{"id":1431,"date":"2024-12-20T15:53:23","date_gmt":"2024-12-20T23:53:23","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/sites.sandiego.edu\/cmft\/?p=1431"},"modified":"2024-12-20T15:53:23","modified_gmt":"2024-12-20T23:53:23","slug":"veteran-mental-health-counselor-position-part-time-for-cmft-alumni","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/sites.sandiego.edu\/cmft\/2024\/12\/20\/veteran-mental-health-counselor-position-part-time-for-cmft-alumni\/","title":{"rendered":"Veteran Mental Health Counselor Position (Part-Time) for CMFT Alumni"},"content":{"rendered":"

We are excited to share that the\u00a0Mental Health Counseling Center (MHCC)\u00a0<\/b>at\u00a0San Diego City College (SDCC)<\/b> are currently recruiting for a Veterans Mental Health Counselor (Part-Time)<\/strong>. Positions are open until filled with start-date, hopefully late January or early February.\u00a0Here is the Job Application (linked)<\/a><\/p>\n

The Position:\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n

NOTE: The San Diego Community College District accepts applications for adjunct (part-time\/substitute) positions for our three college campuses (City, Mesa, Miramar) and various continuing education centers on a continuous basis. However, it does not necessarily imply there are immediate openings. If you meet the required minimum qualifications, your application will be included in the adjunct pool for possible assignments in the fall, spring, and\/or summer semesters of the academic year. Hiring departments utilize the adjunct pool when there is a need and will contact you directly should you possess the qualifications they are seeking. Applications are purged approximately one year from submittal, at which time you will receive an automated e-mail notice to re-apply if you wish to remain in the pool.<\/p>\n

Part-time\/temporary faculty positions offer flexible hours and the opportunity to assist a diverse group of adult students in achieving their educational goals. As one of the largest community college districts in southern California, we offer a wide range of opportunities in transfer, general education, vocational and occupational programs. These part-time positions are as-needed and applicants should live within commuting distance to San Diego.<\/p>\n

The\u00a0Mental Health Counseling Center (MHCC)\u00a0<\/b>at\u00a0San Diego City College (SDCC)<\/b>\u00a0has been awarded a two-year grant to work collaboratively with the Veterans Resource Center to enhance mental health support for student veterans. The\u00a0Veterans Mental Health Counselor<\/b>\u00a0position is a dual role, with emphasis on psycho-education, outreach, early intervention\/prevention and community linkage along with a direct clinical role. The Veteran Mental Health Counselor will provide individual, couples, and family therapy, case management, resource referrals, workshops, group therapy, and outreach to student veterans. Additionally, the counselor will organize and support student veteran peer mentors, collaborating with the Mental Health Peer Educator Coordinator to guide and mentor these dedicated peers.<\/p>\n

This part-time position (15-20 hours per week for 40 weeks per year) will have a primary focus on outreach, training, and direct support for student veterans. Key responsibilities include facilitating workshops, developing resources, facilitating relationships with community partners and providing counseling services. The counselor will also lead training initiatives to educate the campus community about veterans\u2019 mental health needs and promote a supportive, veteran-friendly campus culture through collaboration with the Mental Health Peer Educator Program.<\/p>\n

The role is funded for the grant term, from January 2025 to December 2026, with a weekly commitment of 15-20 hours during the academic semesters (Spring, Fall, and an 8-week Summer session). The counselor must be available during regular school hours to engage effectively with students and campus services.<\/p>\n

Major Responsibilities:\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n

Establish and Expand Partnerships:\u00a0<\/b>Improve and expand campus supports and resources through the development of partnerships with mental health providers, VA hospitals, county veterans service offices, and local\/regional\u00a0CSU\u00a0and UC campus Veterans Resource Centers.
\nOutreach and Support for Student Veterans<\/b>: Provide direct mental health support through individual counseling, group therapy, case management, and resource development. Lead and collaborate on outreach efforts to increase engagement with student veterans.
\nVeterans Ally Trainings<\/b>: Lead the development and delivery of training programs aimed at educating faculty, staff, and students on veterans\u2019 mental health, challenges, and best practices for supporting veterans on campus. This includes training campus stakeholders to become Veterans Allies and promoting a supportive environment for student veterans.
\nOversight and Support of Veteran Peers<\/b>: Collaborate with the Mental Health Peer Educator Coordinator to hire, train, and supervise student veterans selected to serve as Mental Health Peer Educators. These roles will empower student veterans to support one another in their transition to civilian life and receive training to become suicide prevention gatekeepers and stigma reduction ambassadors.
\nProgram Management and Reporting:<\/b>\u00a0Regularly report to the Grant or Program Coordinator on program progress and outcomes.
\nCampus-Wide Collaboration<\/b>: Work closely with campus partners to ensure that veterans\u2019 mental health and wellness is a visible priority on campus. Engage in cross-departmental efforts to integrate veteran-specific support services and resources, and participate in training and meetings related to veterans\u2019 needs and mental health.<\/p>\n

Minimum Qualifications:\u00a0<\/strong>Degrees must<\/strong> be from regionally accredited institutions. Master\u2019s<\/strong> in counseling, rehabilitation counseling, clinical psychology, counseling psychology, guidance counseling, educational counseling, social work, career development, marriage and family therapy or marriage, family and child counseling, OR the equivalent.<\/p>\n

(NOTE: A bachelor\u2019s degree in one of the listed degrees and a license as a Marriage and Family Therapist (MFT) is an alternative qualification for this discipline.)<\/p>\n

Desired Qualifications: <\/strong><\/p>\n