Counselor

Title: Counselor Department: SO Student Activities Campus Location: South Campus Employee Classification: APT - Administrative Position Type: PT - Regular Grant Funded: No Pay Frequency: Monthly Compensation Details: Starting Pay - $33.85 Work Hours: Various based upon departmental needs Remote Eligible: This position is not eligible for remote work Special Instructions to Applicant: This is a part‑time position, with a maximum of 19.5 hrs. per week Job Summary This role is responsible for providing counseling and individual and group educational and vocational guidance services. Primary Duties and Responsibilities Essential Performance Requirements Assists individuals to understanding and overcoming social, emotional, and developmental issues Coordinates with campus police, faculty, administrators, and staff to provide crisis intervention, counseling, and referral Develops and presents relevant wellness and/or student success seminars on campus Refers students to relevant community resources as needed Engages in research and follow‑up activities to evaluate counseling techniques Assists with the academic advising process Visits area high schools to conduct seminars and presentations, or disperse college information as necessary Communicates, collaborates, and provides consultation with faculty to increase student success Collects, organizes, and analyzes information about individuals through records, tests, interviews, and professional sources to appraise their interests, aptitudes, abilities, and personality characteristics, for vocational and educational planning Compiles and studies occupational, educational, and economic information to aid counselees in making and carrying out vocational and educational objectives Service Excellence Participates on behalf of the College in external community organizations and associations as assigned to support the essential performance requirements Attends the workplace regularly, reports to work punctually, and follows a work schedule to keep up with the demands of the worksite Completes all required training and professional development sessions sponsored through Tarrant County College (TCC) Supports the mission, values, goals, and principles of the College Supervision Works under the supervision of the assigned campus leader Performs Other Related Tasks as Required Required Minimum Qualifications Master's degree in Counseling, Psychology, or Social Work, or related field Three (3) years' working experience providing counseling Currently a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC), a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT), a Licensed Clinical Psychologist (LCP), a National Certified Counselor (NCC), or a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) Must hold an unrestricted mental health license in Texas Preferred Qualifications At least one (1) year's professional working experience providing counseling in a higher education environment Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Skilled in delivering high-quality customer service and building effective interpersonal relationships, including strong listening, verbal, and written communication skills Skilled in using computer applications and enterprise systems, including the Microsoft Office suite and the Microsoft 365 platform Ability to perform and prioritize multiple tasks seamlessly ensuring accurate and timely completion, while exhibiting strong attention to detail and organization Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team in collaborative environments, engaging with faculty, staff, and external stakeholders Ability to think critically to effectively solve and communicate problems in a fast‑paced environment where the demands for work are varied, and unpredictable in scope and volume Ability to analyze data and provide sound recommendations based on policy, procedure, practice, and existing regulations Ability to maintain a high level of diplomacy and tact, ensuring confidentiality and discretion with sensitive and confidential information Physical Demands and Work Environment Physical Demands The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to stand, walk, and climb or balance. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds unassisted, or up to 25 pounds with the assistance of other employees or equipment as appropriate. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. Work Environment The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee occasionally works near moving mechanical parts and is occasionally exposed to risk of electrical shock. The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet. Accommodation/EEO Statement Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties and responsibilities. #J-18808-Ljbffr