Master’s Degree (minimum) in Counseling (LPC or LLPC considered with the expectation of full licensure within five years of hire date), Licensed Master’s Social Work (LMSW), or Licensed PhD Psychology (LP). Eligible to practice in the State of Michigan. Attach a copy of current licensure and unofficial transcripts showing degree conferred at the time of application.
- Minimum of three (3) years of licensed professional counseling experience.
- Demonstrated commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion.
- Broad knowledge of human development including but not limited to relationships, substance abuse, and domestic violence.
- Career, academic, and disability counseling knowledge and skills.
- Strong technology skills including being able to utilize various forms of technology and the ability to learn new software.
Preferred but not Required
- Crisis intervention knowledge and skills.
- Experience working as a licensed professional counselor in a higher education setting.
- Understanding and appreciation of the community college mission.
Proposed Salary According to the current Kellogg Faculty Association (KFA) contract agreement, commensurate with education and experience. The current contract and compensation scales can be found at: FACULTY SALARY SCALES (kellogg.edu)
Special Instructions to Applicants
This position is open to internal and external applicants. To be considered, all required materials (including a copy of current licensure, unofficial transcript indicating the name of the granting institution on it, cover letter and a resume) must be submitted no later than Monday, June 27, 2022 at 9:00 a.m. EST, and it is the responsibility of the applicant to ensure all required materials are submitted by the closing date and time. Only online applications will be accepted – any paper applications will be rejected and returned to the applicant. As part of the interview process, applicants will be given a skills test. If you have questions regarding our online application process, please call 269 565-2074 or email hr@kellogg.edu.
Projected Hire Date
External Posting Date : 06/06/2022
External Closing Date : 06/27/2022
External Closing Time 9:00 a.m. EST
Internal Posting Date : 04/08/2022
Internal Closing Date : 04/15/2022
Job Duties
Essential Function CORE COUNSELING RESPONSIBILITIES
Description
- Provide individual counseling services to a diverse student population with an emphasis on career, academic, and disability counseling. Responsibilities also include initial assessment and individualized goal planning based on the unique, presented needs of each student who engages with KCC counseling services.
- Refer students to appropriate campus and/or community resources for the purpose of assisting students in goal setting, problem solving, decision making and persistence toward their educational goal attainment.
- Maintain confidential and ethically responsible documentation and data collection for all student contacts.
- Manage assigned Bruins Care reports and other emergent reporting systems to assist students in managing crisis and other concerns.
- Engage in professional development activities, maintain expertise in the counseling field, and actively participate in equity work.
- Serve in an advisory capacity to the Threat Assessment and Behavioral Intervention (TABI) team.
Essential Function STUDENT SUCCESS AND RETENTION
Description
- Manage a student caseload of TRIO grant program participants and Perkins special populations students.
- Develop, implement, and coordinate retention strategies for individual students or designated groups of students. Such strategies may include assessment and evaluation of self-reported students’ needs including a review of relevant academic records, delivery of student success strategies to caseload students, and/or collaboration with colleagues to deploy retention-based programs.
- Monitor equitable access to KCC counseling services and actively engage in continuous improvement efforts to reduce identified gaps.
- Participate in the ongoing development, implementation, and outcome monitoring of counseling student learning outcomes and utilization of services.
Essential Function PARTNERSHIP DEVELOPMENT
Description
- Maintain knowledge of and relationship with internal and external resources to make accurate and appropriate referrals.
- Work with KCC personnel to maximize student success, particularly as it relates to enrollment, financial aid, and registration.
Essential Function KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES
Description
- Effectively utilize institutional technology and resources including Microsoft Office 365, Maxient, Starfish, and electronic student information systems.
- Participate in team-based committee work, departmental programming, and college-related activities (i.e., hiring/search committees, student success committees, Faculty Senate).
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