Henry Ford College presents an opportunity for a Counseling Division, Adjunct Counselor in Assisted Learning Services and Student Outreach and Support.
12-month part-time position
Hours: 20 hours weekly; Some hybrid work may be available as determined by the department. Schedule changes may be determined and finalized with the supervisor at the time of hire and may change based on departmental needs and the College’s operation. Under the supervision of the Associate Dean of Counseling, the Adjunct Faculty Counselor in Assisted Learning Services and Student Outreach and Support will support students with disabilities in their personal, career, and educational development and facilitate full participation in college programs and services.
The most successful candidates will have a career that reflects:
Technical Credibility – Understands and appropriately applies principles, procedures, requirements, regulations, and policies related to specialized expertise.
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Master’s Degree in Counseling (LPC)
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Three or more years of experience working with students with disabilities. Experience with students from multicultural backgrounds.
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Current State of Michigan Licensure as a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC). Experience working with and applying the requirements of The Americans with Disabilities Act
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(ADA) and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973.
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Technical Skills: familiar with basic Microsoft Office Suite and database functions.
Technology Management – Keeps up to date on technological developments. Makes effective use of technology to achieve results. Ensures access to and security of technology systems.
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Technical knowledge of Carl D. Perkins Grant reporting, and student schedules using Student Planning, SARS, and internal databases, such as HANK.
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Experience with virtual meeting platforms, such as TEAMS and ZOOM.
Interpersonal Skills - Treats students, staff, faculty, and the community with courtesy, sensitivity, and respect. Considers and responds appropriately to the needs and feelings of different people in different situations.
Partnering – Develops networks and builds alliances; collaborates across boundaries to build strategic relationships and achieve common goals.
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Contributes to a positive work environment within Student Affairs and provides an excellent customer service experience to the College community.
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Forges and maintains relationships with community partners such as city, state, and federal agencies that provide support services to HFC students with disabilities, as well as faculty and staff.
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Communicates effectively and professionally both verbally and in writing.
Additionally, some people interested in this position may have Higher Education knowledge (or related sector) experience. We are excited about applicants who exhibit a:
Assisted Learning Services Position:-
History of working with students with disabilities.
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Strong focus on providing personal, career, and academic counseling. Background of teaching at the post-secondary level.
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Ability to create and keep deadlines, work with a team on decision-making, and be self-motivated.
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Multilingual (Arabic or Spanish speaking) is an asset.
Student Outreach and Support position:-
Will have some bookkeeping experience.
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Counseling college students regarding their academic and personal concerns
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Monitoring and keeping a budget
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Will have some experience as a clinical therapist.
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Knowledgeable of local social agencies (Goodwill, 211, etc.)
While we have attempted to capture the core functional responsibilities in the role, this position description is not meant to be all-inclusive. Therefore, performing additional job-related duties not listed above may be required as assigned.
