Academic Engagement GE Counselor (2 positions)

Department: Accessible Education Center
FTE: 0.49
Terms: Fall Winter Spring
Academic Year: 2023-24

Duties:

This position supports student success and retention by providing critical counseling and mentoring support for students within the context of a student’s experience of disability. This may include individual or group counseling/advising or coaching, student mentoring, and program development through a strengths-based perspective of disability. 

This GE meets with selected students individually to provide academic support in the areas of college adjustment, motivation, disability identity, self-compassion, time management, and organizational strategies. Writes timely and concise case notes, and meets weekly to review student issues. May design and facilitate workshops on disability and academic engagement focused topics, and assists with outreach and intervention initiatives, as needed. Collaborates and consults with AEC staff to best support students and participates as an active part of the Accessible Education Center.

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Priority will be given to COE Ph.D. students
  • Prior experience counseling college students in a mental health or related setting
  • Strong oral/written and interpersonal communication skills
  • Experience facilitating workshops, psychoeducational or therapy groups
  • Demonstrated interest or experience with disability issues, including identity development
  • Completed coursework or experience related to access/inclusion, disability as diversity, crisis intervention, or universal design
  • Experience working with individuals dealing with a range of mental health challenges
  • Knowledge of functional challenges experienced academic settings related to depression, anxiety, autism, ADHD, PTSD, learning disabilities, chronic health conditions, or other types of disabilities

Application Procedure:

Please submit the following to epelayo@uoregon.edu with the subject line: “AEC GE Application”

  • Cover letter describing your interest, qualifications, and how this position fits into your plans for career and professional development
  • Your CV or resume outlining education and work experience
  • The names and contact information of two references who can address your ability to perform the duties of this position

Application Email: epelayo@uoregon.edu

Deadline Date: 05/17/2023

Open Until Filled: Yes
Review Begins On: 05/18/2023

Contact Information:
Elvie Pelayo
Accessible Education Center
360 Oregon Hall
Eugene, OR 97403