About Job

Position Title: College Counselor

Reports To: Director of Counseling & Health Services

Department: Student Administration

Classification: Full-time, Salary Exempt, 12-months, Benefits Eligible

POSITION OVERVIEW

The College Counselor is a dual-role position designed to support students’ academic, personal, and career development while ensuring equitable access to college programs and services for students with disabilities. This role combines individualized student counseling with the coordination of campus-wide disability support services, promoting an inclusive and supportive educational environment.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Provide personal, social, and emotional counseling for students in individual and group counseling sessions
Assist students with academic planning through the coordination of tutorial referrals and early warning follow-up
Assist students with developing an enhanced sense of belonging to LeMoyne-Owen College
Serve as the primary point of contact for students requesting disability accommodation
Evaluate documentation of disabilities and determine eligibility for services under the ADA and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973
Coordinate reasonable accommodation, including exam modifications, note-taking assistance, accessible materials, and assistive technology
Work collaboratively with faculty and staff to implement accommodation and provide guidance on inclusive practices as the point of contact for Disability Services
Participate in the registration process each semester
Serve as a liaison with other interfacing agencies and on-campus departments
Assist with the coordination of programs and opportunities that enhance the personal, social, and safety well-being of each student
Assist with traditional college-sponsored programs, such as New Student Orientation, Honors Convocation, Commencement, etc.
Assist with the Student Leadership Development Course
Coordinate the campus Alcohol and Drug Awareness Program
Develop and conduct data-driven workshops applicable to the needs of the student body
Maintain complete confidentiality of student records and other information of a confidential nature
Other responsibilities as assigned to increase student retention

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Master's degree in counseling, social work, or closely related discipline
Minimum of (2) two years related experience

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

Knowledge of relative state, federal, and academic policies
Ability to direct and supervise student workers
Ability to develop and manage operating budgets and plans as needed
Effective oral and written communication skills
Ability to work flexible work hours as needed

WORKING CONDITIONS/PHYSICIAL DEMANDS

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, stand, use hands to handle, or feel to talk and to hear. The employee, frequently, is required to walk, reach with hands and arms to stoop, kneel, or crouch. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 20 lbs. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision.

Qualified applicants should submit the following information:

Cover Letter
Resume
Unofficial transcript of highest educational level completed
3 references including contact information

Incomplete applications will not be considered. The final candidate who is extended an offer must successfully complete reference and background checks.

LeMoyne-Owen College offers an attractive benefits package, including health, vision, and dental benefits. The College pays for Life Insurance, STD/LTD, and paid time off.

LeMoyne-Owen College is an AA/EEO employer and does not discriminate against students, employees, or applicants for admission or employment on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, disability, age, status as a protected veteran, genetic information, or any other legally protected class with respect to all employment, programs and activities.

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