Counselor at Mercer University in McDonough, Georgia

Counselor

Student Support Services

General University

21-220

McDonough, GA

Full-time

Staff

This position provides coordination and support for academic counseling and delivery of essential services to traditional undergraduate first-generation, low-income students and students with disabilities in academic and co-curricular programs and services at the Henry County Regional Academic Center. Some evening and weekend work required. Under direct supervision.

A master's degree from an accredited college/university in education, counseling, social work, psychology, or related field is required along with a minimum of two years of appropriate and relevant professional experience working in a TRIO federal program or similar related program for disadvantaged and at-risk college students.

Candidates must have a valid driver's license and be insurable by the university's carrier as this position requires some travel.

The successful candidate must have:

• Experience in an educational setting teaching, advising, and/or tutoring low income, first-generation college students
• Experience in the successful use and application of documentation instruments and use of technology to track students.
• Knowledge of financial aid terminology; Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) filing requirements; types of federal student loans, and loan rehabilitation
• Knowledge of college access and educational advising issues for underrepresented populations in higher education (i.e., admissions, securing scholarships, major and course selection, and experience working with individuals to promote financial and economic literacy).
• Knowledge of and ability to develop Individualized Education Program (IEP), evaluate transcripts, and interpret exam scores.
• Ability to identify and select students and to review, analyze, and evaluate program applications.
• Ability to effectively manage a caseload of students.
• Ability to communicate effectively in both oral and written form.
• Collaborative and effective team member and team builder.
• Ability to establish rapport with college students from diverse ethnic/racial backgrounds
• Exceptional interpersonal, counseling, communication, organization, and facilitation skills

Yes

Yes

This position is contingent on external funding and the length of employment in this position is dependent on continuation of these funds.

Commensurate with experience

Monthly

Exempt

Resume, Cover Letter, References

Applicants should be prepared to answer the following questions:

1. Do you have a master's degree?
2. Do you have a valid driver's license?
3. Mercer University's Approved Driver's policy requires that individuals be at least 21 years of age and have possessed a valid driver's license for a minimum of 3 years. Do you meet both of these requirements?
4. What qualities and/or experiences make you the best candidate for this position?

AA/EEO/Veteran/Disability

Mercer University recognizes the power of a diverse community and encourages applications from individuals with varied experiences, perspectives, and backgrounds.