Student Support Services Counselor

Kentucky AG; Warszawa; On-site; PLN 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

A community college in Virginia seeks a Student Support Services Counselor to support students' educational and professional aspirations. The role involves providing guidance, recruiting participants, and conducting workshops. Ideal candidates should have a Master’s degree and experience in advising diverse populations, along with strong communication and technical skills. Competitive salary starting at $68,293.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree required for counseling role.
• Experience in advising and working with diverse student populations.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills essential.

Responsibilities

• Provide individualized advising and counseling to students.
• Recruit eligible program participants and assist with academic planning.
• Develop and facilitate workshops for students.

Skills

Advising and counseling experience

Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Ability to develop relationships with diverse populations

Technical proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite

Experience with Zoom

Education

Master’s degree in education, counseling, or relevant field

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Zoom

Google docs

Job description

Student Support Services Counselor

Rappahannock Community College (RCC) provides high-quality educational and training opportunities throughout a 12-county service region. RCC delivers accessible and affordable educational opportunities, including for-credit transfer and career technical programs, robust distance education coursework, quality dual enrollment courses, and award-winning workforce training and credentialing programs.

Are you someone who wants to help students achieve their educational and professional dreams?

RCC invites you to apply for our Student Support Services Counselor position. This is a full-time, 12-month, restricted professional faculty appointment with an excellent benefits package. The anticipated salary will be no less than $68,293, commensurate with education and experience.

The College desires candidates with a commitment to the community college mission and experience working in a diverse student population, including adult learners and at-risk students. The successful candidate will be committed to academic excellence, continuous improvement through professional development, and creating a collegial environment of civility, collaboration, and open communication.

The Student Support Services (SSS) Program is a federal TRiO Program funded through the U.S. Department of Education to provide academic, career, and financial counseling to eligible students and to encourage them to pursue their post-secondary education.

Reporting to the Director of TRiO Programs, the Student Support Services (SSS) Counselor plays a vital role in supporting the academic, personal, and professional success of program participants. This position provides individualized advising, counseling, and guidance to students to help them navigate barriers to higher education. Responsibilities include recruiting eligible program participants, assisting students with academic planning, financial aid and scholarship guidance, transfer preparation, and career exploration, as well as providing personal support to encourage persistence and graduation.

Responsibilities and Requirements

The SSS Counselor also develops and facilitates workshops, coordinates cultural and educational activities, maintains accurate student records, and ensures compliance with federal TRiO program regulations. The incumbent must be able to operate and utilize technology to include the use of Microsoft Office Suite, Zoom, online assessments, Google docs, and electronic filing systems.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in education, counseling, or relevant field.
• Experience in advising and counseling.
• Demonstrated ability to develop relationships with diverse populations.
• Experience in the use of technology, including Microsoft Office Suite, Zoom, and Google docs.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Demonstrated ability to adhere to federal, state, and institutional regulations.

Additional Considerations

• Experience in a higher education setting.
• Experience in advising and curricular counseling in education.
• Experience in administering and interpreting online inventories and assessments.
• Knowledge of federal, state, and institutional regulations.

The Virginia Community College System (VCCS) provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, political affiliation, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or other non-merit factors.