State Center Community College
Counselor - NextUp, EOPS, & Dream (Full-Time, Categorically Funded) Madera Commu
State Center Community College, California, Missouri, United States, 65018
Title
Title: Counselor - NextUp, EOPS, & Dream (Full-Time, Categorically Funded) Madera Community College
Posting Number AA2025-2006
Campus Location Madera Community College
Start Date 07/01/2026
Essential Functions of Position At Madera Community College we value the ability to serve students from a broad range of cultural heritages, socioeconomic backgrounds, genders, abilities and orientations. We prioritize applicants who demonstrate they understand the benefits a diverse student population brings to a community college. The successful candidate will be an equity‑minded leader committed to student success achieved through collaboration with faculty, classified staff, administration, students and community partners who are also dedicated to closing equity gaps.
An equity‑minded individual is a person who:
understands the importance of holding ourselves accountable as educators for closing equity gaps and engaging in equitable practices;
reframes inequities as a problem of practice and views the elimination of inequities as an individual and collective responsibility;
encourages positive race‑consciousness and embraces human difference;
supports institutional practices that both develop and sustain culturally responsive teaching and learning environments;
strategically builds support for and participation in equity‑related initiatives across both our internal and external communities.
NextUp Program Responsibilities
Provide the total range of community college academic, transfer and career counseling to focus on current and former foster youth, including orientation and the development of student educational plans (SEP);
Provide personal counseling to assist students in addressing personal challenges, including relationships, communication skills, psychological and/or behavioral difficulties, decision‑making skills, chemical dependency problems, gender/sexuality issues, health problems;
Provide referrals to external community agencies for housing assistance, health, mental health and/or professional counseling;
Interpret English/math assessments;
Administer and interpret behavioral skills assessments;
Instruct counseling classes for college success, career planning, study skills and transfer preparation;
Provide Independent Living instruction and facilitate small groups for students on topics of interest as appropriate;
Provide special assistance for students who are on academic probation;
Meet with faculty and other academic staff as necessary to support students’ individual educational programs;
Participate in program development for the NextUp Program, coordinate activities or specialized programs, and evaluate activities;
Develop and maintain excellent working relationships with partners on campus and in the community;
Serve on and attend department, college, and district committees as needed;
Participate in program review, student learning outcome development and assessment to improve student learning;
Work and/or teach assignments in a variety of instructional settings and times, including evening and/or weekends, online or off‑campus and large group instruction classes as needed;
Otherwise fulfill all duties and responsibilities of instructors as required by Administrative Regulation 7122;
Other duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications
Master’s degree in counseling, rehabilitation counseling, clinical psychology, counseling psychology, guidance counseling, educational counseling, social work or career development; AND
One of the following below:
Nine semester units of college coursework predominantly related to ethnic minorities or persons handicapped by language, social or economic disadvantages; OR
Six semester units or the equivalent of a college‑level counseling practicum or counseling field‑work courses in a community college EOPS program, or in a program dealing predominantly with ethnic minorities or persons handicapped by language, social or economic disadvantages; and
Two years of occupational experience in work relating to ethnic minorities or persons handicapped by language, social or economic disadvantages; OR a valid California Community College Credential; OR the equivalent education and/or experience (requires an equivalency).
Note:
A bachelor’s degree in one of the listed degrees and a license as a Marriage and Family Therapist (MFT) is an alternative qualification for this discipline. If the degrees posted on your transcript(s) do not match EXACTLY as stated above, you MUST petition for equivalency.
Desirable Qualifications
Experience and skill incorporating elements of diversity, equity, and inclusion into all areas of responsibility;
Recent experience working with African American, Asian/Pacific Islander, Latinx, Native American, and other racially minoritized students and understanding of historical exclusion patterns;
Experience working with students of various cultural, gender, age, socioeconomic, and ethnic backgrounds including students with disabilities;
Willingness to examine and remediate one’s instructional, relational and classroom practices to more effectively engage and support racially minoritized students;
Related work and professional experience;
Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively with students and staff;
Proficiency with computers and other technologies utilized in providing high‑quality instruction and support to students;
Experience working in EOPS;
Experience coordinating community college‑based grant‑funded programs and/or categorical programs;
Experience working with students from traditionally disadvantaged backgrounds, students with disabilities, veterans, and/or single parents;
Experience with reporting to an outside governing agency;
Ability to prioritize workload and conflicting demands;
Ability to conduct and develop educational workshops;
Proficient utilizing available computer applications and technology related to program coordination, counseling and instruction;
Commitment to participatory governance, consensus building, and a team approach to serving students;
Ability to interact effectively and counsel persons of diverse socioeconomic and ethnic backgrounds;
Successful counseling experience in a community college;
Knowledge of the community college and its mission and goals.
Conditions of Employment 178‑181 duty days per year.
Salary and Benefits Starting annual salary is $71,054–$108,773 based on education and experience. Duty days will be prorated based upon start of assignment. An annual doctoral stipend of $2,419 is available. The District offers an attractive fringe benefit package including medical, dental, and vision coverage for the employee and dependents, life insurance, and membership in the California State Teacher’s Retirement System (CalSTRS).
Selection Procedure Applications will be screened by Human Resources for completeness and to determine which applicants meet the minimum qualifications. Candidates who meet the minimum qualifications and submit all required documents by the closing date will be considered by a selection advisory committee. The committee will review candidates based on the minimum and desirable qualifications and recommend candidates for interview. Interviews will be scheduled tentatively. Selected candidates will be interviewed by the Vice President and College President and a hiring recommendation will be made to the Board of Trustees of State Center Community College District for final approval.
EEO Statement State Center Community College District is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering innovation and inclusivity. The District responds proactively to the diverse needs of the community and welcomes individuals excited to join its purpose to support student success both locally and globally. All applicants and employees are treated fairly and equitably.
SCCCD EEO Plan .
Application Information Submission of application is the applicant’s responsibility and must be submitted through the district’s online applicant portal. The District reserves the right to re‑advertise or delay indefinitely if it is deemed that the applicant pool is inadequate or funding is not available. All application materials are subject to verification. False statements may result in disqualification or dismissal from employment.
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Posting Number AA2025-2006
Campus Location Madera Community College
Start Date 07/01/2026
Essential Functions of Position At Madera Community College we value the ability to serve students from a broad range of cultural heritages, socioeconomic backgrounds, genders, abilities and orientations. We prioritize applicants who demonstrate they understand the benefits a diverse student population brings to a community college. The successful candidate will be an equity‑minded leader committed to student success achieved through collaboration with faculty, classified staff, administration, students and community partners who are also dedicated to closing equity gaps.
An equity‑minded individual is a person who:
understands the importance of holding ourselves accountable as educators for closing equity gaps and engaging in equitable practices;
reframes inequities as a problem of practice and views the elimination of inequities as an individual and collective responsibility;
encourages positive race‑consciousness and embraces human difference;
supports institutional practices that both develop and sustain culturally responsive teaching and learning environments;
strategically builds support for and participation in equity‑related initiatives across both our internal and external communities.
NextUp Program Responsibilities
Provide the total range of community college academic, transfer and career counseling to focus on current and former foster youth, including orientation and the development of student educational plans (SEP);
Provide personal counseling to assist students in addressing personal challenges, including relationships, communication skills, psychological and/or behavioral difficulties, decision‑making skills, chemical dependency problems, gender/sexuality issues, health problems;
Provide referrals to external community agencies for housing assistance, health, mental health and/or professional counseling;
Interpret English/math assessments;
Administer and interpret behavioral skills assessments;
Instruct counseling classes for college success, career planning, study skills and transfer preparation;
Provide Independent Living instruction and facilitate small groups for students on topics of interest as appropriate;
Provide special assistance for students who are on academic probation;
Meet with faculty and other academic staff as necessary to support students’ individual educational programs;
Participate in program development for the NextUp Program, coordinate activities or specialized programs, and evaluate activities;
Develop and maintain excellent working relationships with partners on campus and in the community;
Serve on and attend department, college, and district committees as needed;
Participate in program review, student learning outcome development and assessment to improve student learning;
Work and/or teach assignments in a variety of instructional settings and times, including evening and/or weekends, online or off‑campus and large group instruction classes as needed;
Otherwise fulfill all duties and responsibilities of instructors as required by Administrative Regulation 7122;
Other duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications
Master’s degree in counseling, rehabilitation counseling, clinical psychology, counseling psychology, guidance counseling, educational counseling, social work or career development; AND
One of the following below:
Nine semester units of college coursework predominantly related to ethnic minorities or persons handicapped by language, social or economic disadvantages; OR
Six semester units or the equivalent of a college‑level counseling practicum or counseling field‑work courses in a community college EOPS program, or in a program dealing predominantly with ethnic minorities or persons handicapped by language, social or economic disadvantages; and
Two years of occupational experience in work relating to ethnic minorities or persons handicapped by language, social or economic disadvantages; OR a valid California Community College Credential; OR the equivalent education and/or experience (requires an equivalency).
Note:
A bachelor’s degree in one of the listed degrees and a license as a Marriage and Family Therapist (MFT) is an alternative qualification for this discipline. If the degrees posted on your transcript(s) do not match EXACTLY as stated above, you MUST petition for equivalency.
Desirable Qualifications
Experience and skill incorporating elements of diversity, equity, and inclusion into all areas of responsibility;
Recent experience working with African American, Asian/Pacific Islander, Latinx, Native American, and other racially minoritized students and understanding of historical exclusion patterns;
Experience working with students of various cultural, gender, age, socioeconomic, and ethnic backgrounds including students with disabilities;
Willingness to examine and remediate one’s instructional, relational and classroom practices to more effectively engage and support racially minoritized students;
Related work and professional experience;
Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively with students and staff;
Proficiency with computers and other technologies utilized in providing high‑quality instruction and support to students;
Experience working in EOPS;
Experience coordinating community college‑based grant‑funded programs and/or categorical programs;
Experience working with students from traditionally disadvantaged backgrounds, students with disabilities, veterans, and/or single parents;
Experience with reporting to an outside governing agency;
Ability to prioritize workload and conflicting demands;
Ability to conduct and develop educational workshops;
Proficient utilizing available computer applications and technology related to program coordination, counseling and instruction;
Commitment to participatory governance, consensus building, and a team approach to serving students;
Ability to interact effectively and counsel persons of diverse socioeconomic and ethnic backgrounds;
Successful counseling experience in a community college;
Knowledge of the community college and its mission and goals.
Conditions of Employment 178‑181 duty days per year.
Salary and Benefits Starting annual salary is $71,054–$108,773 based on education and experience. Duty days will be prorated based upon start of assignment. An annual doctoral stipend of $2,419 is available. The District offers an attractive fringe benefit package including medical, dental, and vision coverage for the employee and dependents, life insurance, and membership in the California State Teacher’s Retirement System (CalSTRS).
Selection Procedure Applications will be screened by Human Resources for completeness and to determine which applicants meet the minimum qualifications. Candidates who meet the minimum qualifications and submit all required documents by the closing date will be considered by a selection advisory committee. The committee will review candidates based on the minimum and desirable qualifications and recommend candidates for interview. Interviews will be scheduled tentatively. Selected candidates will be interviewed by the Vice President and College President and a hiring recommendation will be made to the Board of Trustees of State Center Community College District for final approval.
EEO Statement State Center Community College District is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering innovation and inclusivity. The District responds proactively to the diverse needs of the community and welcomes individuals excited to join its purpose to support student success both locally and globally. All applicants and employees are treated fairly and equitably.
SCCCD EEO Plan .
Application Information Submission of application is the applicant’s responsibility and must be submitted through the district’s online applicant portal. The District reserves the right to re‑advertise or delay indefinitely if it is deemed that the applicant pool is inadequate or funding is not available. All application materials are subject to verification. False statements may result in disqualification or dismissal from employment.
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