Student Success Counselor: Retention & Support

Kids for the Future; Payson (UT); On-site; USD 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive Health Coverage

Retirement Contributions

Paid holidays, personal leave, sick &

MTECH tuition waiver after three meses

Job summary

Mountainland Technical College in Payson, UT is seeking an Academic Counselor to support students’ academic and personal well-being through counseling, success planning, and MTSS-driven interventions.

You will collaborate with faculty, families, and staff to promote retention and timely program completion; a Master’s degree in counseling or related field (or active grad enrollment) is preferred. The role emphasizes crisis response, records maintenance, and student advocacy.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in counseling, education, behavioral science, or related field (or enrolled in a grad program).
• Strong verbal and written communication with cultural competence and inclusivity.
• Proven notes, progress reports, and documentation skills.
• Empathy, problem-solving, and conflict resolution abilities.
• Ability to collaborate with diverse stakeholders across the college.

Responsibilities

• Provide short-term individual and group counseling addressing academic, emotional, and social challenges and refer for long-term support as needed.
• Develop and monitor Student Success Plans with measurable goals for students not meeting standards.
• Participate in MTSS to identify needs and design interventions.
• Facilitate constructive dialogue to support a positive learning environment.
• Deliver crisis support and interventions, including after-hours availability when necessary.
• Design and deliver classroom lessons/workshops on topics like suicide prevention, study skills, mental health, and time management.
• Advocate for students by connecting them with resources and ensuring their voices are heard.
• Monitor student performance and attendance, initiating interventions to improve retention.
• Ensure compliance with Section 504 and FERPA; maintain regular service reports.

Skills

Communication Skills

Documentation & Record-Keeping

Interpersonal Strengths

Collaboration & Teamwork

Education

Master's degree in counseling, education, behavioral science, or related field; OR active enrollment in a graduate program

Job description

Mountainland Technical College in Payson, UT is seeking an Academic Counselor to support students’ academic and personal well-being through counseling, success planning, and MTSS-driven interventions.

You will collaborate with faculty, families, and staff to promote retention and timely program completion; a Master’s degree in counseling or related field (or active grad enrollment) is preferred. The role emphasizes crisis response, records maintenance, and student advocacy.