Adjunct Faculty Counselor

Description Our Mission Statement: As a federally designated Hispanic-serving Institution residing on the traditional homelands of the 14 Confederated Tribes and Bands of the Yakama Nation, Yakima Valley College cultivates equity and a culture of innovative and inclusive teaching and learning.
Yakima Valley College serves all students holistically, supports all students’ learning goals, and fosters achievement within career and educational pathways.
We strengthen our communities by providing opportunities for personal enrichment, economic mobility, and sociocultural engagement.
We invite you to consider joining Yakima Valley College (YVC), an innovative and equity-focused designated Hispanic-serving institution that is committed to the pursuit of equitable student learning outcomes for its diverse students.
Salary: $869 per Instructional Unit, not to exceed 10 IUs per academic quarter.
Yakima Valley College seeks an innovative adjunct faculty Counselor committed to community college students and their success.
This position is considered for renewal on a quarterly basis.
The work assignment will not exceed 200 hours per quarter.
This position is part-time, non-tenure track and works in person on the Yakima campus.
Reporting to the Dean - Student Services and in collaboration with Counseling & Advising department, the faculty Counselor may instruct classes with the approval of the supervising dean.
To the extent reasonably possible, the faculty Counselor shall keep abreast of developments in the fields of mental health counseling and academic advising.
Essential Tasks ESSENTIAL TASKS: The primary duty of a faculty Counselor shall be participating in the Counseling Center's ongoing program based on the individual's specific educational qualifications and experience, as assigned.
The faculty Counselor serves as a generalist responsible for providing services to meet the needs of our diverse student population enrolled at Yakima Valley College.
Following are the responsibilities of the faculty Counselor: Assist students with available information relating to vocational, academic, and developmental programs, including courses and activities in the district, and transfer requirements and general information regarding other institutions.
Counsel with students individually and in groups.
Serve as a referral person in cases where students may need additional medical, social, or educational help.
Assist students individually or in groups and/or classes to acquire and develop more effective study skills.
Provide career guidance and/or placement information to individuals or to groups and/or classes.
Serve as a consultant to students referred from other academic employees or from schools within the community college district Maintain a file of up-to-date transfer information on assigned institutions to help students in planning for additional education.
Maintain a flexible work schedule as assigned.
Assist vocational areas in the screening and selection of students, as required • Use online tools to maintain regular contact with students.
Assist with the coordination of incoming students through advising, registration, and orientation Develop files and interview students to determine grant/program eligibility.
Coordinate wraparound services for program participants.
Maintain accurate records of student contacts, time and effort, and written correspondence.
ABILITY TO: Read, understand and make recommendations based upon review of the following assessments and tests: Psychiatric evaluations, MMPI, mental health assessments, 504 plans, IEPs, etc.
Advocate for, research and refer to community resources.
KNOWLEDGE OF: Systemic oppression, racism, and equity concepts and applications in teaching, advising, and serving.
Legal and ethical issues in counseling Working on inter-professional teams and leading groups to fulfill their mission and goals.
Qualifications MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Master’s degree in counseling, Psychology or Social Work Field from a regionally accredited institution Must include a supervised counseling practicum and/or internship at the graduate level, and/or hold a state license as a Counselor (LMFT, LICSW, LMHC, ESA, etc.
) Professional and educational preparation that includes: Assessing client needs, environments, strengths, and support networks to help them identify their goals.
Demonstrated experience with crisis response, triaging, and/or crisis management.
Work in fundamentals of counseling, lifespan development, multicultural counseling.
Career development and career counseling (or commensurate training within first year of hire) Experience collaborating and consulting with multidisciplinary teams.
Five or more years of experience in counseling services to include personal, academic and career counseling in a community college, university, high school, mental health, or social service field.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: Student development work experience in a community college or other higher education setting Experience working in a supervised counseling practicum and/or internship.
Demonstrated success working on behalf of students or clients of color, from low-income backgrounds, with disabilities or other traditionally marginalized students, identifying performance and outcome gaps and developing effective strategies to address the causes Multilingual, American Sign Language, Spanish, Native Languages or other.
Washington state licensure in the fields of mental health or social work or eligible to make application for state licensure.
Designation(s) as a Minority Mental Health Specialist Teaching experience within the community college, university, or related setting Demonstrated ability to implement curriculum and deliver instruction in multiple modes of instruction (online, hybrid, and face-to-face) Supplemental Information SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION: To apply for this position you MUST submit a complete YVC Online Employment Application, and include the following REQUIRED attachments: A cover letter describing how you meet the qualifications of this position (a generic cover letter will not be accepted) A current resume ( a resume will not substitute for the "work experience" section of the online application) Three (3) professional references (personal references do not count as professional) Unofficial transcripts for confirmation of degree (if minimum qualifications require a degree).
The successful candidate will be required to submit official transcripts at time of hire Certifications/Credentials as required for fulfillment of the minimum qualifications Please note: Failure to follow the above application instructions will lead to disqualification.
Please do not include any attachments other than the ones requested above.
E-mailed documents will not be accepted after the closing of the recruitment or in lieu of attaching your documents to the online application.
Employment Information: Those applicants invited to interview may be required to complete a skills test.
Candidates may be subject to a Criminal History Background Check as a condition for consideration of employment.
"In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire.
" Yakima Valley College does not discriminate against any person on the basis of race, color, national origin, disability, sex, genetic information, or age in admission, treatment, or participation in its programs, services and activities, or in employment.
All inquiries regarding compliance should be directed to the Director of Human Resource Services, YVC, South 16th Ave.
& Nob Hill Blvd.
, Yakima, WA 98902; or call 509.
574.
4670.
Equal Opportunity - Yakima Valley College (yvcc.
edu) Applicants with disabilities who require assistance with the recruitment process will be accommodated to the extent reasonably possible.
All positions are subject to funding.
Yakima Valley College offers a selection of health and retirement plans allowing you to take advantage of the plans that work for you.
We also offer paid leave, development and career opportunities, and other compensation benefits.
Benefit packages are a key component of our Total Compensation Model.
Insurance BenefitsYakima Valley College offers medical (including vision), and dental.
There are several medical plans with affordable monthly premiums that offer coverage throughout the state.
Employees are also covered by basic life and long term disability insurance, with the option to purchase additional coverage amounts.
To view premium rates, coverage choice in your area and how to enroll, please visit the Public Employees Benefits Board (PEBB) website.
Retirement and Deferred CompensationState Employees can elect to participate in the Teachers Retirement System (TRS) Plan 3 for faculty.
For additional information, check out the Department of Retirement Systems' web site.
Employees can elect to participate in the Washington State Board Retirement Plan instead, check out the plan vendor at www.
tiaa-cref.
org for more information.
Employees also have the ability to participate in the Deferred Compensation Program (DCP), a supplemental retirement savings program that allows you control over the amount of pre-tax salary dollars you defer as well as the flexibility to choose between multiple investment options.
Please refer to the Washington State Board for more detailed information.