Graduate Assistant, Counseling & School Psychology

Barry University; Miami Shores (FL); On-site; USD 15,000 - 25,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental and vision insurance

Tuition assistance

Paid time off

Job summary

Barry University in Miami Shores is seeking a Graduate Assistant (GA) to support departmental teaching, research, and administrative operations. The role involves assisting with clinical skills supervision, providing instructional support, and supporting faculty research through various tasks.

Ideal candidates are students enrolled in the School of Psychology/Counseling Program, equipped with strong communication skills and a commitment to handling sensitive information discreetly. A comprehensive benefits package is offered.

Qualifications

• GPA 3.0 required for the MS program; GPA 3.25 required for the PhD program.
• Scheduled weekly hours: 20.

Responsibilities

• Assist with clinical skills supervision and training.
• Provide instructional support for core courses.
• Support faculty research through literature reviews and data analysis.
• Prepare and maintain instructional materials.
• Tutor and mentor graduate counseling students.
• Manage administrative tasks and coordinate events.
• Help with accreditation compliance by gathering assessment data.
• Provide technical support for department-specific software.
• Participate in recruitment events and professional conferences.

Skills

Effective oral and written communication skills

Ability to handle sensitive information with discretion

Education

Enrolled in the School of Psychology / Counseling Program

Job description

Summary

The primary purpose of the Graduate Assistant (GA) position is to provide essential support for departmental teaching, research, and administrative operations. It serves to advance the Department’s mission while giving the GA supervised experience in clinical, instructional, administrative, or research tasks.

Essential Functions

• 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 delivering 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) and setting up audiovisual or clinical equipment for delivery.
• Tutor and mentor graduate counseling students in the Department Mentorship Program, hold office hours, and provide academic and professional guidance.
• Manage administrative tasks such as coordinating events, maintaining student records, and handling confidential communications.
• Assist with new student orientation and mentorship activities by creating and updating support materials and organizing digital files.
• Help with accreditation compliance by collecting, organizing, and analyzing program assessment data and student learning outcomes.
• Provide technical support for department‑specific software and technology used for research, instruction, or clinical recording.
• Participate in recruitment events, open houses, and professional conferences to engage students, prospective students, and the community.

Qualifications / Requirements

• Open to students enrolled in the School of Psychology / Counseling Program.
• Effective oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information with discretion and in compliance with University policies.
• GPA 3.0 required for the MS program; GPA 3.25 required for the PhD program.
• Scheduled weekly hours: 20.

Benefits

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.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Barry University is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to a diverse and inclusive work environment. 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.