Special Populations Counselor

Posting Details

Position Information

Job Posting Title Special Populations Counselor Location Los Rios Community College District (Folsom Lake College) Department Location Center for Excellence Posting Number F01111P The Institution
About
Established in 2004 as the fourth college in the Los Rios Community College District, Folsom Lake College ( FLC ) is a vibrant teaching and learning institution serving over 8,800 ethnically and racially diverse students each semester. The College and its two educational centers, the El Dorado Center in Placerville ( EDC ) and the Rancho Cordova Center ( RCC ), serve the rapidly growing areas of both eastern Sacramento and western El Dorado counties, forming a dynamic learning community committed to academic excellence, innovation, and educational equity.

Our Strengths
Our mission is focused on a rigorous educational program with a strong focus on student success. We provide a broad range of academic programs, student support services, learning modalities (including online and hybrid courses), as well as opportunities for student engagement and leadership. We also incorporate the newest technologies for innovative classroom instruction, including collaboration with The Innovation Center Makerspace at the main Folsom campus.

The main Folsom campus also includes the Harris Center for the Arts, a state of the art visual and performing arts venue. The Center presents a diverse program of arts, culture, and entertainment that engages the entire region. It is also home to FLC’s Visual and Performing Arts education programs, as well as local arts organizations and community partners, who embrace the opportunity to perform and learn in a world-class facility.

The main Folsom campus provides educational environments designed to empower, inspire, and enrich our diverse student population, including students from historically underrepresented and underserved populations. Our College awards Associate in Arts or Science degrees, as well as Associate Degrees for Transfer, which guarantee transfer into California State Universities and numerous private and non-profit four-year colleges and universities. We also offer Career Education (CE) certificates and degrees and transfer credit for students who wish to continue their education at a four-year college or university.

Our Commitment to Social Justice and Equity
The main Folsom campus believes that education should belong to everyone. To nourish this inclusion, we champion equity, diversity, social justice, and environmental sustainability as foundational to academic, campus, and community life. We work with the communities we serve toward just and fair inclusion into a society in which all people can participate, prosper, and reach their full potential. We commit to equity-driven decision-making, planning, and reflective processes that are responsive to the diverse identities and experiences in our community.

Position Summary
The faculty member will work with a high risk student population that possibly have had no or minimal experience in higher education, including but not limited to: students with disabilities, current/former foster youth, and students eligible for EOPS, CARE, NextUp, and CalWORKs services. The faculty member shall be responsible for the following:

• Counseling services
• Provide leadership in areas of student intervention strategies, working with academically challenged students
• Providing comprehensive support to students with disabilities, including Deaf/Hard of Hearing students within assigned counseling duties
• Providing comprehensive support to DI students within EOPS, including students with disabilities, CalWORKs, and former/extended foster youth
• Teaching assigned classes under the supervision of the area administrator
• Helping students fulfill their maximum potential in mastering course content
• Assessing student learning outcomes
• Maintaining a thorough and up-to-date knowledge in their regular teaching field; continuing professional development
• Assisting with articulation and curriculum development and review
• Utilizing current technology in the performance of job duties
• Maintaining standards of professional conduct and ethics appropriate to the professional position
• Serving on college committees and participating in faculty governance including accreditation and student co-curricular activities
• Assuming other responsibilities as assigned by the area dean
• Fulfilling other duties and responsibilities of a full-time faculty member as outlined in the college faculty handbook
• Participating in CFE student-focused activities such as:
  • new student workshops,
  • classroom presentations,
  • outreach activities, and
  • evening assignments
• Providing referrals for students to other services and agencies.

The Center for Excellence maintains a focus on serving a wide array of educationally disadvantaged students and students with various types of disabilities.

DSPS provides:

• Services to meet students’ educational goals such as degree or certificate, transfer, vocational, skills building, and/or professional development
• Support to students and maintains an awareness and understanding of the functional limitations of students with disabilities and serving students within the context of related disability laws, and assistive technology
• Case management service delivery
• Knowledge of trends and challenges facing community college students with disabilities
• Promotion of maximum independence and integration of individuals with disabilities
• Counseling of academically and/or economically disadvantaged students;
• Crisis intervention counseling
• Universal design
• Empathetic and active listening counseling
• Counseling designed to support student retention and success
• Support in career exploration
• Support in developing study skills, time management and decision making tools/strategies

EOPS / CARE /NextUp/CalWORKs provides:

• Services to meet students’ educational goals such as degree or certificate, transfer, vocational, skills building, and/or professional development
• Support to students and maintains an awareness and understanding of the functional limitations of disportionately-impacted students and serving students within the context of meeting students “where they are;”
• Knowledge of trends and challenges facing disportionately-impacted community college students
• Promoting maximum independence and integration of individuals
• Counseling of academically and/or economically disadvantaged students
• Crisis intervention counseling
• Universal design
• Counseling designed to support student retention and success
• Knowledge of guided pathways

Assignment Responsibilities
The counseling assignment may include, but is not limited to:

• Assisting students and potential students in clarifying or establishing appropriate educational and vocational goals.
• Maintaining current knowledge of counseling practices, methods, and techniques.
• Maintaining current knowledge of EOPS regulations, guidelines, and student requirements.
• Maintaining current knowledge of DSPS legal and program requirements related to student participants.
• Participating in the planning and implementation of the counseling and advising program as directed.
• Developing individual and group counseling processes to assist students in making decisions regarding their vocational goals and academic programs.
• Aiding students in resolving personal and social problems that adversely affect their achievement.
• Monitoring and counseling students regarding academic progress and probation status.
• Preparing and maintaining a cumulative counseling record for each counselee. Analyzing periodically the achievement records of counselees; discussing with them their academic progress in terms of both short- and long-range educational and vocational goals.
• Studying the needs, interests, abilities, achievements, and aptitudes of students; making recommendations to assist the college in fulfilling its obligation to students.
• Relaying pertinent information to college personnel as needed and respecting the confidentiality of such records as required by law.
• Conducting intake with students with disabilities who are applying for services to verify disability documentation and determine eligibility for services.
• Developing an individualized education plans for each eligible student to authorize specific services and reasonable accommodations.
• Recommending appropriate learning strategies and academic adjustments for students.
• Developing and maintaining close working relationships off campus, with outreach centers, high schools, neighboring colleges and universities, and community resource agencies, and on campus, with instructional areas, special programs, and administration regarding student success, retention, and recruitment.
• Personal counseling: Assisting students with life issues that interfere with academic success and assisting students with disability management, coping, and problem-solving techniques.
• Maintaining an understanding of diverse and multi-cultural backgrounds and the appropriateness of counseling approaches.
• Performing other duties as assigned.

Work Year 174 days Work Schedule Total Hrs per Week/Day 7.5 hours per day Special Requirements Minimum Qualifications
1. Have a master’s degree in Rehabilitation Counseling, OR Master’s degree in Counseling, Guidance Counseling, Student Personnel, Clinical or Counseling Psychology, Education Counseling, Social Work, Career Development, Marriage and Family Therapy, Marriage, or Family and Child Counseling; AND either fifteen or more semester units in upper division or graduate level coursework specifically related to people with disabilities, or completion of six semester units, or the equivalent of a graduate-level counseling practicum or counseling field work courses, in a post-secondary Disabled Students Programs and Services ( DSPS ) Program or in a program dealing predominantly or exclusively with people with disabilities, or two years of full-time experience, or the equivalent, in one or more of the following;(A) Counseling for students with disabilities; or (B) Counseling in industry, government, public agencies, military or private social welfare organizations in which the responsibilities of the position were predominantly or exclusively for persons with disabilities, or the equivalent.

AND

2a. Have completed a minimum of nine semester units of college course work predominantly relating to ethnic minorities or persons impacted by language, social, or economic disadvantages;

OR

2b. Have completed six semester units or the equivalent of a college-level counseling practicum or counseling fieldwork courses in a community college EOPS program, or in a program dealing predominantly with ethnic minorities or persons impacted by language, social, or economic disadvantages.

OR

2c. Have two years of occupational experience or the equivalent in work relating to ethnic minorities or persons impacted by language, social or economic disadvantages.

3. Have an equity-minded focus, responsiveness, and sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, and ethnic backgrounds of community college students, including those with physical or learning disabilities as it relates to differences in learning styles; and successfully foster and support an inclusive educational and employment environment.

*NOTES:

• If your degree title differs from the minimum qualifications listed above, you are requested to apply under the “equivalent” provision.
• Applicants applying under the “equivalent” provision must attach details and explain how their academic preparation and/or professional experience is the equivalent of the degrees/minimum qualifications listed above. Please visit our website for information on, and a sample letter for, the equivalency determination process .

Application Instructions
Applicants applying to this position are REQUIRED to complete fully and submit:

1. Los Rios Community College District Faculty Application
2. Resume or Curriculum Vitae
3. Letter of Interest
4. Unofficial transcripts of college/university work

NOTES :

• If your degree title differs from the minimum qualifications listed above, you are requested to apply under the “equivalent” provision.

• Applicants applying under the “equivalent” provision must attach details and explain how their academic preparation and/or professional experience is the equivalent of the degrees/minimum qualifications listed above. Please visit our website for information on, and a sample letter for, the equivalency determination process.

Physical Demands Salary $51,723 to $90,660 annually. LRCCD Salary Schedules Additional Salary Information Initial annual salary within a given range varies, depending upon units/degrees completed at accredited colleges/universities and experience. Candidates not holding a master's degree may start at a salary lower than posted above.

Posting Detail Information

Posting Date 05/03/2022 Closing Date 06/01/2022 Open Continuously No Beginning and/or Ending Dates
Full-time, Tenure-track Position
Beginning on or about June 20, 2022. How and where to apply
Please visit our Frequently Asked Questions for complete information on how to apply online with our District. If you need assistance with any phase of the application process, please call (916) 568-3112 during regular business hours 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. PST, Monday through Friday.

After hours inquiries should be emailed to HR@losrios.edu. Submission of applications are by 11:59 p.m. of the posting closing date.

Conditions
Offers of employment are contingent upon the successful clearance from a criminal background check, freedom from tuberculosis, and proof of identity and eligibility to work in the United States prior to the first day of work. The District may select additional qualified candidates should unexpected vacancies or needs occur during this recruitment/selection process. When education is a requirement for the position, official academic transcripts from the accredited college/university must be submitted within 60 days of hire.

All faculty and staff must be fully vaccinated in order to:

• be physically present on District premises for an extended amount of time, generally more than 15 minutes; or
• participate in District activities for an extended amount of time, generally more than 15 minutes; or
• be inside a building or office

unless they receive an approved medical exemption or religious accommodation.

All new hires must be fully vaccinated or receive an approved medical or religious exemption within forty-five (45) calendar days of hire. Within seven (7) calendar days, all new hires must show proof they have received the first dose of a two-dose vaccine, or one dose of a one-dose vaccine, or have applied for a medical or religious exemption.

For the latest information on the COVID Vaccine mandate, please visit the COVID Vaccine Requirements informational page.

Contingent on funding and eligibility, successful candidates selected for a face-to-face interview may be eligible to apply for partial reimbursement of travel expenses. For candidate travel reimbursement information, click here .

Quicklink https://jobs.losrios.edu/postings/18046 Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

1. * I acknowledge and agree that I understand that by answering the question below, I certify that the information provided by me is true, correct and complete to the best of my knowledge and belief. I authorize investigation of all statements contained herein, and on the P-881 (if applicable and submitted), and I release from liability all persons and organizations furnishing such information. I understand that any misstatements, omissions or misrepresentation of facts on this form, my application, and, if applicable, the P-881 or attachment(s) may be cause for disqualification or dismissal. If you have ever been convicted of an offense other than a minor traffic violation you are required to complete the form 'Arrests Which Led to Convictions for Crime', P-881 (you must disclose convictions that have been dismissed pursuant to Penal Code Section 1203.4; Ed. Code 87008). If needed click on the link and download the form https://losrios.edu/lrccd/shared/doc/hr/forms/p-881.pdf and attach the completed form to your application.
   • Yes, I acknowledge and agree
   • No, I do not acknowledge or agree
   • No answer
2. * Can you perform the essential functions of the position you are applying to with or without reasonable accommodations?
   • Yes
   • No
3. * Please indicate how you meet the minimum qualifications for this position. Select the appropriate answer.
   • I possess the minimum qualifications for this discipline as listed on the job announcement. (Attach unofficial transcripts from an accredited college/university and/or evidence of job experience.)
   • I possess a valid California Community College Credential for this discipline. (Attach a copy of appropriate credential with application.)
   • I possess qualifications equivalent to those listed and have attached evidence. (To review Equivalency Process.)
   • I have previously been granted equivalency to teach this discipline by the Los Rios Community College District. (Attach the Equivalency Determination Form P-38 and transcripts.)
4. * Considering this specific position that you are applying to – where/how did you learn about this position?
   • College Department
   • CareerBuilder
   • Chronicle of Higher Ed (Vitea.com)
   • Community College Registry Job Fair: Oakland
   • Community College Registry Job Fair: Los Angeles
   • Community College Registry Online Job Board
   • Community Outreach (ex. Festivals, etc.)
   • CommunityCollegeJobs
   • Comunidad
   • Craigslist
   • Diverse: Issues in Higher Education
   • D'Primeramano Magazine
   • EdJoin
   • Facebook (Campaign)
   • Facebook (Los Rios Page)
   • Glassdoor
   • Greater Sacramento Urban League
   • Handshake (CSU, UC Job Boards)
   • HigheredJobs
   • Indeed
   • Instagram
   • Job Sites
   • Job Journal
   • Latina Leadership Network of the California Community Colleges
   • LinkedIn
   • Los Rios Community College District Employee
   • Los Rios Community College District Human Resources Email
   • Los Rios Community College District Website
   • LRCCD Resource Group - API (Asian Pacific Islander Legacy)
   • LRCCD Resource Group - Black Faculty & Staff Association (BFSA)
   • LRCCD Resource Group Native American Collaborative (NAC)
   • LRCCD Resource Group - Spectrum (LGBTQIA+)
   • Professional Networks
   • Sacramento Black Chamber of Commerce
   • Sacramento Asian Chamber of Commerce
   • Sacramento Builders Exchange
   • Sacramento Hispanic Chamber of Commerce
   • Sacramento Rainbow Chamber of Commerce
   • SacramentoWorks
   • The HUB
   • Twitter
   • YouTube
   • ZipRecruiter

Applicant Documents
Required Documents

1. Resume/Curriculum Vitae
2. Letter of Interest
3. Unofficial Transcript 1

Optional Documents

1. Unofficial Transcript 2
2. Unofficial Transcript 3
3. Unofficial Transcript 4
4. Unofficial Transcript 5
5. P-881 Report of Arrests Which Led To Convictions For Crime Document
6. Foreign Transcript Evaluation
7. Employee Request for Transfer Form
8. California Community College Instructor’s Credential