Adjunct Counselor – STEM

About Westchester Community College:

Westchester Community College was founded in 1946 as the New York State Institute of Applied Arts and Sciences in White Plains. In 1957, the County of Westchester bought the 360-acre John Hartford estate in Valhalla and designated 218 acres for the community college. Westchester Community College is more than just the county’s largest educational institution. It is a living, breathing part of Westchester that goes beyond the influence of a typical college and affects the lives of all who enter its doors.

Job Description:

Learning Initiatives and Student Success seeks an Adjunct Counselor for WCC’s grant with Mercy College, STEM Ready, funded by the U.S. Department of Education Hispanic-Serving Institutions STEM program. This position uses high-impact advising practices and tools from WCC’s Viking ROADS program and reports to the Viking ROADS Director. The Adjunct Counselor will deliver comprehensive advisement through completion to STEM students in Biology, Chemistry, Computer Science, Computer Information Systems, Cybersecurity, Mathematics and Psychology who demonstrate a strong early interest in STEM disciplines and in transferring to Mercy College to pursue those STEM majors. The Adjunct Counselor will also collaborate with WCC STEM Read faculty lead on program activities, data reporting, event planning, and coordination with Mercy staff and faculty. This part-time grant-funded position is contingent upon the availability of funds.

Requirements:

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS: The minimum requirements include a Master’s degree in Guidance Counseling or a related field (No MSW or LCSW); and at least 1 year of professional experience. Effective oral and written communication skills are required. The successful candidate will be able to relate well with students and colleagues, have strong project management and facilitation skills, and possess a deep desire to help students succeed. The successful candidate must also possess knowledge of college courses & programs, and counseling techniques. All candidates must have evidence of responsiveness to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, and ethnic backgrounds of community college students, as these factors relate to the need for equity-minded practice within the classroom.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: Experience working with students from disadvantaged backgrounds, familiarity with STEM careers and delivering comprehensive case management advising preferred. Familiarity with Microsoft Teams also preferred.

Additional Information:

WORK SCHEDULE: The work schedule is 24 hours per week.

POSITION EFFECTIVE: The position will remain open until filled.

HOURLY RATE OF PAY: $45.32 per hour. No benefits. This position is fully grant funded.

Application Instructions:

Applicants interested MUST apply online by submitting a letter expressing interest in this position, a resume/CV, and contact information for three professional references. Please login to: https://sunywcc.interviewexchange.com/login.jsp in order to check/edit your profile or to upload additional documents. The review of candidates will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.

Westchester Community College provides accessible, high quality and affordable education to meet the needs of our diverse community. We are committed to student success, academic excellence, workforce development, economic development and lifelong learning.

The College will provide equal opportunity in all of its employment practices to all persons without unlawful discrimination on the basis of political affiliation, age, race, color, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, genetic information, religion, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, parental status, pregnancy, arrest or conviction record, membership in any reserve component of the armed forces, or use or non-use of lawful products off College premises during nonworking hours, or any other status protected by applicable state or federal law.