Counseling Specialist Jobs

This position provides counseling services to OCC and Kean Ocean students, and displaced homemaker program clients. The incumbent will participate in the overall operation and strategic mission of the department providing development, implementation, coordination, evaluation and assessment of functions, programs, services and strategic plans.

Classification: Non-Affiliated Administrator

Staff Duration: Full Time 12 months

1. Conducts holistic counseling in one-on-one and group settings; provides personal, life skills, academic and career advice to OCC and Kean Ocean students with an emphasis on specific populations including but not limited to students who are academically at risk, disabled, veterans, adult or returning learners, displaced homemakers, LGBTQ+, or are students involved in judicial affairs or Title IX cases.

2. Manages interventions for emotional and psychological distress situations, and provides follow up counseling services; links students with community and social services resources as appropriate.

3. Designs, coordinates, implements, and evaluates services and program for academically at risk students, including intervention programs, coaching and counseling; participates in retention and enrollment management efforts and activities.

4. Administers and interprets student assessments; provides consultative services to faculty and staff regarding student behavior and student situations.

5. Provides mandatory services and coordinates programs to meet legal requirements of the Holleran Suicide Prevention Act, alcohol and drug education, and Title IX.

6. Serves on the CARE Team; Supports the college's Crisis Response Team by conducting and/or coordinating training and related activities.

7. Maintains relationships with appropriate Kean Ocean and Kean Union staff; works collaboratively with other college departments and external community and social agencies to secure comprehensive services, programs and seminars for the college community.

8. Develops, coordinates and/or conducts seminars/workshops on topics related to academic success, personal and professional development, psycho-education, and life skills.

9. Coordinates and/or supervises graduate counseling student intern program.

10. Related projects and duties as assigned.

1. Master's Degree in Counseling, or appropriate academic disciples (psychology, social work, or human services) which prepares specifically for counseling positions.
2. Two or more years' experience in counseling, providing direct counseling services to students and/or clients and demonstrated experience presenting to groups.
4. Possession of LAC, LSW or other related licensure as a professional counselor, social worker or psychologist in New Jersey; with the understanding that an LPC or LCSW is to be secured within 3 years from the date of hire.
5. Demonstrated ability to use Microsoft Office Suite and database or other technology related to this position; ability to create detailed documents and reports.

Ocean County College offers the following benefits to full-time Non-Affiliated Administrators:
Personal Time Off:
OCC offers generous time off every fiscal year. Mid-year appointments will receive a prorated share of allotted time off.

Vacation: Twenty-five (25) Days
Sick: Twelve (12) Days
Holidays: Fourteen (14) College Recognized Holidays

Pension Benefits:
Participation in the New Jersey State Pension System is a requirement of eligible employees. Depending on the position and NJ State review, the participating pension will be the Alternate Benefit Program (ABP), Public Employees Retirement System (PERS), or the Defined Contribution Plan (DCRP).

Benefits:
Medical: OCC offers its employees several health insurance options through the NJ State Health Benefit Program as a local education employer. All employees are required to contribute to the cost of their health benefits under Chapter 78, P.L. 2011. To view the cost of contribution calculator, plan coverage, and more information hb-active-sehbp.shtml
Dental: The College offers dental insurance through Horizon Dental with three plan options. All single coverage levels are at no cost to the employee.
Flexible Spending Accounts:
Our generous flexible spending program allows you to deduct pre-tax dollars which can be used for co-pays, deductibles, dental, and dependent care.

Employee Assistance Program:
OCC offers all employees to take advantage of our Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for mental health support. This is a free and completely confidential service where EAP counselors provide assessment, support, and if needed referrals to additional services.