Part-Time Counselor - Disabled Student Programs & Services; DSPS

Mendocino College is currently accepting applications for part-time, Temporary Part-Time Counselors to work in our Disability Resource Center.

This part-time counseling faculty role is dedicated exclusively to supporting students seeking accommodations related to disabilities. The position focuses on guiding students through the full spectrum of disability support services, including assisting with the application process, reviewing and facilitating accommodation requests, and engaging in the interactive process to determine appropriate and equitable supports. The counselor works collaboratively with students to ensure access to educational opportunities, provides individualized guidance, and helps navigate institutional procedures to promote compliance and student success.

The Disability Resource Center (DRC) provides counseling/instructional accommodation support services for enrolled Mendocino College students who have a verifiable disability.

The program serves the educational needs of students with disabilities recognized under Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act.

We seek diverse, equity- minded candidates who bring new perspectives and experiences to enrich our educational community. Please review our District Mission, Goals, and Values at the following website: MLCCD
-Mission,Goals,Values

The main campus is located in Ukiah, CA; with centers locations in Lakeport, CA;
Willits, CA;
Fort Bragg, CA; and online. We look forward to reviewing your application.

Attention:
Per the Collective Bargaining Agreement of the Mendocino Part Time Faculty Association; all unit members must maintain a California mailing address.

If you do not currently reside in or intend to relocate to California should an offer be made; please understand this is a requirement of the Collective Bargaining Agreement.

Assignments are made on a part-time, hourly contract basis. A part-time faculty assignment may not exceed a total of 67% of an annual full-time assignment. Salary is determined by the total contract hours. Hourly contract rate is dependent on qualifications ($69.36 - $96.69). Compensation for assigned classes is paid over the duration of the semester.

Please see the current salary schedule at: MLCCD-Salary Schedule

• Benefits:
  The College offers a Bronze level benefit plan at the cost of the employee.
• Paid Time Off:
  Sick leave is earned based on teaching load percentage.
• Retirement:
  This position may be eligible for CalSTRS Retirement.

• Conducts DSPS student intakes and follow up counseling appointments.
• Determines student eligibility based on verification documents and interactive process; reviews information with student to determine educational limitations and creates accommodation letters; manages implementation of accommodation services.
• Counsels students with disabilities considering Career and Technical programs, local degrees and/or transfers to other colleges; assists students in selecting an appropriate major and institution;
• Assists students with disabilities and exploring and defining their personal college goal; assists faculty, administrators, staff, and advocates in supporting and understanding these needs; maintains regular contact with faculty members regarding student issues and concerns;
• Helps students become more knowledgeable about their aptitudes, interests, values, and achievement levels; assists students in planning their selection of courses;
• Stays current with transfer requirements of other colleges and vocational training institutions; acts as a resource for faculty concerning the transfer process to a four-year college;
• Interviews students who are officially withdrawing from the College, on probation, on academic dismissal or petitioning to graduate;
• Assists in developing an effective matriculation process for new students, to include a comprehensive student education plan;
• Refers students who require more specialized counseling to appropriate agencies in the community;
• Assists students in clarifying their educational and career goals, develop comprehensive educational plans and maintain currency as it relates to institutional and/or transfer requirements;
• Teaches students how to view available course offerings and register for courses;
• Assists students in planning their selection of courses;
• Utilizes and stays abreast of advanced counseling methods and student development theories which include integrating technology to support student learning and career objectives;
• Assists faculty, administrators, staff, in recognizing student needs, issues and concerns;
  Provides intervention services for students such as early alert;
• Participates in regularly scheduled counseling department meetings…