STEM Counseling Specialist

CSU Pueblo Division of Extended Studies•Pueblo, CO

40d•Onsite

About The Position

Primary Duties Student Counseling Support In collaboration with the CSU Pueblo Counseling Center, provide direct counseling support (evaluation, assessment, treatment or intervention, consultation, case management, referrals, and crisis intervention) to STEM students on site in the MAPS Office Counseling space and the CSU Pueblo Counseling Center. Record and maintain client-related paperwork. As needed, collaborate with CSU Pueblo Counseling Center staff to perform clinical assessments and/or develop treatment plans. Provide academic and career counseling services regarding educational goals or University-related issues, barriers to retention/persistence, etc. Retention Support Collaborate with the Center for STEM Support to provide direct retention support and tracking of retention / visits regarding STEM students engaged in MAPS Grant Programs. Project Assistance Assist the MAPS Project Director and MAPS staff with special projects as needed, and perform job-related duties, as assigned. Coordinate or direct student or employee workshops, training, or psycho-educational opportunities surrounding mental health, inclusiveness, wellness, and student success. Ancillary Duties Attend conferences meetings and workshops to stay up to date on best practices in student support, counseling. About Colorado State University Pueblo Colorado State University Pueblo is a comprehensive state university with an enrollment of 4,000 students. CSU Pueblo provides relevant professional coursework and superior instruction with a small student-to-faculty ratio for an ever-changing global economy. Students can choose from 38 undergraduate programs with 70 fields of study in the College of Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics; the Hasan School of Business, the College of Humanities, Arts and Social Sciences; and the College of Health, Education, and Nursing; and 15 graduate programs. CSU Pueblo is dedicated to interdisciplinary learning and entrepreneurship that elevates our people and our community, creates educational opportunities, fosters unique collaborations, and supports inclusion, access, and affordability as a gateway to the world. CSU Pueblo is equally committed to serving the diverse population of the region; this emphasis is reflected in the demographic characteristics of the student body. Because more than 25 percent of our students are Hispanic, the Federal Government has designated CSU Pueblo a Hispanic Serving Institution. Besides reflecting our commitment to serve this critically important and rapidly growing segment of the student population, that designation also allows the University to compete for certain federal grant funds to support its ability to better serve all students. Among its unique features, CSU Pueblo is one of seven schools in the nation to offer a degree in mechatronics, which combines electrical and mechanical engineering. The Hasan School of Business ranks among the top 15 percent of all business schools internationally with graduate and undergraduate programs in business administration accredited by the AACSB International Board of Directors. The College of STEM houses an undergraduate engineering program that was ranked in the nation's top 100 by U.S. News and World Report. CSU Pueblo has an ever-changing campus landscape that features a newly renovated Library, a new general academic classroom building, and a newly renovated and expanded student center. At CSU Pueblo, Student Life offerings have increased significantly with the transition of the campus from a commuter environment to a more traditional collegiate experience. Competing at the NCAA Division II level, CSU Pueblo is a member of the Rocky Mountain Athletic Conference and offers 22 varsity intercollegiate sports and also has active intramural and club sports teams that allow students to get involved in campus life. Colorado State University Pueblo offers a comprehensive benefits package including: Medical and prescription insurance Dental insurance Vision insurance Flexible benefit plan Basic term life insurance Voluntary term life and AD&D Insurance Long-term disability insurance Employee assistance program Travel accident insurance Voluntary critical illness and accident insurance Annual and sick leave Retirement plans Employee and dependent tuition discounts State employee discounts via BenefitHub Other incentives include various on-campus event, recreation, and meal discounts. About Pueblo, Colorado The city of Pueblo is a historically and culturally rich, diverse city of more than 100,000, located in the southern part of the state along the Arkansas River near the Wet Mountains and the majestic Sangre de Cristo range. Pueblo enjoys ideal year-round climate with four distinct mild seasons, crisp mountain air, and 300+ days of sunshine per year. Pueblo attracts outdoor enthusiasts to a full slate of summer and winter recreational activities, encompassing water sports at Lake Pueblo, biking or running along Pueblo's beautiful river trail system, golfing, tennis, hiking, or skiing in the mountains to the west. The region is heavily agricultural, with large and small-scale farming and ranching, and a diverse mix of service, manufacturing, and technology industries. CSU Pueblo is committed to providing a safe and productive learning and living community. To achieve that goal, we conduct background investigations for all final candidates being considered for employment. Background checks may include, but are not limited to, criminal history (felony and misdemeanor), national sex offender search, and/or motor vehicle history. Candidates who are extended an offer of employment must submit to and pass a background check prior to beginning employment. Some positions depending on the job duties may be required to complete a DMV and/or credit check. The University reserves the right to check additional references, with prior notification given to the candidate. Note: The successful candidate must provide official transcripts of academic work completed and, under U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services regulations, be able to submit evidence of the ability to accept work in the U.S. by the day employment begins. In compliance with the Clery Act of 1990, the University's annual security report is available at: https://www.csupueblo.edu/campus-safety. Colorado State University Pueblo is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or veteran status. Additionally, the University complies with all other relevant, federal, state, and local laws regarding employment practices. It is the policy of Colorado State University Pueblo to provide reasonable accommodation for employees and applicants with disabilities. If you need accommodation, please contact the Office of Civil Rights Compliance & Title IX at [email protected]. All employees of Colorado State University Pueblo (CSU Pueblo) are required to complete training on policies and procedures administered by the Office of Civil Rights Compliance & Title IX (CRC), under the supervision of the Director of Civil Rights Compliance & Title IX Coordinator. Required training includes: understanding and reporting conduct prohibited by the Discrimination, Protected Class Harassment, and Retaliation policy and the Title IX, Sexual Harassment, and Gender Discrimination policy. All employees are required to report conduct prohibited under this policy, and student disclosures of pregnancy or related conditions directly to the CRC and to provide the CRC’s contact information to any student disclosing pregnancy or related conditions. More information is available at: Policies and Resolution Procedures | Office of Civil Rights Compliance & Title IX (Policies and Procedures). CSU Pueblo is dedicated to interdisciplinary learning and entrepreneurship that elevates our people and our community, creates educational opportunities, fosters unique collaborations, and supports inclusion, access, and affordability as a gateway to the world. CSU Pueblo’s success will be measured by the resilience, agility, and problem-solving abilities of our diverse student population and the ways in which our graduates are able to navigate work in a rapidly changing world. Current employees will need to apply for jobs in Workday.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Social Work (BSW) or closely related field
Demonstrated knowledge and expertise in tracking student retention data and implementing retention interventions for academically at-risk students.
Demonstrated commitment to fostering a workplace that supports the university's mission.
Demonstrated experience in tracking and reporting program data and associated student outcomes.
Experience working with college students or at-risk populations.

Nice To Haves

Master of Social Work (MSW)
Certification as a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC)
Strong communication skills.
Demonstrated knowledge and expertise in providing clinical counseling.
Excellent organizational and time management skills.
Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and with attention to detail.
Ability to interact professionally and comfortably with students, faculty, colleagues, and external organizations.
Experience working with college students or at-risk populations.
Experience monitoring and addressing student academic performance.
Experience with student recruitment and retention issues, particularly at HSls

Responsibilities

Provide direct counseling support (evaluation, assessment, treatment or intervention, consultation, case management, referrals, and crisis intervention) to STEM students on site in the MAPS Office Counseling space and the CSU Pueblo Counseling Center.
Record and maintain client-related paperwork.
Collaborate with CSU Pueblo Counseling Center staff to perform clinical assessments and/or develop treatment plans.
Provide academic and career counseling services regarding educational goals or University-related issues, barriers to retention/persistence, etc.
Collaborate with the Center for STEM Support to provide direct retention support and tracking of retention / visits regarding STEM students engaged in MAPS Grant Programs.
Assist the MAPS Project Director and MAPS staff with special projects as needed, and perform job-related duties, as assigned.
Coordinate or direct student or employee workshops, training, or psycho-educational opportunities surrounding mental health, inclusiveness, wellness, and student success.
Attend conferences meetings and workshops to stay up to date on best practices in student support, counseling.

Benefits

Medical and prescription insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Flexible benefit plan
Basic term life insurance
Voluntary term life and AD&D Insurance
Long-term disability insurance
Employee assistance program
Travel accident insurance
Voluntary critical illness and accident insurance
Annual and sick leave
Retirement plans
Employee and dependent tuition discounts
State employee discounts via BenefitHub
Other incentives include various on-campus event, recreation, and meal discounts.