Part Time Faculty Counselor

General Summary

Priority screening will begin after March 15, 2025

THE OPPORTUNITY 

Highline College (HC) is seeking qualified applicants for one part-time faculty counselor position in the Counseling Center. The successful candidates will demonstrate the ability to use equity-minded approaches to providing individual and group therapy and psychoeducation for racially, ethnically, linguistically, and socioeconomically diverse students, including assessments relevant to students; valuing what students already know; and empowering students to demonstrate knowledge in multiple ways as appropriate for the discipline(s) or program(s). Candidates should be able and excited to provide individual and group short-term personal counseling; crisis intervention and urgent response; individual and group career and educational counseling and assessments; and provide and coordinate wellness outreach programming to the campus community.

HC welcomes faculty with a commitment to excellence in supporting the success of all students. HC faculty value self-reflective practice and continued professional growth. We strive to cultivate a welcoming and supportive learning environment for our diverse students, including a significant number of students who transition from our very large non­credit ESOL program to credit-bearing certificate and degree programs. Candidates representing all aspects of diversity are encouraged to apply. 

Highline part-time Counselors (faculty) work 20 hours per week, 14 hours dedicated to direct counseling service, 6 hours dedicated to Counseling team meeting and consultation, professional supervision, leading and participating in departmental and college-wide activities, advising students, and participating in college service. 

This position is expected to begin in Spring Quarter 2025.

Strategic Goals: 

1. Access-- Increase equitable and representative access to postsecondary educational and career opportunities that lead to social and economic mobility in Highline’s service area.
2. Learning – Increase equitable learning, retention, completion and transfer rates, and improve labor market outcomes using evidence-based innovation and high-impact practices in and out of the classroom.
3. Community – Increase breadth and depths of partnerships with K-12, other postsecondary institutions, community-based organizations, employers and government that align with Highline’s strategic priorities and contribute to economic and social vibrancy of communities it serves.
4. Culture & Capacity – Create capacity for meaningful strategic planning and institutional transformation through intentional development of employees, facilities, and systems that support student success and close equity gap

Essential Tasks

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Please address the following in your application. If you don't have experience in an academic setting, please address within the framework of your professional experience:

• Counseling: Provide individual and group short-term personal counseling; crisis intervention and urgent response; individual and group career and educational counseling and assessments; provide and coordinate wellness outreach programming to the campus community; support students through collaboration with partnering departments (i.e. Access, Benefits HUB, etc.) as well as outside entities providing care to students. Counselors are required to document their counseling services in the electronic healthcare record system (a system restricted to the Counseling Center and not part of the student record);
• Service: Engage in department, division and college initiatives, participate in shared governance, promote the college's values and perform other contracted duties and responsibilities (for example, faculty/staff consultation, community outreach) as required;
• Professional development: Maintain competence in the discipline through professional development activities; adhere to ethical standards of the American Psychological Association and the American Counseling Association and the statutes and laws (WAC and RCW) of the State of Washington.

Qualifications

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Master's Degree in Counseling, Counseling Psychology, Clinical Psychology, or Social Work (or related degree) from a regionally accredited institution; AND 

•Washington State Mental Health Clinician, Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist or Psychologist License (Associate License acceptable).

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS

•Experience working in a higher education setting;

•Experience and training in providing clinical services to students representing our diverse and intersectional student body. Specifically, Asian, Pacific Islander, Indigenous, LGBTQIA , Veteran students, and students with disabilities;

•Demonstrated commitment to social justice and ongoing development of intercultural competence;

•Demonstrated experience engaging in equity-minded teaching and counseling;

•Experience promoting universal design and accessibility. Proficiency in the production of accessible content and communications, whether print or electronic;

•Fluency in one or more languages other than English;

•Strong communication and interpersonal skills;

•Experience using career assessments and career counseling;

•Ability to problem-solve, handle sensitive information and difficult situations tactfully and confidentially.

Supplemental Information

SALARY

Salary will depend upon the number of hours per week and the amount of experience prior to employment. The current salary range per clinical hour is $81.03 - $86.79.  Please review the current collective bargaining agreement for additional information here(Download PDF reader) (See 205 Part-time Faculty Placement and Salary).

This is a union represented position subject to a Collective Bargaining Agreement. Salary, retirement, medical and insurance benefits are provided in accordance with state regulations and may be subject to change in accordance with legislative mandates and collective bargaining agreements. Additional information on benefits can be found at https://fortress.wa.gov/hca/pebbhealthplan/compare.as??. 

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

Prior to employment, the candidate must complete a sexual misconduct declaration form and pass a sexual misconduct check. 

If hired you will be required to provide proof that you are either 1) a U.S. citizen, or 2) an immigrant whose status permits you to lawfully work in this country. 

Completion of academic degree(s) will be verified through receipt of official transcripts at the time of hire. 

APPLICATION PROCEDURE

To be considered for this position, applicants must:

1. Meet the minimum qualifications and;

2. Submit a complete application to the online recruitment system at www.highline.edu that includes the following:

•The online application, which includes answers to all supplemental questions and contact information for at least three (3) professional references;

•A current resume; (Attachment: Resume);

•A letter of interest addressing the minimum qualifications, desired qualifications, and your education and experience as they support the duties and responsibilities of this position; (Attachment: Cover Letter). Successful candidates should expect that screening committees will be interested in learning how their education and experiences support the faculty-wide skills and abilities;

•In order to be considered for the position, you must complete the online application in full and attach the required supplemental documents. Failure to provide this information may eliminate you from consideration for this position;

•Unofficial Transcripts documenting undergraduate and graduate course work and degrees (official transcripts required upon employment).

Application Deadline: Priority screening will begin after March 15, 2025.

Applications received on or before this date will receive first consideration. Applications received after the screening date may be considered until the position is filled. 

Please be aware that the College hiring authorities reserve the right to hire one or more candidates, and may exercise the option to make a hiring decision prior to the conclusion of the recruitment process.

Recruitment: Positions posted on SBCTC, Inside Higher Ed, HERC; other places identified by committees/departments; committee/department members encouraged to share posts in professional networks. 

APPLICATIONS MUST BE FILED ONLINE AT: htt12s://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/highline

NEED APPLICATION HELP? 

Should you have any difficulties uploading your documents or navigating the application process, please contact NEOGOV Technical Support at 1-855-524-5627, Monday - Friday 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM Pacific Time. 

HIGHLINE COLLEGE IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER 

Highline College is an equal opportunity employer. The College is committed to enhancing the diversity of our faculty and staff, as well as our student population. We strive to create a working environment that includes and respects cultural, racial, ethnic, sexual orientations, and gender identity diversity. We strongly encourage applicants to apply without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, marital or veteran status, disability, or any other legal protected status. 

REASONABLE ACCOMMODATIONS 

The College complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act. Applicants needing accommodations in the application process in an alternative format may contact the Human Resources office at (206) 592-3812. Persons who are deaf or hard of hearing may dial 711 to place a call through Washington Relay, the state's free telecommunication access service. 

TITLE IX POLICY 

Highline College complies with Title IX regulations. For details on our policies, see our 

website htt12s://humanresources.highline.edu/facultY.-and-staff/12olicies/title-ix/

The College appointing authorities reserve the right and may exercise the option to make an employment decision prior to the conclusion of the recruitment process. 

NON-DISCRIMINATION STATEMENT

The college provides equal opportunity in education and employment and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, creed, religion, or status as a veteran of war. Prohibited sex discrimination includes sexual harassment (unwelcome sexual conduct of various types). 

The Title IX Coordinator, Danielle Slota, can be reached at (206) 592-3600 or DSlota@Highline.edu.  2400 S. 240th St. Des Moines, WA 98198.  Building 12, President’s Office.

The 504 Coordinator, Jenni Sandler, can be reached at (206) 592-3474 or JSandler@Highline.edu.  2400 S. 240th St. Des Moines, WA 98198.  Building 25, 5th Floor.

The Chief Human Resources Officer, Melanie Lawson, can be reached at (206) 592-3320 or MLawson@Highline.edu. 2400 S. 240th St. Des Moines, WA 98198.  Building 12, Human Resources.

You can receive this information in an alternate format by contacting Access Services (206) 592-3857; TTY (206) 870-4853.

Salary : $81 - $87