Counselor - Associate Faculty

Posting Number: 02284
Department: Counseling and Student Success

Job Summary/Basic Function:
Everett Community College is seeking counselors to provide direct counseling services to students. This is an opening pool posting and applicants will be contacted as opportunities arise.

The positions will emphasize short-term counseling regarding issues related to educational success, personal and mental health counseling, academic advising, career development, crisis intervention, and referral to community resources.

There may be opportunities to teach Human Development courses and/or student success workshops. Courses include, but are not limited to, Career and Life Planning; Human Relations in the Workplace; Stress Management; and Living and Working in a Diverse Environment.

Everett Community College's vision, strategic plan and core themes value, respect and uphold diversity, equity, cultural competence and inclusion. Hiring and retaining a diverse workforce is a commitment for our institution.

Everett Community College does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious belief, sex, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national or ethnic origin, genetic information, veteran status, or age.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Masters degree from an accredited institution in Counseling, Psychology, Social Work, Education or closely related field;

• Coursework to include: counseling fundamentals, counseling theory, career counseling, assessment/test and measurements, counseling practicum and counseling internship.

• Per Governor Inslees Proclamation 21-14 state employees must be fully vaccinated for COVID-19 no later than October 18, 2021. Your vaccine status will be verified at orientation. Please reach out to hr@everettcc.edu if you need information on a medical or religious accommodation.

Preferred Qualifications:

• One year counseling experience in a community or technical college providing educational, career and personal counseling;

• Experience counseling and teaching adults in career-related issues;

• Training and experience in administering and interpreting a variety of psychological tests and measurements;

• Experience responding to crisis intervention and critical student needs;

• Experience effectively counseling and/or teaching individuals of diverse backgrounds including differences in culture, heritage, ethnicity, age, gender, sexual orientation, ability, class, and religion;

• Bi-lingual (Spanish preferred)

• Licensed with Washington State Department of Health (e.g., LMHC, LMFT, LSWA, LSWIC).

Physical Demands:
Everett Community College follows the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and provides the following information as a guideline for applicants:
Ability to operate office equipment
Ability to read and verify data and prepare various materials
Ability to exchange information on the phone or in person

Work Hours: Counseling services may be online or in-person and are offered Monday-Friday during morning and afternoon hours. Hours will be varied and there is a particular need for afternoon appointment times.

Posting Date: 10/11/2021
Closing Date:
Open Until Filled: Yes

Special Instructions to Applicants:
Notice to Applicants

Prior to hire, a background check including criminal record history will be conducted. Information from the background check will not necessarily preclude employment but will be considered in determining the applicants suitability and competence to perform in the position.

Drug-Free Campus

In compliance with federal and state regulations, EvCC is committed to a safe and drug-free campus. Employees are required to comply with EvCCs policy prohibiting illegal drug use or activity, including notification or criminal drug convictions and the use of prescription drugs or over-the-counter medications that are likely to affect job safety. The complete policy is available at the EvCC Policies page. If you would like a print4ed copy of the policy, or if you have any questions, please contact the Human Resources Department at 425-388-9229.

Safety and Security

EvCC Strives to be a safe, secure and prepared campus for our students, staff and community. Detailed information regarding campus security, crime statistics for the most recent three-year period, and other information is available on the Campus Safety, Security and Emergency Management page.

This information is required by law and is provided by the EvCC Security Department. If you would like a printed copy of this information, you may contact the Security Department at 425-388-9990.

Official transcripts from all schools where a degree was earned are required upon hire.

Salary: $50.70 per hour