Counseling Residential Faculty (Counseling)

Maricopa Community College district; Phoenix (AZ); Presencial; USD 53.000 - 102.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Tuition Reimbursement for employees

Annual Professional DevelopmentFunding

Flexible Work Schedules

Health benefits package

ASRS Pension plan participation

Descripción de la vacante

South Mountain Community College is seeking a Counseling Residential Faculty member to provide comprehensive academic, career, and personal counseling. You will deliver individual and group counseling, crisis assessment, and collaborate with advisors, instructional faculty, and community partners to support student success.

The appointment may include teaching First-Year Experience or related courses as workload permits.

Formación

• Graduate degree in counseling or related field.
• Experience in counseling theories, ethics, and crisis intervention.
• Ability to coordinate academic and career planning for students.

Responsabilidades

• Provide comprehensive individual and group counseling for academic, career, and personal development.
• Assess crises, deliver intervention, and coordinate safety planning and referrals.
• Collaborate with advisors, instructional faculty, and community partners to support student success.

Conocimientos

Crisis intervention

Academic counseling

Student advocacy

Education planning

Educación

Master's degree or higher in Counseling

Descripción del empleo

Counseling Residential Faculty (Counseling)

Location: South Mountain Comm College

Full/Part Time: Full Time

Regular/Temporary: Regular

Salary Range

$52,809.48 - $101,665.35/annually, DOE

Grade

001

Work Schedule

• Monday - Friday, 8am - 5pm; some evenings and weekends may be required
• Summer Hours: Monday - Thursday, 7am-6pm

Work Calendar

9 Months

Maricopa Summary

10 Colleges. Unlimited Opportunities.

The Maricopa County Community College District is one of the largest community college systems in the nation. Home to 10 individually accredited community colleges and 31 satellite locations, we proudly serve students in every corner of the Valley. Each day, our dedicated faculty, staff, and administrators, live out our vision-creating excellence in education for a better world.

We focus on people-not profits. With 100% acceptance, zero rejections, and affordable tuition, we provide the flexibility and support our students need to succeed in and beyond the classroom. Discover how we're changing college.

We don't just support our community-we help build it. We are the largest provider of workforce development training in the state. The activities of our colleges and their students support one out of every 28 jobs in Maricopa County. Learn about our economic impact.

We believe our employees are our most valuable asset. Our 10 colleges and District Office support nearly 10,000 jobs and careers throughout Greater Phoenix.

Join us in making a real difference in the lives of over 140,000 college students each year.

Campus Statement

South Mountain Community College (SMCC) reflects the diversity of the surrounding community, a rich mix of rural, urban, and suburban neighborhoods. Many of our students arrive from Phoenix, Laveen, Tempe, Guadalupe, and the surrounding area to attend classes at the main campus or our offsite facility in Guadalupe; we also offer evening courses in Laveen at Betty Fairfax High School.

Of the approximately 5,000 students enrolled at SMCC nearly 70 percent were first-generation college students and 48 percent intended to transfer to a university to further their education. And, with more than 80 percent of these students identifying as a minority, SMCC has been federally designated as a Minority Serving and Hispanic Serving Institution.

Our small, personalized classes are offered days, evenings, and online, led by an engaged and accomplished faculty. Career and academic counseling are also available. SMCC is also a Strengths-Based Institution, helping you determine your strengths and then strategize with you to maximize those strengths in your academic and career choices.

Benefits

Maricopa County Community College District (MCCCD) is committed to providing a competitive and comprehensive benefits program that supports our employees' and their families' health and well-being. Therefore, the MCCCD benefits support every stage of life and are designed to meet the diverse needs of our community. Explore the wide range benefits and perks available to eligible employees at MCCCD:

• Nationwide Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage
• Paid Time Off: Vacation, Sick Leave, and Personal Time
• 20 Paid Observed Holidays
• Company-paid Life Insurance, AD&D, and Short-Term Disability plans, with the option to purchase supplemental coverage
• Arizona State Retirement System (ASRS) Pension, including Long Term Disability and Retiree Health Insurance with 100% employer-matching contributions
• Optional Retirement Plans: 403(b), 457(b), Roth 403(b), Roth 457(b)
• Tuition Reimbursement for employees and dependents
• Annual Professional Development Funding
• Flexible Work Schedules

Employee Health & Wellness Programs:

• District-Wide Wellness Program with Workshops and Webinars
• Monthly Health & Wellness Calendar and Newsletter
• Virta Diabetes Reversal Program and Support Groups
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Sight-On-Site Eye Care Services
• Pre-Retirement Planning Events
• Qualifying Employer for Public Service Loan Forgiveness (potential loan forgiveness for federal Direct Loans after meeting repayment requirements and working full-time for an eligible employer)

Job Summary

The Spring 2027 Counseling Faculty position provides comprehensive academic, career, and personal counseling services that promote student success, retention, persistence, and educational achievement at South Mountain Community College. Primary responsibilities include counseling, educational and career planning, crisis assessment and intervention, student advocacy, and coordination of campus and community resources to address barriers to academic and personal success. The faculty member collaborates with academic advisors, instructional faculty, student services personnel, and community partners to strengthen student support and improve educational outcomes. The position may also include teaching First-Year Experience (FYE), Counseling, or Personal Development courses within the regular faculty load when counseling service needs have been met and the assignment is approved, or as an authorized overload assignment. Additional responsibilities include professional development, program assessment, institutional service, and initiatives that advance student success and the mission of South Mountain Community College.

Essential Functions

40% Academic, Career, and Personal Counseling Provides comprehensive individual and group counseling services to support students with academic decision-making, educational planning, career exploration, personal development, adjustment to college, and challenges affecting academic performance and well-being. Applies appropriate counseling theories, evidence-informed interventions, culturally responsive and trauma-informed practices, and professional judgment to help students identify concerns, establish goals, develop coping strategies, and make informed decisions. Administers and interprets appropriate educational and career assessments within professional qualifications and assists students in evaluating academic pathways, occupational options, and educational transitions. Supports student autonomy, personal growth, persistence, and achievement while maintaining appropriate professional boundaries, confidentiality, and ethical standards.

20% Crisis Assessment, Intervention, and Student Safety Assesses and responds to students experiencing emotional distress, psychological crises, suicidal ideation, or other urgent behavioral health concerns. Conducts appropriate risk and safety assessments, provides crisis intervention within professional scope, and coordinates individualized safety planning, consultation, emergency response, and referrals when indicated. Collaborates with appropriate campus personnel, crisis response teams, and community behavioral health providers to address immediate safety concerns and facilitate continuity of support. Maintains accurate documentation, professional boundaries, confidentiality, and compliance with applicable ethical, legal, and institutional protocols.

15% Student Retention, Collaboration, Consultation, and Referral Coordination Identifies and addresses academic, personal, social, and environmental barriers that interfere with student engagement, persistence, retention, and educational achievement. Develops individualized counseling interventions and collaborates with academic advisors, instructional faculty, student services personnel, administrators, and community organizations to coordinate comprehensive student support. Provides professional consultation, facilitates appropriate campus and community referrals, and advocates for student access to educational resources and support services. Implements student-centered strategies that promote academic progress, successful educational transitions, retention, and completion while safeguarding confidential student information and respecting professional and institutional boundaries.

15% Counseling Programs, Student Outreach, and Conditional Instruction Develops and facilitates counseling-related workshops, orientations, presentations, and student engagement activities addressing academic success, career development, college transitions, stress management, coping strategies, and personal development. Supports prevention, outreach, and educational initiatives that promote student connection, informed help-seeking, and effective use of campus resources. When counseling service needs have been met and an instructional assignment is approved, may teach First-Year Experience (FYE), Counseling, Personal Development, or other appropriately credentialed courses within the regular faculty load. May also teach approved courses as overload in accordance with applicable MCCCD workload, compensation, and approval requirements. Assigned instructional responsibilities include developing course materials, implementing student-centered and trauma-informed instructional strategies, assessing student achievement, and maintaining required academic records. Instructional assignments must not compromise the delivery of essential counseling services.

10% Counseling Program Assessment, Professional Development, and Institutional Service Participates in the assessment, evaluation, and continuous improvement of counseling services, student support initiatives, and related program outcomes. Uses relevant data, student feedback, professional standards, and assessment findings to identify service needs, strengthen counseling effectiveness, improve access to resources, and support institutional student success goals. Maintains current knowledge of counseling theories, evidence-informed practices, crisis intervention, student development, applicable legal and ethical requirements, and emerging higher education trends through professional development and continuing education. Participates in division, college, and District meetings, committees, shared governance, faculty collaboration, and assigned institutional initiatives. Demonstrates professional integrity, sound judgment, accountability, confidentiality, and commitment to the educational mission of South Mountain Community College.

Minimum Qualifications

Academic Qualification

Master's degree or higher in Counseling.

Required Graduate Preparation

The applicant must demonstrate graduate preparation in the following areas:

• 1. Counseling Theories and Techniques - minimum three (3) semester credit hours or five (5) quarter credit hours.
• 2. Personality Theories or Human Development - minimum three (3) semester credit hours or five (5) quarter credit hours.
• 3. Testing Theories and Applications - minimum three (3) semester credit hours or five (5) quarter credit hours.
• 4. Group Counseling Theories and Techniques - minimum three (3) semester credit hours or five (5) quarter credit hours.
• 5. Career Counseling Theories and Resources - minimum three (3) semester credit hours or five (5) quarter credit hours.
• 6. Individual Assessment - minimum three (3) semester credit hours or five (5) quarter credit hours.
• 7. Practicum, Supervised Practice, or Internship in Counseling.

Determination of qualifying coursework and credentials is subject to evaluation by MCCCD Human Resources in coordination with the Counseling Instructional Council and appropriate academic leadership.

Desired Qualifications

• A. Three (3) or more years of professional experience providing individual or group counseling services in behavioral health, healthcare, or other mental health community-based settings.
• B. Experience conducting crisis assessments, providing crisis intervention, and coordinating safety planning, consultation, or referrals for individuals experiencing psychological distress or urgent behavioral health concerns.
• C. Experience providing academic and career counseling, including educational planning, career exploration, career assessments, and support for students navigating academic or professional transitions.
• D. Experience implementing student-centered, culturally responsive, or trauma-informed counseling approaches to address barriers to student engagement, academic progress, persistence, or personal development.
• E. Experience collaborating with academic advisors, instructional faculty, student services personnel, or community behavioral health organizations to coordinate individual support, consultation, crisis referrals, or educational resources.
• F. Experience teaching or facilitating First-Year Experience, counseling, behavioral health topics, personal development, student success, or related courses or workshops for adult learners, including in-person, online, or hybrid instructional formats.
• G. One (1) year of relevant full-time MCCCD experience within the past two (2) years.

Special Working Conditions

The position primarily involves direct student counseling services, including individual and group counseling, crisis assessment and intervention, educational and career planning, consultation, and referral coordination, to address barriers to student success. Responsibilities require the ability to respond appropriately to time-sensitive student needs, exercise professional judgment, maintain confidentiality, and follow applicable institutional and professional protocols.

Work is primarily performed in campus counseling offices and other approved service environments. Responsibilities may include virtual counseling appointments, collaboration with other college departments, outreach activities, and occasional work at additional approved locations.

The position may require occasional evening or weekend work to support student services, institutional activities, or approved instructional assignments.

Teaching First-Year Experience (FYE), Counseling, Personal Development, or other appropriately credentialed courses within the regular faculty load is conditional upon counseling service needs being met and institutional approval. Additional teaching may be assigned as overload in accordance with applicable MCCCD policies, faculty workload requirements, and compensation procedures.

Hours of Work: In accordance with the approved faculty appointment, assigned counseling responsibilities, and applicable MCCCD requirements.

Summer Hours/Days: Summer counseling or teaching assignments, if applicable, are subject to the approved faculty appointment and separate institutional authorization.

Posting Close Date

Open until filled

First Review November 3, 2026.

Applications received after the review date may not be screened

EEO, Title IX, & Clery Act

Maricopa County Community College District (MCCCD) will not discriminate, nor tolerate discrimination in employment or education, against any applicant, employee, or student because of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship status (including document abuse), age, disability, veteran status or genetic information.

Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, states: "No person in the United States shall, on the basis of sex, be excluded from participation in, be denied the benefits of, or be subjected to discrimination under any education program or activity receiving Federal financial assistance."

The policy of the MCCCD is to provide an educational, employment, and business environment free of gender discrimination. Incidents of misconduct should be reported to the college Title IX Coordinator, as outlined in policy, contact information is available at this link Title IX Coordinators.

The Clery Act is a Federal law requiring United States Colleges and Universities to disclose information about crime on and around their campuses. Crime reporting data for each of the Maricopa Community Colleges, as required under the Clery Act, is available at this link Clery Act.