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Colgate University Adjunct Counselor in Hamilton, New York
Job Category | Casual Wage |
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Position Title | Adjunct Counselor |
Full Time/Part Time | Part Time |
Division | Dean of the College |
Department | Counseling & Psychological Services |
Hiring Wage/Salary Range | $40.00 - $45.00 / hour |
Department Statement | Colgate University is a special place to work and offers many unique opportunities, including the ability to work with and among world class faculty and staff at a highly selective residential liberal arts institution. This position provides an opportunity to become familiar with the variety of regular positions that are available at the University, as well as the ability to add employment at a distinct University to your resume.Successful candidates for this position will earn sick leave, paid time off, free parking, and a University 'Gate Card that provides access to fitness facilities, athletic and cultural events, as well as a discount on many items at the University Bookstore.This type of appointment is not approved to work more than 999 hours per year for all positions combined. Should incumbents work more than a total of 999 hours in a year the appointment may not continue beyond one year of service. |
Accountabilities | Reporting to the Assistant Director of Counseling & Psychological Services, the Adjunct Counselor is responsible to work with a team of counselors to provide individual mental health therapy to students. The Adjunct Counselor is responsible for conducting intake counseling sessions and walk-in hour interventions. Additionally, the Adjunct Counselor will provide consultation to faculty and parents as well as help with administrative talks as needed. Accountabilities As Adjunct Mental Health Counselor, this position is primarily responsible for providing confidential counseling/psychological services to students as a member of the Counseling & Psychological Services team. Areas of focus include responsibility for:
TECHNICAL COMPETENCIES Mental Health: Demonstrated expertise, experience, and academic credentials/certifications in mental health at the counselor level. Theory- based and practical expertise across a broad range of mental health issues (e.g. anxiety, depression, eating disorders, substance abuse). Commitment to affirming identity development in diverse populations (racial, gender, international, and sexual orientation). Demonstrated expertise in crisis management.Counseling: Demonstrated expertise and counseling skills sufficient to provide psychological and counseling services focused on the needs of college students. Ability to direct, diagnose, and provide counseling as a generalist on a broad range of issues/problems.Multicultural Knowledge / Intersectional Identities: Knowledge sufficient to effectively engage students on issues of diversity. Demonstrated ability to be a strong advocate for diversity with proven ability to work with diverse populations. Competent in conceptualization of intersectional identities within and outside of clinical work, to support students in the goals of identity development and thriving within the context of a small, private, residential, rural liberal arts college.BEHAVIORAL COMPETENCIES Personal Accountability for Results: Takes responsibility for decisions, performance, and outcomes; behaves in a responsible manner with a positive attitude; shows self-awareness and openness to feedback.Effective Communication: Demonstrates effective written and oral communication skills; shares information and seeks input from others; adapts communication to diverse audiences; protects private and confidential information.Problem Solving and Decision Making: Analyzes and prioritizes situations to identify and solve problems; generates solutions to improve efficiency and quality; involves others in solving problems and making decisions; factors organizational goals into decisions; makes clear, transparent, and timely decisions.Change Management: Responds positively to changing university initiatives and readily adapts behavior to maintain effective performance; understands the long-term direction of the university and can relate this to departmental areas; adapts to new methodologies; identifies and acts on areas where change is appropriate.Leadership and Teamwork: Applies skills and knowledge to provide a climate to achieve departmental and organizational success; balances individual and department goals; helps others perform at their best; builds productive relationships to enhance individual and organizational effectiveness; treats others with respect; resolves conflicts among team members.Creativity and Innovation: Generates, explores, encourages, and implements innovative ways of creating strategic value for the university, division, department, and individual level; critically assesses the effectiveness of new initiatives.Diversity and Inclusion: Demonstrates respect for people and their differences; understands the benefits of a diverse workforce; earns the trust and respect of others; includes and welcomes others; works to understand the perspective of others; promotes opportunities to experience diversity within our community.Sustainability: Understands the impact of decision-making and personal behavior in achieving the university's commitment to a sustainable and carbon neutral campus; supports and advances the university's sustainability initiatives; influences others to use sustainable practices. |
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Preferred Qualifications |
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Education | Minimum of a master's degree in mental health counseling, social work, clinical/counseling psychology |
Physical Requirements | |
Other Information |
Requisition Number | 2022CW050Posting |
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Temporary | Yes |
Work Schedule | This position may work up to 20 hours per week. |
Job Open Date | 11/09/2022 |
Job Close Date | |
Open Until Filled | Yes |
Special Instructions Summary | |
EEO Statement | |
Clery Act | CAMPUS CRIME REPORTING AND STATISTICS The Department of Campus Safety will provide upon request a copy of Colgate's Annual Security and Fire Safety Report. This report includes statistics as reported to the United States Department of Education for the previous three years concerning reported: 1. crimes that occurred on-campus; in certain off-campus buildings or property owned or controlled by Colgate University; and on public property within, or immediately adjacent to and accessible from, the campus and 2. fires that occurred in student housing facilities. The report also includes institutional policies concerning campus security and fire safety, such as policies concerning sexual assault, life safety systems, and other related matters. You may access the report from the Clery Compliance web page at: https://www.colgate.edu/about/offices-centers-institutes/dean-college/campus-safety-staff/clery-compliance. Printed copies of this report may be obtained upon request from the Department of Campus Safety via e-mail at cusafety@colgate.edu. |
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