Job Opening ID # P0007313/5697

Address Inquiries to:

Office of Human Resources

South Orange County Community College District

28000 Marguerite Parkway

Mission Viejo, CA 92692-3635

949.582.4850

Full-Time Tenure Track

Closing Date:

February 16, 2016

Counselor (International) (One or More Positions)

28000 Marguerite Parkway, Mission Viejo, CA 92692-3635

949.582.4850 • www.socccd.edu

The South Orange

County Community College

District is located between

Los Angeles and San Diego and covers

48 percent of the geographic area of

Orange County. This multi-campus district is comprised

of Saddleback College in Mission Viejo and Irvine Valley College

in Irvine. A new instructional site, the Advanced Technology &

Education Park (ATEP), opened in Tustin in 2007 offering

classes from both colleges. District wide, there are more than

2,600 employees of which over 800 are full-time.

Irvine Valley College is centrally located in a thriving

community that includes the University of California, Irvine;

California State University, Fullerton–Irvine Campus; and one

of the highest concentrations of technology and business

enterprises in California. The college offers over 60 associate

degree majors and over 40 career and technical certificate

programs. IVC prides itself on academic excellence. The college

ranks third among all California community colleges in transfer

rates to four-year institutions. More than 15,000 students

enroll each semester, including 400 international students

representing over 46 countries. The college supports diverse

student clubs and organizations and a vital honors program.

Please visit the college website at www.ivc.edu.

Board of Trustees

Glenn R. Roquemore, Ph.D., College President

The successful candidate must meet one of the following criteria: 1. Master’s degree in counseling, rehabilitation counseling, clinical psychology, counseling psychology, guidance counseling, educational counseling, social work, or career development, marriage and family therapy, or marriage, family and child counseling from an accredited college or university, OR 2. (NOTE: A Bachelor’s degree in one of the above listed degrees and a valid California license as a Marriage and Family Therapist (MFT) is an alternative qualification for this discipline, pursuant to title 5, section 53410.1.) 3. Valid California Community College Instructor credential, appropriate to the subject, per Education Code 87355 (issued prior to July 1, 1990). 4. A combination of education and experience that is at least the equivalent of items 1 or 2 above (Applicants applying on the basis of equivalency must complete all Equivalency questions on their application in addition to all other required materials).

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS

Preference will be given to those candidates demonstrating a high level of professional expertise on the basis of: • Evidence of knowledge and experience in counseling international, F-1 visa students in an academic setting (community college or university). • Knowledge of immigration laws affecting the international student community, particularly students in F-1 status. • Familiarity with standard academic policies as they apply to international, F-1 visa students. • Ability to communicate effectively and interact well with a broad range of personnel and departments with whom the position routinely interfaces, including faculty, staff, administration, as well as students’ families, sponsors, embassies, and government agencies. • Strong commitment to professional growth and development and to the continued innovation and improvement of successful counseling and teaching. • Demonstrated ability to establish and maintain positive and effective working relationships with on-campus groups (including students, faculty, administrators and staff), as well as off campus community and education partners. • Interpret and explain complex federal regulations as they apply to F-1 student visa holders and other immigration categories. • Experience with evaluation of credit earned from international universities/colleges. • Demonstrated knowledge of state-mandated matriculation policies, procedures, and regulations. • Experience in the use of computer technology as a teaching tool, a student tracking system, a communication network for counseling, and articulation activities. • Experience in crisis intervention, stress management, anger management, anxiety, and/or Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD). • Knowledge of various community resources and support groups for international students. • Familiarity with current awards and scholarships for international students. • Experience as an advocate for international students. • Utilize computer technology as a tool in delivering counseling/advisement services. • Bilingual and bicultural.

SUMMARY OF DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILTIES

Work closely with International Student Program staff, Counseling Center, Enrollment Services, and other college departments across campus to coordinate counseling and academic services for international, F-1 visa students. Develop specialized workshops and counseling interventions specific to the needs of international, F-1 visa students. Provide guidance for prospective F-1, international students on academic and university transfer issues. Remain current and informed on laws, regulations, policies and procedures related to the eligibility, enrollment, and government requirements related to international, F-1 visa students. Counsel students on probation and disqualification and make referrals to appropriate support services. Keep abreast of, and provide support for, the unique academic requirements and limitations of government sponsored F-1, international students. Attend department (Counseling and International Student Program), committee, and division meetings; serve on college committees. Assist in the preparation of counseling-related publications for F-1 students. Provide individual and group counseling for international students with academic, career, and personal concerns. Conduct student orientation and advisement sessions to help students in developing their individual educational plan. Assist students in defining personal and educational plans and goals. Create an environment for students that develops self-awareness and self-direction capabilities. Be proficient and maintain competency in the use of computer applications used in counseling, teaching, and articulation related activities. May teach counseling courses and conduct counseling-related workshops. Participate in general faculty functions related to the educational process, in-service programs, and professional development, SLO’s, program review, and other duties as assigned.

EXPERIENCE REQUIRED

Counselor (International) (One or More Positions)

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Closing Date: February 16, 2016

Job Opening ID # P0007313/5697

• Minimum of one (1) year of full-time (or part-time equivalent) recent community college counseling experience. • Evidence of sensitivity to and understanding of diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, and ethnic backgrounds of community college students. • Knowledge of articulation agreements, academic policies, requirements, and procedures that impact community college students.

• Experience teaching courses in academic, career, and vocational planning, study skills, and human and helping relationships. • Teaching experience in post-secondary education. • Demonstrated ability to work as a team member within a collegial setting. • Experience in community college or higher education teaching and counseling, including personal, career, and academic issues with a diverse student population.

• Experience in counseling students on F-1 student visas. • Knowledge of and sensitivity to the cultural contexts of international students to provide effective guidance and informati on to those unfamiliar with the US culture and educational systems.