Henry Ford College presents an opportunity for a Counseling Division, Adjunct Counselor in Assisted Learning Services and Student Outreach and Support.

12-month part-time position 

Hours: 20 hours weekly; Some hybrid work may be available as determined by the department. Schedule changes may be determined and finalized with the supervisor at the time of hire and may change based on departmental needs and the College’s operation. Under the supervision of the Associate Dean of Counseling, the Adjunct Faculty Counselor in Assisted Learning Services and Student Outreach and Support  will support students with disabilities in their personal, career, and educational development and facilitate full participation in college programs and services. 

The most successful candidates will have a career that reflects:

 Technical Credibility – Understands and appropriately applies principles, procedures, requirements, regulations, and policies related to specialized expertise.

• Master’s Degree in Counseling (LPC)
• Three or more years of experience working with students with disabilities. Experience with students from multicultural backgrounds.
• Current State of Michigan Licensure as a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC). Experience working with and applying the requirements of The Americans with Disabilities Act
• (ADA) and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973.
• Technical Skills:  familiar with basic Microsoft Office Suite and database functions.

Technology Management – Keeps up to date on technological developments. Makes effective use of technology to achieve results. Ensures access to and security of technology systems.

• Technical knowledge of Carl D. Perkins Grant reporting, and student schedules using Student Planning, SARS, and internal databases, such as HANK.
• Experience with virtual meeting platforms, such as TEAMS and ZOOM.

Interpersonal Skills - Treats students, staff, faculty, and the community with courtesy, sensitivity, and respect. Considers and responds appropriately to the needs and feelings of different people in different situations.

Partnering – Develops networks and builds alliances; collaborates across boundaries to build strategic relationships and achieve common goals.

• Contributes to a positive work environment within Student Affairs and provides an excellent customer service experience to the College community.
• Forges and maintains relationships with community partners such as city, state, and federal agencies that provide support services to HFC students with disabilities, as well as faculty and staff.
• Communicates effectively and professionally both verbally and in writing.

Additionally, some people interested in this position may have Higher Education knowledge (or related sector) experience. We are excited about applicants who exhibit a:

• History of working with students with disabilities.
• Strong focus on providing personal, career, and academic counseling. Background of teaching at the post-secondary level.
• Ability to create and keep deadlines, work with a team on decision-making, and be self-motivated.
• Multilingual (Arabic or Spanish speaking) is an asset. 

• Will have some bookkeeping experience.
• Counseling college students regarding their academic and personal concerns
• Monitoring and keeping a budget
• Will have some experience as a clinical therapist.
• Knowledgeable of local social agencies (Goodwill, 211, etc.)

• Uses personal interviews and medical or educational documentation to engage in discussions and validate the existence of a disability that meets ADA criteria.
• Determines and implements appropriate accommodations and auxiliary or assistive technology aids and services.
• Demonstrates extensive working knowledge of assistive technology and its role in facilitating full participation by persons with disabilities.
• Documents and analyzes information via computer technologies, such as internal student databases in HANK, SARS, and Student Planning relevant to student accommodations and progress.
• Provides counseling services to special populations in Career and Technical Education (CTE) Programs, as identified by the Carl D. Perkins Grant.
• Maintains current knowledge of state and federal laws impacting students with disabilities to educate and advocate for full inclusion.
• Serves as a liaison with HFC faculty, staff, and administrators to ensure that federal compliance with The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and other civil rights laws protecting students with disabilities are followed.
• Remain current regarding legal and ethical issues in counseling and higher education.
• Demonstrates knowledge of HFC programs, policies, procedures, and resources, as well as transfer options to assist students in their desired career choices.
• Presents workshops and seminars to the HFC community, external agencies, prospective students, and their high school counselors and teachers about resources available to students with disabilities. Topics may include self-advocacy, stress management, reducing anxiety and depression, time management, career planning, and other areas of interest.
• Counsel students with disabilities to address their needs, using appropriate techniques to foster personal development.
• Participates in Counseling Division staff meetings, College-wide committees, and other assignments relevant to the role of serving individuals with disabilities.
• Maintains a current Michigan LPC license.
• Adheres to the required HFC and ACA Code of Conduct.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

While we have attempted to capture the core functional responsibilities in the role, this position description is not meant to be all-inclusive. Therefore, performing additional job-related duties not listed above may be required as assigned.