About this opportunity
Palm Beach State College lists this Counseling Center Specialist opportunity in town of florida, New York. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Join our team!
What We Offer
At Palm Beach State College, you will discover a place where ideas come to life and the heartbeat of a county begins. By joining us, you will be exposed to professionals from across the U.S. and abroad who are the strivers, reinventors, explorers, and influencers dedicated to developing talent that fills the most needed workforce roles. As the Panthers, we embrace a community of belonging, caring, and connection for our students and employees. We seek creative individuals to help PBSC fulfill its mission of inspiring hope, advancing skills, and transforming lives.
About this role
Responsible for providing support within the Counseling Center, Panthers Pantry, PERC program, Student Assistance Fund, and any other programs associated with the Student Counseling Center. Responds to inquiries from students, staff, and the public. Maintains database system, creates and generates reports. Aids students with scheduling, completing necessary documentation for services, and triage.
What a day of a Counseling Center Specialist looks like:
Conducts student intakes, triages students in crisis, and schedules ongoing counseling, medical, and case management appointments.
Responds for requests for linkage to community resources as well as differing college resources.
Under the direction of the Director of Student Well-Being, oversees Panther’s Pantry operations including food pick up, organization, distribution of supplies, and records maintenance.
Facilitates educational and outreach events in a wide variety of settings.
Produces, orders, and organizes marketing, educational, and other materials.
Provides input to supervisor regarding departmental, or area, objectives, goals, or priorities.
Assists with department data analytics and documentation including student charts.
Aids students in submitting requested documentation needed to process student assistant funding as well as completes and submits check requests.
Prepares marketing materials, such as flyers, brochures and posters for internal and external distribution.
Maintains departmental webpage and social media.
Prepares work orders, purchase orders, and determines need of office supplies, equipment, and materials.
Performs other job-related duties as assigned.
We’d love to hear from you if you have the following:
Education and Experience:
Bachelor’s degree in Social Work, Psychology, Human Services, or related field of study and one year of related experience; OR
Associate’s degree and three years of related experience
Knowledge of:
Microsoft Office Professional or similar applications
Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA)
Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA) within 30 days of employment
Skilled in:
Attention to detail while maintaining effective time and task management
Managing and resolving conflict in a positive manner
Identifying, analyzing, and resolving problems, driving solutions through to completion
Working with diverse populations who may be experiencing mental health challenges, housing and food insecurities, and additional psycho-social stressors
Ability to:
Effectively communicate verbally and in writing on a regular basis with internal and external customers, build relationships, manage customer expectations and take responsibility for a high level of service
Interact in a positive manner with diverse populations and varying education levels of students, faculty, staff, and the public
Organize and prioritize multiple, competing priorities to maximize personal and team effectiveness
Licenses, Registration, Certifications, or Special Requirements:
Regular physical attendance required
Requires travel between campus locations
Valid Florida driver’s license
Preferred, but not a must:
Licenses, Registration, Certifications, or Special Requirements:
Registered Mental Health Counselor Intern or Registered Clinical Social Worker Intern
Work Environment and Physical Demand - Frequency
Lift or carry objects weighing up to 10 pounds. - Daily
Lift or carry objects weighing 10 to 25 pounds. - Daily
Lift or carry objects weighing 25 to 50 pounds. - Daily
Reach and grasp objects. - Hourly
Stoop, bend, kneel, crouch, or crawl. - Hourly
Stand for extended periods of time. - Daily
Sit for extended periods of time. - Hourly
Use of video display terminal. - Hourly
Use of manual dexterity and fine motor skills. - Hourly
Identify and distinguish colors and shades of color. - Hourly
Communicate information verbally. - Hourly
Communicate information in writing. - Daily
Receive and understand information through oral and written communication. - Hourly
Proofread and check documents for accuracy. - Hourly
Interaction with general public. - Hourly
Operate a motor vehicle. - Occasionally
Work a fluctuating work schedule. - Weekly
This job description is intended to be generic in nature and describe the essential functions of the job. It is not an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities. The essential duties, functions and responsibilities, and overtime eligibility may vary based on the specific tasks assigned to the position.
Certain service members and veterans, and the spouses and family members of such service members and veterans, receive preference and priority. Certain service members may be eligible to receive waivers for postsecondary educational requirements, in employment by the state and its political subdivisions, and are encouraged to apply for the positions being filled.
The minimum base pay for this position starts at $21.44 hourly; however, the offer may vary based on the candidate’s education and experience.
This position is open until filled with an initial review date of August 31, 2026.
Wait, there is more!
Culture: Be part of an inclusive, Panther First environment where every role has a purpose, and employees have a sense of belonging.
Education Benefits: Tuition fee waiver at PBSC, tuition reimbursement, degree recognition award, educational leave, and more. Public Service Loan Forgiveness institution.
Health and Wellness: Medical, dental, vision, disability, life insurance, parental leave, and more.
Generous Time Off: Vacation, sick leave, holidays, and spring and winter breaks offering additional paid time off.
Panther Perks: Potential remote or hybrid opportunities, wellness programs, and apps related to stress management, nutrition, meditation, and more.
Professional Development: Leadership programs, professional learning workshops, and more.
_Retirement Investments : _ State retirement plan options and voluntary 403(b) and 457 plans.
Application Deadline
This position is open until filled
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Who can apply
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