Graduate Assistant, Counseling & School Psychology

Barry University; Miami (FL); On-site; USD 20,664 - 34,440; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid time off

Tuition assistance

Wellness programs

Job summary

A private Catholic institution in Miami is seeking a Graduate Assistant to provide essential support for departmental teaching and research. This role involves mentoring graduate students, assisting faculty with research, and managing administrative tasks. Candidates must be enrolled in the School of Psychology/Counseling Program with a minimum GPA requirement. The position offers valuable experience bridging academic training with hands-on departmental responsibilities.

Qualifications

• Enrolled in the School of Psychology/Counseling Program.
• Must demonstrate effective communication skills.
• Able to manage confidential information.

Responsibilities

• Assist with clinical skills supervision and training.
• Provide instructional support for core courses.
• Manage administrative tasks for the Department.

Skills

Effective oral and written communication skills

Ability to handle sensitive information

Leadership in mentorship programs

Education

3.0 GPA for MS program

3.25 GPA for PhD program

Tools

Canvas

Job description

# Summary# Essential Functions# Qualifications/Requirements* This position is open to students enrolled in the School of Psychology /Counseling Program* Effective oral and written communication skills* Must be able to handle sensitive and confidential information with discretion and in compliance with University policies and applicable regulations.* 3.0 GPA is required for the MS program* 3.25 is required for the PhD program**Scheduled Weekly Hours:**20Benefits: Barry University offers a comprehensive benefits package to full-time employees that includes health, dental, vision, life insurance, retirement, tuition assistance, paid time off and work/life balance initiatives such as wellness programs, spirituality in the workplace, and training and development.Barry University is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to a diverse and inclusive work environment.The primary purpose of the Graduate Assistant (GA) position is to provide essential support for departmental teaching, research, and administrative operations. It serves the dual purpose of advancing the Department’s mission while providing the GA with practical, supervised experience in clinical, instructional, administrative, or research tasks. This role is integral to developing GA’s professional competencies as a future practitioner, bridging academic training with hands-on departmental responsibilities.* **Assist with clinical skills supervision and training** by observing, co-facilitating, or providing feedback on student counseling sessions under licensed faculty supervision.* **Provide instructional support for core courses** by leading discussion sections, grading assignments with rubrics, and providing detailed student feedback.* **Support faculty research** through literature reviews, data collection, entry, analysis, and assistance in preparing manuscripts or conference presentations.* **Prepare and maintain instructional materials**, including updating course websites (e.g., Canvas), organizing content, and setting up audiovisual or clinical equipment for instructional delivery.* **Tutor and mentor graduate counseling students** by actively engaging in the Department Mentorship Program, holding office hours to clarify course concepts, providing academic support, and offering guidance on professional development.* **Manage administrative tasks** for the Department, such as coordinating events, maintaining student records, and handling confidential communications.* **Assist in the new students’ orientation and mentorship activities** by creating or updating support materials, organizing digital files, and helping to coordinate activities for newly admitted students.* **Aid **in accreditation compliance**** by helping to collect, organize, and analyze program assessment data and student learning outcomes.* **Provide technical support** for department-specific software and technology used for research, instruction, or clinical recording.* **Actively** **participative in the Department** at recruitment events, open houses, and professional conferences to engage students, prospective students, and the broader community.Barry University is a private Catholic institution with a history of academic excellence. Founded in 1940 by the Adrian Dominican Sisters, Barry University now offers more than 100 undergraduate, master, professional, and doctoral degree programs. Barry University provides a nurturing environment built on strong values, mutual respect, and collaborative service to the community.The University seeks to recruit and retain a diverse group of student-centered faculty and staff who are dedicated to activities that enhance the quality of University life. The Barry experience fosters individual and communal transformation where learning leads to knowledge and truth, reflection leads to informed action, and a commitment to social justice leads to collaborative service.Barry University does not discriminate on the basis of race, creed, color, ethnicity, national origin, ancestry, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, familial status, marital status, pregnancy, age, disability status or veteran status. This policy applies to students, employees, applicants and trustees with respect to participation in any program, benefit, activity or student/employment opportunity offered by the University. Every member of the University community is expected to uphold this policy as a matter of mutual respect and fundamental fairness in human relations. Every student of this institution has a responsibility to conduct himself/herself in accordance with this policy as a condition of enrollment. Further, every University employee has an obligation to observe Barry University policies and implementation of federal and state law as a term of employment. No person shall be retaliated against for reporting violations or concerns about prohibited discrimination or bias through appropriate University channels.