Counselor (PT) at Waubonsee Community College in Sugar Grove, Illinois

Job Description:

Counselor (PT)


Sugar Grove Campus

Part-time Support Staff

Hybrid Option: No



Join our dynamic team at Waubonsee Community College, where your career can flourish. Be part of a transformative institution, dedicated to making a positive impact in our community and the lives of our students. Waubonsee Community College is committed to hiring and retaining exceptional faculty and staff who are committed to the college's culture of collaboration, professional growth and student success. Your future starts here - join us today!


This Counselor reports to the Counseling and Student Support Manager and is responsible for providing crisis and short-term mental health counseling and assisting with wellness programming for students. This counselor will work closely with the part- time Counselors, full-time Counseling team, and Peer Support Leaders in planning and implementing college mental health programming.


Provide crisis and short-term counseling, case management, disability, and mental health support for students.
Provide referrals to community and professional agencies.


Participate in planning and implementation of college mental health events.


Provide support for campus wellness rooms, including student intake and program facilitation.


Travel to extension campuses at Plano and Fox Valley to provide counseling and wellness programming, as needed.


Maintain case notes and submit appropriate paperwork to align with campus intervention protocol and Mental Health Early Action on Campus legislative mandates.


Perform other duties as assigned by the Counseling and Student Support Manager.



Minimum Qualifications



Master's degree in counseling, psychology, social work or related field.


Licensed Professional Counselor or Licensed Social Worker minimum requirement (or equivalent)


Experience working in a college/higher education setting.


Experience working with individuals with disabilities and related agencies/organizations.


Bilingual (Spanish) preferred.


Experience with and commitment to serving diverse populations.


Demonstrate strong communication and organizational skills.


Prior experience working in a higher education setting.
Please attach the following documents when applying:

Cover Letter-Yes

Resume-Yes

References-Yes (Can be provided at interview)

Transcripts-Yes (Can be provided at interview)

Position Details

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Grant Funded: No
Minimum Starting Rate: 31.96 - 38.51
Compensation Type: Hourly
Compensation: The pay for this position will be determined by your experience, education, and qualifications.
Work Schedule: Other 3 days a week Mon, Tues & Thurs. Sugar Grove is primary but travel to other campuses as needed.
Work Hours: 25 hrs/week max
Testing: No
Targeted Hire Date: 4/21/2025
Benefits: Click to See Benefits Page

Special Instructions: Please attach all required documents at the time of application. This is a 12-month position.



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