Academic Counselor 1 or 2/ Student Support Services - Baton Rouge, United States - Louisiana State University

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Job Posting Title:

Academic Counselor 1 or 2/ Student Support Services


Position Type:

Professional / Unclassified


Department:

LSUAM AA - EM - RSS - SP - Student Support Services (Shauna Landry


Work Location:

1155 Ruffin G. Pleasant Hall


Pay Grade:

Job Description:

Academic Counselor 1

Provide intentional, supportive advising and personal development counseling for 1/3 of the SSS participants as required by TRIO legislation. Assist students with development of academic skills, non-cognitive and life skills necessary for college and life after college.

Ensure participation that enhances higher education experiences, often missed by SSS-eligible students, leading to the completion of a baccalaureate and successful career engagement.

Utilize best practices in counseling, advising, and programming delivered to SSS students.

Assist with recruiting of SSS participants, and program services including but not limited to cultural events, financial and economic literacy workshops, liaising with other LSU Departments - particularly career services and the Student Financial Management Center.

Provide supportive assistance for the Ready, Set, Geaux Bootcamp and research best practices for counseling, advising, trauma informed assistance, and transition planning.

Maintain basic knowledge of TRIO legislation and regulations and attend trainings as assigned. Counselor II is lead for coordinating and evaluating the RSG Bootcamp, cultural events and financial and economic

literacy training.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES (Counselor I)

60% Manage student-to-counselor ratio of 100:1 ensuring delivery of services specified in the SSS grant. Monitor academic progress of assigned participants and ensure all students in cohort are contacted for necessary services. Provide academic, financial (federal programs and financial literacy information), and non-cognitive skill development as indicated in the Higher Education Act of 1965, as amended. Provides personal support for SSS participants who are struggling with the transition to college.

Provide educational guidance and assistance for students by planning schedules, recommending courses, and determining appropriate education solutions for different types of students.

Assist participants with GPA calculations, identifying and understanding quality point deficits; transfer evaluations; Allied Health/Premed/dental advising; interacting with and referral to other LSU offices, as appropriate.

Conduct Student Action Strategies (SAS) each semester for assigned students (specifically Freshmen and any students on academic warning or probation).

Assist students with development of SMART goal setting. Provide assistance with resumes; recommendation letters; and scholarship, graduate school and job applications.

Provide case management to students who do not meet their educational requirements and offers guidance toward other possible academic programs.

Assist students with identification and implementation of academic and life skills necessary for the successful navigation of the university academic and social arenas leading to graduation.

Serve as the conduit for students in interpreting and enforcing the many university policies and procedures that students encounter.

Utilize the various electronic and print-based materials, as well as the multiple university databases to interpret the various LSU degree programs.

Record contacts in the LSU Navigate system and SSS APR database systems.

15% Serve as one of the Recitation leaders for the SSS 1001 class. Coordinate the development and delivery of financial literacy programming and ensure SSS participants have multiple opportunities to learn responsible money management skills. Coordinate cultural and community engagement opportunities - focusing on increased cultural development as described in the grant application. Coordinate peer mentoring and student leadership programming.

15% Participate in job searches and development of new employees, as assigned. Develop and provide training to new SSS professional staff members regarding TRIO and SSS information as it relates to their positions.

10% Work with the SSS Director and other SSS Staff to evaluate the effectiveness of SSS programming utilizing the formative and summative measures established in the grant application. Attend conferences and trainings as assigned by the SSS Director.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Bachelor's degree

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Master's Degree in Counseling, Social Work, Higher Education Administration, or related field.

One year of experience working with TRIO or a group of similarly diverse students at the college level.

SPECIAL QUALIFICATIONS:

As with all LSU employees, due to this position title and/or responsibilities, this position has an obligation to assist students in the acquisition of necessary services.

Should a student appear in need of or seek assistance with issues of an emotional, behavioral, or mental health related matter they should be referred to the proper service within the Student Health Center.

In situations where the student creates an impression that they are a danger to themselves or others, the advisor should immediately contact the Care Team, the Dean of Students or the appropriate law enforcement agency.

The employee outside of those rights contained within FERPA should create no impression of client or patient confidentiality.

This position is funded by the LSU Student Support Services grant and is therefore contingent upon further availability of funding.

Should the grant funding for this position cease to continue, LSU will provide 30-day notice upon a decision to end the position for lack of funding.

Academic Counselor 2

Provide intentional, supportive advising and personal development counseling for 1/3 of the SSS participants as required by TRIO legislation. Assist students with development of academic skills, non-cognitive and life skills necessary for college and life after college.

Ensure participation that enhances higher education experiences, often missed by SSS-eligible students, leading to the completion of a baccalaureate and successful career engagement.

Utilize best practices in counseling, advising, and programming delivered to SSS students.

Assist with recruiting of SSS participants, and program services including but not limited to cultural events, financial and economic literacy workshops, liaising with other LSU Departments - particularly career services and the Student Financial Management Center.

Develop course content for SSS 1001, delivering the lectures and recitations with the assistance of SSS Counselors. Coordinate development & delivery of Financial Literacy programming.

Provide supportive assistance for the Ready, Set, Geaux Bootcamp and research best practices for counseling, advising, trauma informed assistance, and transition planning.

Maintain basic knowledge of TRIO legislation and regulations and attend trainings as assigned.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES (Academic Counselor II)

50% Manage student-to-counselor ratio of 100:1 ensuring delivery of services specified in the SSS grant. Monitor academic progress of assigned participants and ensure all students in cohort are contacted for necessary services. Provide academic, financial (federal programs and financial literacy information), and non-cognitive skill development as indicated in the Higher Education Act of 1965, as amended. Provides personal support for SSS participants who are struggling with the transition to college.

Provide educational guidance and assistance for students by planning schedules, recommending courses, and determining appropriate education solutions for different types of students.

Assist participants with GPA calculations, identifying and understanding quality point deficits; transfer evaluations; Allied Health/Premed/dental advising; interacting with and referral to other LSU offices, as appropriate.

Conduct Student Action Strategies (SAS) each semester for assigned students (specifically Freshmen and any students on academic warning or probation).

Assist students with development of SMART goal setting. Provide assistance with resumes; recommendation letters; and scholarship, graduate school, and job applications.

Provide case management to students who do not meet their educational requirements and offers guidance toward other possible academic programs.

Assist students with identification and implementation of academic and life skills necessary for the successful navigation of the university academic and social arenas leading to graduation.

Serve as the conduit for students in interpreting and enforcing the many university policies and procedures that students encounter.

Utilize the various electronic and print-based materials, as well as the multiple university databases to interpret the various LSU degree programs.

Record contacts in the LSU Navigate system and SSS APR database systems.

20% Develop and deliver SSS 1001 course content about non-cognitive skill development and study skill development via lectures and reinforced through recitation sessions. Maintain office hours. Supervise, as well as participate in grading of all individual student assignments. Maintain and update SSS 1001 Moodle page. Ensure class evaluations are completed, submitted to the Director and then participate with the Director in a review of the evaluations for the purpose of determining appropriateness of course and any potential changes to the course.

10% Participate in job searches and development of new employees, as assigned. Develop and provide training to new SSS professional staff members regarding TRIO and SSS information as it relates to their positions.

10% Plan and execute workshops and cultural engagement opportunities tailored to the needs of SSS students as related to career exploration, financial literacy, graduate and professional programs, and personal development.

10% Work with the SSS Director and other SSS Staff to evaluate the effectiveness of SSS programming utilizing the formative and summative measures established in the grant application. Attend conferences and trainings as assigned by the SSS Director.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:


Education Level:
Bachelor's degree


Years of Experience:

One year counseling college students at a college/university and a demonstrated ability to provide counseling to marginally prepared, disadvantaged, and/or disabled students.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:


Education Level:
Master's Degree in Counseling, Social Work, Higher Education Administration, or related field

Years of Experience:
Two years of experience working with TRIO or a group of similarly diverse students at the college level.

SPECIAL QUALIFICATIONS:

As with all LSU employees, Counselors have an obligation to assist students in the acquisition of

necessary services. Should a student appear in need of or seek assistance with issues of an

emotional, behavioral, or mental health related matter, they should be referred to the proper services

within the Student Health Center. In situations where the student creates an impression that they are

a danger to themselves or others, the Counselor should immediately contact the Care Team, the Dean

of Students, or the appropriate law enforcement agency. The employee outside of these rights

contained with FERPA should create no impression of client or patient confidentiality. Ability to

transport supplies, books, and self across the campus for SSS programing is required. Verbal and

nonverbal communication skills are a critical requirement for this position.

This position is funded by the LSU Student Support Services grant and is therefore contingent upon further availability of funding.

Should the grant funding for this position cease to continue, LSU will provide 30-day notice upon a decision to end the position for lack of funding.

Additional Job Description:

Special Instructions:

The location of this position is LSU-BR and is not eligible for remote work.

To be considered, qualified candidates will submit a complete application which includes a cover letter explaining their specific interest in the position and how their skills and experiences prepare them for success in this role, a resume, and three professional references.

Please provide resume and transcripts. Official transcripts are required prior to hire. For questions or concerns regarding the status of your application or salary ranges, please contact Shauna Landry at


Posting Date:

May 1, 2024


Closing Date (Open Until Filled if No Date Specified):

Additional Position Information:

Background Check - An offer of employment is contingent on a satisfactory pre-employment background check.

Benefits - LSU offers outstanding benefits to eligible employees and their dependents including health, life, dental, and vision insurance; flexible spending accounts; retirement options; various leave options; paid holidays; wellness benefits; tuition exemption for qualified positions; training and development opportunities; employee discounts; and more

Positions approved to work outside the State of Louisiana shall be employed through Louisiana State University's partner, nextSource Workforce Solutions, for Employer of Record Services including but not limited to employment, benefits, payroll, and tax compliance.

Positions employed through Employer of Record Services will be offered benefits and retirement as applicable through their provider and will not be eligible for State of Louisiana benefits and retirement.

Essential Position (Y/N):

LSU is an Equal Opportunity Employer and SAME Agency:

LSU is designated as a State As a Model Employer (SAME) agency and provides assistance to persons needing accommodations or with the accessibility of materials.

For those seeking such accommodations or assistance related to this search, we encourage you to contact the Office of Human Resource Management ).


HCM Contact Information:

For questions or concerns related to updating your application with attachments (e

g, resumes, RS:
17 documents), date of birth, or reactivating applications, please contact the LSU Human Resources Management Office at or email For questions or concerns regarding the status of your application or salary ranges, please contact the department using the information provided in the Special Instructions section of this job posting.