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Position Number: 2315169
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Position Type: Counseling

Counselor - EOPS/CARE

Salary: $60,237.00 - $86,420.00 Annually
Job Type: Full-time, Permanent
Job Number: 2021-COUNSELOR-EOPS/CARE
Closing: 7/25/2021 11:59 PM Pacific
Location: Ukiah, CA
Department: Counseling

DESCRIPTION
Mendocino College is seeking a full-time, tenure-track Counselor - EOPS/CARE to join our friendly, dynamic student services department.

Extended Opportunity Programs and Services (EOPS) is a student support program that has been in place throughout the California community college system since 1969. Enacted into law via Senate Bill 164, California community colleges recognize the need and accept the responsibility for extending the opportunities for students disadvantaged by social, economic, educational or linguistic barriers. Through comprehensive academic and support counseling, financial aid and access to other support services, students are able to overcome challenges, barriers and achieve their educational and career goals. EOPS students who are single parents receiving public assistance can also access Cooperative Agencies Resources for Education (CARE). The CARE program offers additional support services so students can transition from welfare dependency by securing the education, training, and marketable skills needed for self-sufficiency and upward social mobility.

We seek diverse, equity-minded candidates who bring new perspectives and experiences to enrich our educational community. Please review our District Mission, Goals, and Values here: MLCCD - Mission, Vision, Goals

RESPONSIBILITIES
Under general direction of the Dean of Counseling and Student Programs, as well as in accordance with the EOPS/CARE California Title 5 regulations and guidelines, the EOPS/CARE Counselor provides individual and group guidance and counseling to students accepted into EOPS. Through a minimum of three counseling meetings per semester, the EOPS/CARE counselor addresses academic, vocational and personal concerns while connecting students to various services in order to ensure equity and access throughout the educational experience.

ASSIGNMENT
This is a full-time, tenure track, categorical funded, contract position, contingent on continued funding. The work year consists of 175 days, including 164 duty days from July 1 through June 30, 2 mandatory professional development / flex days, and 9 individually designed professional development / flex days per year [54 hours at 6 hours/day], 2 days of which are designated for Program Review and SLO assessment. Specific work days and hours will be set at the time of employment and annually thereafter.

COMMITMENT TO DIVERSITY
The Mendocino-Lake Community College District is committed to employing qualified administrators, faculty, and staff members who are dedicated to student success and to recruiting and hiring persons from diverse backgrounds. Diversity in the academic environment fosters cultural awareness, promotes mutual understanding and respect, and provides suitable role models for all students including first generation students, underrepresented students, and students of color. The District strives to employ and retain faculty, staff and administrative personnel who promote a positive learning environment and are well prepared to serve our increasingly diverse student population. Mendocino College takes active steps to ensure equal employment opportunity and to create a diverse work and academic environment that is welcoming and inclusive for all.

Mendocino-Lake Community College District is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

SALARY AND BENEFITS
Compensation is dependent on education and experience. Annual salary offered at $60,237-$86,420.

Step seven (7) is the maximum step placement based on FTE work experience.

Please see the current salary schedule here: MLCCD - Salary Schedule

Benefits: With no monthly premium contribution from the faculty member, we offer
a comprehensive benefits package that includes family medical, dental, vision, EAP benefits and employee life insurance. Additional voluntary life insurance is available for employee purchase. Benefits are effective the first of the month following hire date.

Paid Time Off: The successful candidate will earn ten (10) days of sick leave per year.

Retirement: This position is eligible for CalSTRS Retirement. Additional, voluntary 403(b) programs are available.

ABOUT OUR COLLEGE
Established in 1973, Mendocino College, a Hispanic Serving Institution, is a vibrant and inclusive academic community, rich in culture, creativity, diversity, and technology. A fully accredited two- year community college, the District serves more than 6,500 students across four locations in the greater parts of Lake and Mendocino Counties. Complete with a friendly small-campus academic setting and a respectfully collaborative work environment, Mendocino College prepares students for a future of innovation and success.

The beautifully landscaped main campus is located in Ukiah, California. With views of oak- covered hills, sprawling vineyards, and distant mountains, the 127-acre campus is equipped with a state-of-the-art Library/Learning Center, high-tech Nursing Facility, and Student Center. The college operates three fully equipped centers in Fort Bragg, Lakeport, and Willits, conveniently providing our valued students with quality instruction, academic support and administrative services in neighboring communities.

With a comprehensive curriculum and engaging instruction, Mendocino College provides a wide variety of degree, certificate, transfer, occupational, and basic skills programs. Mendocino College students learn in a nurturing and supportive environment enhanced by small- sized classes, personalized academic advising, and several hundred dedicated faculty and staff.

ABOUT OUR COMMUNITIES
Mendocino and Lake Counties include some of California's most picturesque landscape. Because of the geographic location, climate, and natural beauty, Mendocino and Lake Counties attract many visitors. Agriculture, timber, and tourism industries form the economic base of the area with some light manufacturing. Mendocino and Lake Counties have a long and colorful history as a premium grape-growing region within the state's famous North Coast wine country. A relaxed and friendly lifestyle is characteristic of our communities.
Recreational opportunities abound for water skiing, swimming, fishing, boating, sailing, camping, hiking, tennis, and golf.

Check out the local visitor guides to find out more: https://www.visitmendocino.com/ & https://www.lakecounty.com/

Mendocino College welcomes applications from all qualified candidates who
demonstrate sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, and ethnic backgrounds of our community college students.

REPRESENTATIVE DUTIES
Guidance and Counseling:

Assists students in clarifying their educational and career goals, develop comprehensive educational plans and maintain currency as it relates to institutional and/or transfer requirements
Assists students in becoming more knowledgeable about their aptitudes, interests, values, and achievement levels and considers this information when helping students decide on a major area of study and transfer institution
Assists students in understanding certificate and degree requirements as well as the various options available to meet requirements
Teaches students how to view available course offerings and register for courses
Develops partnerships and collaborates with all instructional and counseling faculty, as well as various programs and departments on campus to maximize student success, promote innovation and maintain accessibility
Utilizes and stays abreast of advanced counseling methods and student development theories which include integrating technology to support student learning and career objectives
Refers students who require more specialized counseling and/or services to appropriate agencies in the community
Assists faculty, administrators, staff, and family members in recognizing student needs
Participates in shared governance committees
Participates in regularly scheduled counseling department meetings
Performs other counseling duties as assigned

Other Duties:

In accordance with the standards of Extended Opportunity Programs & Services, provides over and above counseling services to EOPS students, including academic, vocational, career and personal counseling on a drop-in and appointment basis both day and evening, at the various college centers and via multiple modalities (in person, teleconferencing, phone, email)
Designs and facilitates EOPS orientations and workshops
Ensures that students are maintaining continuous contact throughout each semester and meets the minimum requirement of three counseling meetings per semester
Assists students in understanding the EOPS Mutual Responsibility Contract and specifies what programs and services the student shall receive and what the student is expected to accomplish
Through regular student-counselor meetings, ensures the student is succeeding adequately, that programs and services are being provided effectively and to plan changes as may be needed to enhance student success
At the conclusion of each semester, assess each student's success in reaching the objectives of that term, the efficacy of the programs and services provided in meeting the student's needs, and assist student in preparing the next term of classes or for other future plans the student may have
Approaches counseling through an equity lens, identifies and names barriers to academic success, maintains awareness of resources and appropriately refers students when necessary (mental health counseling, educational materials, technology, programs, student clubs, tutoring, grants, etc.)
Participates in regularly scheduled EOPS department meetings and works closely with EOPS department staff to effectively deliver services to students
Assists in developing and preparing EOPS Program Review and Service Area Outcomes
Actively ensures that students understand the procedure to request support services and confirms that students receive services in a timely manner
Ensure that all communication made with each student is properly documented and scheduled in the scheduling system database
Intentionally designs comprehensive education plans that address the specific needs of educationally disadvantaged students which include a long-term sequence of courses with a specific timeframe for completion
Provide hands-on guidance and assistance with university applications

QUALIFICATIONS
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Master's degree in counseling, rehabilitation counseling, clinical psychology, counseling psychology, guidance counseling, educational counseling, social work, or career development or the equivalent.

AND

Nine semester units of college course work predominantly relating to ethnic minorities or persons handicapped by language, social or economic disadvantages; OR six semester units or equivalent of a college-level counseling practicum or counseling field work courses in a community college EOPS program or in a program dealing predominantly with ethnic minorities or persons handicapped by language, social or economic disadvantages.

AND

Two years of occupational experience in work relating to ethnic minorities or persons handicapped by language, social, or economic disadvantages.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Ability to address the needs of the community served by the college, including Spanish language capabilities.

Bilingual and bicultural Spanish highly preferred.

KNOWLEDGE OF:

Various modalities as it relates to remote, synchronous/asynchronous counseling and best practices

The experience and challenges faced by the first-generation college student

Academic requirements for community colleges and transfer requirements to four-year institutions
Community college student services and academic policies and procedures
Community college English/math assessment procedures
Job market and career trends and requirements
Use of computers and various programs
Principles and theories of learning
Community college mission

ABILITY TO:

Work with and assist students from a broad range of cultural heritages, socioeconomic backgrounds, genders, abilities and orientations whom possess a great range of skills, motivation, academic or vocational goals
Provide academic, vocational, and personal counseling
Understand the benefits diversity brings to a professional educational community
Work with minimum supervision
Review and evaluate counseling needs and formulate recommendations as appropriate
Maintain confidentiality
Communicate effectively both verbally and in writing
Design effective presentations
Effectively interact with a wide variety of personalities and situations using sound judgment
Demonstrate professional interpersonal skills by working cooperatively and effectively with others
Understand and carry out verbal and written directions
Operate a microcomputer
Maintain records
Prepare reports
Work variable locations and hours, including evenings

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
APPLICATION PROCEDURE

Through the online portal CLICK HERE TO ACCESS PORTAL, submit the following documents:

Completed online application;
Cover Letter that succinctly addresses how your experience and professional qualifications prepare you for this position;
Resume/CV including education, experience, professional organizations, and accomplishments;
List three (3) professional or academic references who can speak to your qualifications for the position and their contact information (personal references will not be accepted). No letters please;
Photocopies of all transcripts; a foreign transcript evaluation must be attached if applicable. Official copies of transcripts are required upon employment;
A written response to the following two prompts, please include specific examples of your experience in your answers (up to two pages total):

Please define equity and social justice in education and describe what your role as the EOPS Counselor plays in fostering these efforts.
Describe your experience counseling students from the Extended Opportunity Programs and Services (EOPS) program or a similar program. Describe the formats, methods and tools you use to support students during your counseling sessions. Explain how counseling sessions with students from specialized programs differ from general counseling appointments.

7. If meeting the state mandated minimum qualifications based on equivalency, complete the MLCCD equivalency application and include all supporting documents. Applications found here: MLCCD - Equivalency

Important Notes Regarding Application Procedure

All application materials must be received before 11:59 pm on the closing date above;

Only completed applications with the above required documents will be reviewed by the committee;

Application material not required for this position (including reference letters) will not be reviewed;

Remove personally identifiable information such as personal photos, social security number, birth date, age, and gender from your application materials;

Expenses related to the recruitment process are the responsibility of the applicant;

The college does not reimburse applications for related travel expenses;

Incomplete application packets will not be accepted;

Interviews are by invitation only;

Due to the current health crisis, first level interviews will be held via Zoom.

SELECTION PROCEDURE
A search committee will review and invite applicants for an interview. Meeting the posted requirements does not guarantee an interview. A written performance exercise and/or presentation may be a part of the interview, and finalists may be invited to return for a second interview. All notifications will be via email.

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT(Prior to beginning employment)

In accordance with Federal Law all employees must provide proof of eligibility to work in the United States;
Must be fingerprinted through DOJ and FBI and have background clearance; Must take a TB test (once hired and every four years thereafter);
Within six (6) months of employment, must complete required District trainings such as Sexual Harassment Prevention.

EEO STATEMENT
Mendocino College is an equal opportunity employer and actively seeks a diverse
pool of qualified applicants. The policy of the College is to encourage applications from all persons. Mendocino College does not discriminate on the basis of ethnicity or race, color, sex or gender, gender identity, gender expression, age, religion, marital status, disability,
sexual orientation, national origin, medical conditions, genetic conditions, pregnancy (including pregnancy, childbirth, and medical conditions related to pregnancy and childbirth),
military or veteran status. Mendocino College also prohibits harassment on any of these bases, including sexual harassment, as well as sexual assault, domestic violence,
dating violence, and stalking.

ACCOMMODATIONS
Persons with disabilities who require reasonable accommodation to complete the employment process must notify Human Resources no later than 72 hours prior to the closing date. Human Resources can be contacted at (707) 468-3065 or via email at HRRecruiting@mendocino.edu

To apply, visit https://www.schooljobs.com/careers/mendocinoedu/jobs/3117600/counselor-eops-care