Counselor, Veterans Resource Center

Primary Purpose

PRIMARY PURPOSE Duties and responsibilities as presented are intended to be representative and not restrictive. The District reserves the right to modify the assignment and allocation of duties in accordance with operational needs.

Job Description

JOB DESCRIPTION Teach Counseling 150 (Academic and Life Success) and related courses to a diverse student population. Participate in curriculum development and serve on department division college and district committees as necessary to maintain and improve the instructional program; participate in appropriate professional development activities. Participate in co-curricular activities including planning implementing and teaching in special programs designed to support student success. Participate in the formulation of Student Learning Outcomes (SLOs) and the Student Learning Outcomes assessment cycle. Maintain formal office and campus hours; participate in department and division meetings. Maintain current knowledge of instructional methods and new technologies pertinent to areas of assignment; learn and apply emerging technologies and advances (e.g. computer software applications) as necessary to perform duties in an efficient organized and timely manner. Teach scheduled classes and perform related duties as assigned including timely compliance with clerical and administrative responsibilities; comply with district college and division policies in the performance of duties. Instruct and assist in the growth and success of a diverse population of students through careful preparation of course materials effective teaching methodologies and informed critical feedback on assignments and discussions. Develop culturally relevant course content culturally responsive pedagogical techniques and effective practices for engaging students who are diverse and / or are students who are historically underserved. The ideal candidate should have experience in this area with African American Latinx Native Americans Pacific Islanders and other disproportionately impacted students. Work cooperatively with staff and students. Evening and / or weekend assignments may be required as part of the regular contract.

Essential Functions

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS Examples of essential functions are interpreted as being descriptive and not restrictive in nature.

Desirable Qualifications

DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS Demonstrated commitment to DEIA with the ability to provide culturally responsive counseling that respects the varied identities within the veteran community. Experience working with veterans and military-affiliated students. Knowledge of VA education requirements and benefits sensitivity to the needs of veterans and the services offered to veterans. Knowledge of and ability to refer veterans to appropriate resources. Experience coordinating events socials clubs or other activities to promote student success. Understanding of and ability to implement the Principles of Excellence for veterans at a post-secondary institution. Minimum of two years of experience as an academic counselor in post-secondary education. Recent experience as a community college Veterans counselor. Knowledge of career transfer and vocational counseling trends. Effective oral and written communication skills.

Minimum Qualifications

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Masters 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 the equivalent. Equivalent qualifications may include related education training employment and professional experience that would be equal to the required degree(s) and experience in this field as determined by the District Equivalency Committee. Commitment to diversity. All applicants must have demonstrated sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic socioeconomic cultural disability gender gender identity sexual orientation and ethnic backgrounds of community college students faculty and staff. The applicant must be able to demonstrate how these factors relate to the need for equity minded practices within within the classroom. ( NOTE : A bachelors degree in one of the listed degrees and a license as a Marriage and Family Therapist ( MFT ) is an alternative qualification for this discipline.)

Work Schedule

Full Time Tenure Track

Key Skills

Dhcp,Dermatology,B2C,Account Development,AC Maintenance

Employment Type : Full Time

Experience : years

Vacancy : 1

Yearly Salary Salary : 94016 - 141211