Position Information

Position Title Part Time Counselor

Position Category Part Time Staff

Position Status 10 Month

FLSA Non-Exempt

Advertised Salary $36.95 per hour

Department Wellness Center

Working Hours Monday - Friday hours vary

General Description

SUNY Niagara is seeking a part time Counselor to work in our college’s Wellness Center reporting to the Supervisor of College Nursing Services/Wellness Center. As a member of the Wellness Center, the Counselor is responsible for providing confidential counseling services to students in need and providing campus outreach/programming in the area of personal wellness with emphasis on mental health issues and education. The Counselor serves as the primary mental health crisis management response professional, acts as the lead professional on mental health evaluation of students, and provides support and referral to area agencies.

This position will work on Monday’- Friday up to 28 hours per week with flexible hours in the late afternoon and early evening.

Typical Work Activities

• Provide confidential personal counseling services for a diverse student population.

• Act as lead campus staff to respond to students demonstrating mental health crisis on campus.

• Evaluate student needs and develop educational programming/outreach related to relevant mental health issues.

• Foster partnerships with Community Mental Health agencies and refer students as appropriate

• Work collaboratively with college personnel including Security, Vice President of Student Services, and Campus Housing to address student concerns

• Other duties as assigned by the Supervisor of College Nursing Services/Wellness Center

  Essential Functions

Ability to relate to a diverse student population. Must be able to relate to senior college officials; must be able to speak in front of groups; must be able to prepare written reports; must be able to operate computers; must be able to listen to and interact with students. Good knowledge of the principles, methods, procedures and practices of social work, of the functioning community mental health programs and facilities and the scope of services rendered, and of community resources and how to use them effectively with others; ability to perform mental hygiene work effectively; ability to analyze and evaluate reports and make sound decisions; ability to prepare reports; ability to effectively communicate orally and in writing; tact and courtesy; sound professional judgement; integrity; initiative; physical condition commensurate with the demands of the position.

Required Qualifications

• Master’s Degree in Social Work

• Must be licensed in State of New York ( LMSW or LCSW ).

  Desirable Qualifications

• Experience working in higher education with diverse populations,

• Demonstrable knowledge of student needs and behavior in higher education.

  License(s)/Certifications

New York State License LMSW or LCSW

About SUNY Niagara

SUNY Niagara is a thriving educational institution located between the picturesque landscapes of Niagara Falls and the vibrant city of Buffalo, NY. Our college serves a diverse student population and is committed to providing a supportive and inclusive learning environment. With a commitment to academic excellence and student success, SUNY Niagara offers a supportive and collaborative environment for both faculty and staff.

SUNY Niagara is an accredited institution of higher education that offers high-quality academic programs leading to degrees and certificates that are supported by outstanding student services. The top 4 majors of our students are Liberal Arts and Sciences, Nursing, Psychology, and Criminal Justice. In 2023, SUNY Niagara ranked #1 in graduation rate among community colleges in New York State!

SUNY Niagara provides a variety of cultural, athletic, social, and international experiences, as well as community education, small business, and workforce development that supports economic development that positively impacts the quality of life of valued stakeholders. The college operates through a collegial model of shared governance and transparency and is accountable for meeting the highest standards of professionalism and integrity.

SUNY Niagara has two locations in western New York consisting of 287 acres and 11 buildings. The Sanborn, campus is minutes from Buffalo, Niagara Falls, and the Canadian border and is centrally located between the county’s three main cities of Lockport, Niagara Falls, and North Tonawanda. The Sanborn campus offers a traditional college experience with world-class academics, knowledgeable faculty members, state-of-the-art classrooms, NJCAA athletics, and on-campus housing. We continue to invest in our facilities with the addition of the Learning Commons Center, which has become the nucleus of the campus; a place for faculty to collaborate and help students develop critical thinking skills while incorporating state-of-the-art technology and innovative student support services. We also modernized our campus dining commons, providing quality meal options in a sleek, comfortable, collaborative environment.

The Niagara Falls Culinary Institute ( NFCI ) is located in the heart of one of the world’s biggest tourist destinations, Niagara Falls. Fully outfitted with modern labs and tools for students to use as they train in both classic and trendy techniques, NFCI is home to Culinary Arts, Baking and Pastry Arts, and Hospitality programs. The college also operates Savor, a fine dining restaurant, and La Patisserie, a European-style pastry café, at NFCI .

Our college nurtures and empowers its students and employees in ways that recognize and value our common humanity as well as the richness of our diversity. SUNY Niagara welcomes applicants who want to join a leading regional institution that provides a dynamic, educational environment, responds to students’ current and emerging needs, and strengthens its community. At SUNY Niagara we embrace diversity and promote inclusion throughout the institution by recognizing, accepting, and celebrating differences within our campus and surrounding communities. Therefore, we desire and pursue candidates who share those principles and encourage applicants from all backgrounds to apply to our positions.

EEO Statement

NCCC does not discriminate and prohibits harassment or discrimination related to any protected category including creed, ethnicity, citizenship, national origin, sex, gender, pregnancy, disability, marital status, political or social affiliation, age, race, color, veteran status, military status, religion, sexual orientation, domestic violence status, genetic information, gender identity, gender expression or perceived gender. Women, minorities, veterans and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

Posting Detail Information

Posting Number S296P

Open Date 06/03/2024

Close Date

Open Until Filled Yes

Special Instructions Summary

For full consideration, applications must be submitted by July 8, 2024. If a viable candidate is not found during the initial review, applications submitted after July 8, 2024 will be considered. SUNY Niagara considers only those applications that clearly demonstrate the applicant meets all required qualifications as indicated on the posting, please review the qualifications before applying. Persons meeting the required qualifications as stated above should submit the following:

• cover letter that addresses each of the qualifications

• resume

• unofficial transcripts

• names and contact information for three (3) current, work related references

Incomplete packets will be rejected for lack of information.

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• • Do you have at least a Master’s Degree in Social Work?

• Yes

• No

• • Do you have a New York State license LMSW or LCSW?

• Yes

• No

  Documents Needed to Apply

  Required Documents

• Resume

• Cover Letter

• Transcripts

• Certifications/Licenses

  Optional Documents

• Letter of Recommendation

• Transcript 2

• Transcript 3