Northwest HERC

Clark College is currently accepting applications for an 80% Full-time equivalent Special Programs Faculty Counselor in the Counseling and Health Center. Special Program faculty are funded by special purpose monies.  Renewal of the position is contingent on funding; historically, this position has consistently renewed annually backed by student government-approved funding.  The position is 80% FTE, working 173-days per fiscal year. Some flexibility may be available to choose preferred workdays/hours/modality (remote/in-person).  No on-call, weekend or holiday work.   Department and college service work is expected with the position (as assigned by the division or college) to support the institutional mission and goals, foremost being student success and retention.
 
The Faculty Counselors provide culturally responsive individual and group mental health counseling to the Clark College students, as well as outreach and education to the campus community. Clark College has a diverse student population ranging from high school Running Start students to senior citizens engaging in higher education. Clark College has a highly diverse community of students with a wide range of ages, languages, and cultural backgrounds (including diverse racial, socioeconomic, disabled and LGBTQ+ identities). This position will work closely with our Counseling and Health Center team including an advanced medical practitioner, front office staff, and licensed mental health providers and extern trainees, as well as campus and community supports to coordinate care, which enhances student personal and academic success.  
 
We welcome applicants with the ability to work effectively and collaboratively with students and colleagues from diverse backgrounds in a campus climate that strives to provide equitably designed opportunities for student learning, respecting what all learners bring to our community. This includes but is not limited to race, ethnicity, religion, ability, age, gender, and sexual orientation. We welcome candidates who promote culturally responsive care and practice, and who have demonstrated a strong commitment to holistic wellness as it relates to success in multiple domains (i.e., education, career, community). Clinicians who have a demonstrated willingness to explore, examine and work with their own positionality in regard to systemic privilege and oppression will excel in this student-facing team environment.  Candidates with multilingual and/or multicultural backgrounds are strongly encouraged to apply.
 
At Clark, we value equity, diversity, inclusion and belonging. We are committed to growing, learning, and supporting our employees.POSITION SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Provide short-term individual and group mental health counseling to Clark students.
• Identify barriers to learning and college success and develop strategies with students to increase supports and overcome challenges.
• Provide information and referrals to students for on and off campus resources.
• Maintain appropriate documentation and protect confidentiality of student records consistent with FERPA, HIPAA, and WA state law.
• Facilitate or co-facilitate workshops and trainings for staff, faculty, and students on mental health and wellness topics.
• Participate in program review and outcomes assessment activities that impact student success.
• Other counseling and faculty duties as assigned.

WHAT WE OFFER:

• A healthy work/life balance for our employees with the opportunity for flexible work schedules and remote work depending on position and college needs. 
• McClaskey Culinary Institute offers fast, fresh, and healthy dining options for students, faculty, staff, and the community. The space, located in Gaiser Hall, features three kiosks, a full-service retail bakery and barista bar, grab-and-go items, and a student-run restaurant. 
• Coffee Lounge in Hannah Hall and Clark Café in Joan Stout Hall. 
• Campus bookstore offers snacks, apparel, and specialty supplies. 
• On-campus early childhood education care program (pending registration and availability). 
• Gym and recreation facilities available for membership. 
• Clark promotes wellness with a variety of different workshops and events. 

 

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS AND COMPETENCIES:
Candidates will be evaluated based on application materials, including the supplemental questions and personal interview(s), and will be required to demonstrate competencies in the following areas:

• Master?s degree from an accredited institution in Counseling, Social Work, Psychology, or related field.
• Licensed as a mental health clinician OR associate in Washington State OR ability to obtain a WA license within one year of employment. Clinical supervision may be provided for associates? licenses (LMFT, LPC, LMHC, psychologist, and social workers encouraged to apply). Annual funding available to support pursuit of independent licensure and CEUs.
• Experience in providing mental health services to adolescents and adults from academically, culturally, and socioeconomically diverse backgrounds.
• Ability to provide competent, culturally aware, and affirming mental health care to those who identify as BI-POC, LGBTQIA+, neurodivergent, and people with disabilities. 

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