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Form of workPosition Type: Full-time
Location: Troy,New York,United States
Application closes: 2024-02-04
Founded in 1953, Hudson Valley Community College (HVCC) located in scenic Upstate NY is a multi-campus College with locations in Troy and Malta New York. HVCC offers more than 80 degree and certificate programs in three schools: Business and Liberal Arts; Health Sciences; and Science, Technology, Engineering and Math (STEM). Hudson Valley is one of 30 community colleges in the State University of New York (SUNY) system and serves nearly 9,000 students each year. The college is a recognized leader in career and transfer preparation, workforce training initiatives, distance learning and service to a diverse population of students. Hudson Valley has an extension center in Malta, NY known as HVCC North and sponsors the Capital District Educational Opportunity Center in Troy, NY. With more than 80,000 alumni and nearly 1,000 employees, the college and is a catalyst for educational opportunity and economic development in the Capital Region of New York State.
Capital District Educational Opportunity Center seeks experienced, dynamic, capable, creative and caring individuals who would like to join our team and continue to build on decades of successful service to our community.
EOC-Senior Counselor
EOC-AL-11824SR
Please Note: In order to be considered an applicant for this position you must meet the minimum qualifications as stated in this announcement. HVCC does not support Visas. Applicants must currently hold an unrestricted employment authorization to work in the United States and appointment will be contingent upon completion of a background check.
Qualifications for Employment
A. Education (Minimum Requirements):
Master’s degree in counseling, psychology or related field.
B. Employment Experience Preferred:
Minimum of three years professional counseling experience post licensure. Employment experience in college counseling is preferred.
C. Pertinent Other:
Must be Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) or Social Worker (LMSW or LCSW) in NYS, or in the process to be licensed within 6 months.
Nature and Scope of Duties
The Senior Counselor reports to the Associate Dean of Instructional Services and/or their designee and performs the following duties:
1. Assumes supervisory responsibility for Counseling Services in the absence of the Executive Director and Associate Dean of Instructional Services.
2. Provides informational presentations to students and prospective students about counseling and wellness services.
3. Provides confidential, personal counseling and maintains a record for each student served.
4. Assists in implementing a peer education program that effectively promotes student development and wellness.
5. Assists in coordinating wellness events and activities throughout the year.
6. Provides students with behavioral health consultations and individualized guidance in achieving personal wellness goals
7. Develops and facilitates student support groups, as needed, to efficiently and effectively address common student development concerns.
8. Provides educational and orientation workshops for students.
9. Provides consultation for faculty and staff in determining appropriate interventions for students of concern.
10. Communicates with outside social service agencies in preparation for referrals, and makes referrals where appropriate.
11. Answers questions during the academic year regarding consequences of withdrawal from coursework.
12. Assists in delivering trainings for faculty and staff on matters related to student development and wellness.
13. Refers students to other appropriate people on campus to obtain assistance.
14. Assists other offices within the EOC on a needed basis.
15. Performs other duties as assigned.
This is a full-time 37.5-hour work week, 12 month position with a salary of $60,000.00.
Hudson Valley offers a full benefit package including Health Insurance, Dental and Eye Insurance, Retirement, employee and employee’s spouse and children tuition waivers. HVCC also has a generous leave policy.
To apply, please visit www.hvcc.edu/jobs and complete the online application before the close date of February 4, 2024
Hudson Valley provides educational access to a diverse community of traditional and non-traditional learners in an environment that fosters lifelong learning and freedom of inquiry and expression. Hudson Valley values equity, inclusion, and dignity for all.
Women, minorities, veterans, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply. Bi-lingual applicants strongly encouraged to apply.
Hudson Valley Community College is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation or gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
