Part-Time Counselor, Special Programs - Special Programs​/Student Services - Columbia College

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Job Title Part-Time Counselor, Special Programs - Special Programs/Student Services - Columbia College

Site Columbia College

Salary Range / Other The Hourly Range: $54.27 to $86.76
The Doctorate Range: $63.95 to $89.04
The  Certified Part-time Non-Instructional Hourly Salary Schedule. Part Time Faculty office Hours are paid at a flat rate of $30 per hour.

Benefits Not Eligible for Benefits. With the exception of Workers’ Compensation coverage, not eligible to participate in the District’s benefit programs.

Scope Of Assignment Under the supervision of the Dean of Student Services, the Part Time Special Programs Counselor provides comprehensive counseling services to diverse student populations. Counseling includes academic, career, and personal counseling. Primary assignment includes working with EOPS/CARE and Foster Youth. Counseling may also involve Justice Involved, Veterans, CalWORKs, and other disproportionately impacted student populations. Duties may include individual appointments, walk-ins, group guidance, workshops, evening/weekend assignments, and other outreach activities;

supports students in achieving goals through academic and support counseling, financial aid, and other services. Must use available technologies and apply current career theories and methods. Maintain effective relations with all areas of the college community and promote the counseling services of Special Programs and Student Services where appropriate. The successful candidate will join a Student Services Division focused on specialized supportive services and equity-driven strategies to improve student completion.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Master’s in counseling, rehabilitation counseling, clinical psychology, counseling psychology, guidance counseling, educational counseling, social work, or career development. An alternative qualification is a license as a Marriage, Family, and Child Counselor (per Title 5 Section 53410.1) or possession of a California Community College Counselor credential appropriate to the subject OR the equivalent.

• Have completed a minimum of nine semester units of coursework predominantly relating to ethnic minorities or persons handicapped by language, social or economic disadvantages; or
• Six semester units or equivalent of a college-level counseling practicum or counseling field work courses in a community college EOPS program, or in a program dealing predominantly with ethnic minorities or persons handicapped by language, social or economic disadvantages
• In addition, have two years of occupational experience in work relating to ethnic minorities or persons handicapped by language, social or economic disadvantages.

Determined by California State Chancellor’s Office. Click hyperlink for discipline applicable Minimum Qualifications
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The District has adopted an equivalency procedure that enables consideration of applications by individuals who may not directly meet the qualifications listed above. For more information on equivalency, you may access the link below: https://(Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)._procedures

Knowledge of and ability to appraise the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural and ethnic backgrounds of community college students. Sensitivity to the needs and challenges associated with the diversity of the community college student population.

• Mobility: sit or stand for long periods, move about an office, reach above and below desk level.
• Dexterity: keyboard, handle papers, write and take notes.
• Lifting: occasional lifting up to 25 pounds.
• Visual: close vision, read documents and computer screens; adjust focus frequently.
• Hearing/Talking: hear normal speech, speak on the telephone and in person.
• Emotional/Psychological Factors: decision making, concentration; frequent interaction with others; deadlines and time-limited assignments.

Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position.

DESIRABLE CHARACTERISTICS

• Develop curriculum or services that stress innovation and improve student equity.
• Enthusiasm for the learning process.
• Commitm…