Job Details

Part-time Faculty Pool: Counselor

Salary: $66.91 - $86.49 Hourly

Job Type: Adjunct Faculty

Job Number: 20260024

Closing: 6/30/2027 11:59 PM Pacific

Location: Merced College, CA

Open pool for academic year 2026-2027 Additional Compensation for Doctorate

General Description

This is a part-time position in the Counseling Area at Merced College under general direction of the Dean of Student Services and funded with categorical funds based on grant availability. The counselor will provide academic, vocational and personal counseling; develop abbreviated and comprehensive Student Educational Plans. The maximum counseling load is 10 units per semester, which may include evening and weekend hours.

Examples of Duties

Provide specialized academic counseling services, career and personal counseling to students.
Assist students in the development of comprehensive education plans.
May teach career guidance classes
Evaluate reports and other documentation for the purpose of determining program eligibility and appropriate support services.
Serve as an advocate for students while maintaining effective relationships with faculty, staff and administration.
Provide information on college major and certificate programs as they relate to educational and career development; participate in student and campus activities.
Participate in the development and facilitation of Counseling Department workshops, orientations, and other programs for students
Contribute to the development, assessment of, and completion of student learning outcomes and service area outcomes and program review.
Participate in departmental, area and campus professional activities/committees.
Participate in the college's learning outcomes assessment program, including course, program, and institutional assessments.

Typical Qualifications

Required:

Master's degree from an acceptable accredited institution in counseling, rehabilitation counseling, clinical psychology, counseling psychology, guidance counseling, educational counseling, social work, career development, marriage and family therapy, or marriage, family and child counseling OR
Bachelor's degree from an acceptable accredited institution in one of the above listed degrees and a current license as a Marriage and Family Therapist (MFT) valid in California OR
The equivalent
Promote and incorporate culturally affirming DEIA and anti-racist principles to nurture and create a respectful, inclusive, and equitable learning and work environment. In conducting their duties, staff members shall respect and acknowledge the diversity of students and colleagues.

Preferred:

Counseling and teaching experience
Understanding of student support programs and services that increase retention, completion, and academic success
Experience with the use of Student MIS systems and computer-based educational planning software
Knowledge of: current Student Success and Support Program requirements and processes; current technology skills related to counseling and a willingness to pursue future technological developments Familiarity and/or experience working with programs that aid socio-economically disadvantaged and/or academically underprepared students