Part-time Faculty Pool: Counselor; CCAP​/Pathways

Adjunct Counselor:
Dual Enrollment/CCAP (Multiple Sites)

Dual Enrollment allows high‑school students to earn college credit for college courses completed while still in high school; those courses may also count toward the student's high‑school diploma. This is a part‑time counseling position within the Dual Enrollment Area under the general direction of the Dean of Student Services and is funded with categorical funds based on grant availability. Dual Enrollment Counselors provide academic and vocational counseling;

develop educational plans that may include the use of Dual Enrollment/CCAP courses offered on high‑school campuses within our service area. The maximum counseling load is 10 units per semester, which may include evening and weekend hours.

• Assess and assist the whole student, including cultural differences and/or disabling conditions.
• Communicate effectively.
• Provide accurate academic and vocational information.
• Implement innovative and flexible counseling methods to increase matriculation rates among non‑traditional students.
• Function as a student advocate, facilitating the resolution of college‑related problems.
• Work independently and in small groups on educational projects.

• Master’s degree from an accredited institution in counseling, rehabilitation counseling, clinical psychology, counseling psychology, guidance counseling, educational counseling, social work, career development, marriage and family therapy, or marriage, family and child counseling OR Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution in one of the above listed fields and a current license as a Marriage and Family Therapist (MFT) valid in California OR Equivalent education and experience.
• Promote and incorporate culturally affirming DEIA and anti‑racist principles to nurture and create a respectful, inclusive, and equitable learning and work environment. In conducting duties, staff members shall respect and acknowledge the diversity of students and colleagues.

• Currently working as a grades 9‑12 counselor on a high‑school campus within the Merced College service area.
• Experience with the ARIES student information system widely used at K‑12 sites within the Merced College service area.
• Understanding of student support programs and services that increase retention, completion, and academic success.
• Experience with Student MIS systems and computer‑based educational planning software.
• Knowledge of current Student Success and Support Program requirements and processes, current technology skills related to counseling, and a willingness to pursue future technological developments. Familiarity with programs that aid socio‑economically disadvantaged and/or academically underprepared students.

Sick leave, faculty employed on a part‑time hourly basis shall earn sick leave credit at the rate of one (1) hour for each twenty (20) hours of paid service.

The selected candidate must be fingerprinted and tested for tuberculosis at his/her own expense prior to the start of employment. In compliance with the Immigration Reform Act of 1986, all new employees are required to verify their identity and the right to work in the United States. All offers of employment are subject to approval by the Board of Trustees. The applicant must be able to perform the essential functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodations.

Individuals with disabilities may request any needed accommodation to participate in the application process. Please submit your request with your application to the Human Resources Office.

Merced Community College District is an Equal Opportunity Employer.