Academic Counselor

Affordable education. Hands-on training.

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• Location 993 South 1950 West,Payson, UT, 84651,United States
• Base Pay $55,109.00 / Year

Location:

Payson, UT

Status:
Full-Time

Hours:

Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Two evenings per week.

Academic Counselors serve as advocates for students' academic and personal well-being. They address a wide range of concerns, from disability accommodations to academic challenges and mental health crises, to ensure students have the support they need to thrive. Counselors assess students' needs and goals to create tailored support plans, collaborating with faculty, family, and administrators to foster a supportive environment that promotes program completion and personal growth.

A central focus of the role is supporting student retention by identifying barriers early, providing proactive outreach, and helping students stay engaged and successful throughout their programs.

The workplace culture and opportunities here at MTECH are benefits in and of themselves, but here's what you can expect from MTECH's generous benefits package:

• Positive Work Culture: Be a part of a friendly, team-oriented environment where your contributions are valued.
• Comprehensive Health Coverage: Enjoy affordable and extensive healthcare benefits.
• Financial Peace of Mind: 14.2% retirement contributions and a 6.2% Social Security alternative.
• Work-Life Balance: Take advantage of paid holidays, personal leave, sick days, and vacation time.
• Professional Growth :
  Receive an MTECH tuition waiver after three months (minimum hours may apply), opening doors to further your education and skills.

Responsibilities of the Academic Counselor include, but are not limited to:

• Provide short-term individual and group counseling to address students' academic, emotional, and social challenges, ensuring appropriate referrals for long-term support as needed.
• Develop and monitor Student Success Plans with measurable goals for students who do not meet academic standards, offering tailored guidance and support.
• Actively participate in the Multi-Tiered System of Support (MTSS) process to identify students in need and design targeted interventions.
• Facilitate conflict resolution by fostering constructive dialogue to support a positive learning environment.
• Provide timely and effective crisis support and interventions, including availability outside regular work hours when necessary.
• Design and deliver classroom lessons and workshops on topics such as suicide prevention, study skills, mental health awareness, and time management.
• Advocate for students by facilitating access to resources, addressing their concerns, and ensuring their voices are heard.
• Monitor student performance and attendance, initiating proactive interventions to enhance retention and success rates while ensuring policy compliance.
• Oversee compliance with Section 504 of the Americans with Disabilities Act by evaluating and organizing appropriate accommodations. Ensure adherence to the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA).
• Maintain regular and accurate reports detailing services provided to students.

We're seeking professionals who are passionate about student support and committed to excellence. Successful candidates will have:

• Education
  :
  Master's degree in counseling, education, behavioral science, or a related field; OR active enrollment in a graduate program in one of these areas.
• Communication
  
  Skills:
  
  Exceptional verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to articulate complex ideas while demonstrating cultural competence and inclusivity. Experience with public speaking or group facilitation is preferred.
• Documentation & Record-Keeping: Proficiency in maintaining detailed, accurate notes, progress reports, and documentation.
• Interpersonal Strengths: Demonstrate empathy, strong problem-solving abilities, conflict resolution skills, and adaptability in a dynamic environment.
• Collaboration & Teamwork: Prove ability to effectively collaborate and build strong working relationships across diverse stakeholders.

MTECH maintains the right to conduct a criminal history background check; employment is contingent upon background check results.

Mountainland Technical College does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, or age in its programs and activities.

The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding nondiscrimination policies:

Inquiries may also be sent to the Office for Civil Rights—Denver Office, U.S. Department of Education, in the Cesar

E. Chavez Memorial Building, 1244 Speer Boulevard, Suite 310, Denver, CO,. They can be reached by phone at  (TDD at ), by fax at , or by email ver .