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Position Summary:

Florida Atlantic University is seeking a Counselor in Residence. Boca Raton, FL.

The Counselor in Residence (CIR) is a part-time position offering many exciting and rewarding experiences. The CIR must reside on campus and will be embedded in the Department of Housing and Residential Education (HRE). The on-campus apartment can only accommodate one person living in the space. This position is designed for individuals who are passionate about providing mental health support and psycho-educational programming to residential students, for the purpose of helping them achieve their personal, academic, and life goals in a pluralistic society.

In this role, the CIR will rotate after hours on-call to assist in managing situations where residential students are in immediate need of support, including domestic or interpersonal violence, sexual assault or other mental health concerns. They will also provide some support for mental health crises, while working in conjunction with CAPS after hours on call service and FAU Police (FAU PD). In working collaboratively with HRE, the CIR will engage with students in a format that is accessible, decreases stress, and increases resilience and coping. The CIR will provide daytime consultation services in the residence halls, help students identify and utilize campus resources, and community support that facilitates student growth and holistic well-being.

In addition to supporting residential students and working in a dynamically diverse institution, the CIR will earn competitive pay, receive on-campus housing, and would receive supervision and acquire clinical hours for practicum/internship program requirements. A post-master's candidate could receive supervision and acquire clinical hours for licensure requirements.

Summary of responsibilities:

+ Through drop-in hours, support and provide resources for residential students and resident assistants with mental health and well-being concerns. When appropriate, the CIR will refer students to CAPS clinicians.

+ Provide on-call after-hours support for limited scope of mental health and emotional concerns of the residential population, while consulting with CAPS after-hours on-call service and FAU PD. The CIR will carry an on-call cell phone and is expected to remain within the borders outlined in on-call procedures.

+ Provide at least four educational programs and workshops to residential students and workshops to enhance wellness, wellbeing, resilience and healthy habits per semester.

+ Assists HRE staff in designing learning opportunities around mental health and well-being for residential students.

+ Assist with the educational curriculum of HRE including offering ongoing informational groups within the residence halls on topics such as decision-making, self-management, effective communication, and interpersonal relationships.

+ Assist with training sessions for HRE paraprofessional and professional staff pertaining to all aspects of mental health and CAPS service, including how to recognize and respond to distressed students.

+ Complete necessary administrative duties including reports for HRE and CAPS, and documentation in accordance with CAPS policies and practices.

+ Abide by the policies and procedures outlined by the Department of Housing and Residential Education (HRE) and FAU CAPS.

+ Attend weekly meetings with CAPS, which may include individual supervision, training and case consultation.

+ Meet bi-weekly with the Associate Director of Residential Education, or designee, and attend monthly Residential Education staff meetings.

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Minimum Qualifications:

A master's degree from an accredited institution in counseling, social work or mental health-related field required.

Must have completed 1 year of graduate level coursework in the field of mental health

Strong commitment and experience with diverse individuals and communities

Demonstrate awareness and value of culturally responsive mental health practice.

Demonstrate commitment to the highest ethical standards of professional practice.

Preferred Skills/Qualifications:

Experience providing support to young and emerging adults.

University Counseling Center experience in a multidisciplinary setting.

Experience working in residential living such as a Resident Assistant, Graduate

Assistant, or Resident Director.

Experience and interest in provision of community level interventions, outreach,

consultation.

Salary:

$15 per hour.

College or Department:

Division of Student Affairs

Location:

Boca Raton

Work Days and Hours:

Monday - Friday, 9am - 9pm. Some weekends and on-call, up to 20 hours per week.

Application Deadline:

2025-05-30

Special Instructions to Applicant:

Temporary positions are not established positions and are paid from OPS funds. Temporary positions are usually not eligible for benefits and retirement; however, they may be eligible for health insurance coverage depending on the average hours worked per week. They provide full-time or part-time employment in an exempt or non-exempt employment situation based on job duties and salary in accordance with the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA). Temporary positions do not have layoff rights and may be terminated without prior notice. Applicants hired into Temporary positions may apply for a regular appointment should a vacancy become available.

APPLICATION DOCUMENTS REQUIRED:

Resume

Cover Letter

OFFICIAL SEALED TRANSCRIPTS REQUIRED:

Final candidate will be required to have official, sealed transcripts and original NACES evaluation, if applicable, sent from their educational institution to Human Resources prior to the start of employment.

PRE-EMPLOYMENT SCREENINGS REQUIRED:

Selected candidates must successfully complete and pass all employment screenings prior to the start of employment. Employment screenings may include a criminal background check (level I and level II), motor vehicle check, credit check, reference checks, alcohol, and drug screening check.

REQUEST FOR ACCOMODATIONS:

Individuals with disabilities requiring accommodations may contact Human Resources at 561-297-3057. For inquiries concerning employees, job applicants or other available accommodations, please email [email protected] or call the Office of Civil Rights and Title IX at (561) 297-3004.

Florida Atlantic University is where your future begins.

With over 30,000 students from all 50 states and over 180 countries, 21 intercollegiate teams, 180 plus degree programs, and an administration that thrives on discovery and excellence, Florida Atlantic University is pushing the boundaries of higher education. At FAU, the faculty and staff are trailblazers and innovators with a passion for finding creative solutions while advancing science, art and technology in all disciplines. Student success, excellence and community engagement are some of our highest values as a university. These values are prominent throughout FAU's community and are essential to the employee experience. FAU is committed to the principles of engaged teaching, research and service, and reflects this commitment as a key Platform in its 2015 - 2025 Strategic Plan. Our work environment is a hub of cultures from across the nation and the world, making FAU a place where collaboration flourishes. All persons aspiring to achieve excellence in the practice of these principles are encouraged to apply.

To learn more about the vision and mission of FAU, please visit: www.fau.edu

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Florida Atlantic University is an equal opportunity/affirmative action/equal access institution and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veterans status or any other characteristic protected by law.

Individuals with disabilities requiring accommodations may contact the Office of Civil Rights and Title IX at 561-297-3004 or send an email at [email protected]. To contact Human Resources, please call 561-297-3057. For communications assistance call 7-1-1.

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Florida Statute 1010.35 - Screening Foreign Researchers

Pursuant to Florida law, any applicant or student seeking employment in a research or research-related support position who is a citizen of a foreign country and not a permanent resident of the U.S., or who is a citizen or permanent resident but is affiliated with or has had at least 1 year of employment or training in China, Russia, Iran, North Korea, Cuba, Venezuela, or Syria is subject to additional screening. Applicants meeting those criteria will be required to provide the following information before any offer of employment can be made: every institution of higher education attended; all previous employment since the applicant’s 18th birthday; list of all published material, current and pending research funding from any source, including details about the research, your role, funding source, and amount; list and description of any non-university professional activities; any affiliation with an institution or program in a foreign country. Selected applicants will be required to provide additional information per the Statute, including a complete copy of your passport; and, if available, the most recently submitted DS-160 (Online Nonimmigrant Visa Application).

Florida Atlantic University is an equal opportunity/affirmative action/equal access institution and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veterans status or any other characteristic protected by law.

Individuals with disabilities requiring accommodation, please call 561-297-3057. For communication assistance, call 7-1-1.