Academic Counselor

POSITION ANNOUNCEMENT

TRIO UPWARD BOUND ACADEMIC COUNSELOR
WABASH VALLEY COLLEGE | MT. CARMEL il
LINCOLN TRAIL COLLEGE | ROBINSON, IL

DESCRIPTION: The TRIO Upward Bound Academic Counselor is a 100% grant-funded position responsible for recruiting, assessing, advising, retention, and supporting program participants during both the summer and academic year. Other duties include assisting in the development of forms and handbooks, planning and chaperoning trips and data entry, and maintaining contact with teachers and parents/guardians regarding students' academic, personal, career and programmatic development. Employment is contingent upon continued grant funding. Two vacancies currently exist for the position with one assignment at Lincoln Trail College and one assignment at Wabash Valley College

QUALIFICATIONS: Bachelor's degree in counseling, psychology, social work, education or related field required; Master's degree preferred. Ability to communicate and work well with participants, parents/guardians and high school personnel required. The position requires a demonstrated commitment to first-generation youth; and the ability to understand and provide guidance to all participants. Personal experience in overcoming academic and economic obstacles to success preferred. Valid driver's license and an ability to work independently and travel extensively within the target area required.

WAGES: $19.09 per hour Benefits include, but are not limited: medical, dental, and life insurance; paid sick leave, vacation, and personal days; and participation in State Universities Retirement System.

APPLICATIONS: Send a letter of interest, resume, IECC application forms (available on our website), and transcripts to iecchr@iecc.edu or mail to:

Illinois Eastern Community College
Attn: Human Resources
233 E. Chestnut St.
Olney, IL 62450

APPLICATION
DEADLINE: Applications will be reviewed as received and will be accepted until the position is filled.

Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the United States. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.

Illinois Eastern Community Colleges is an institution of higher education comprised of Frontier Community College in Fairfield, Lincoln Trail College in Robinson, Olney Central College in Olney, and Wabash Valley College in Mt. Carmel. IECC is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission.

IECC complies with federal and state disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities. If a reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact Human Resources at (618) 395-5299 Extension 5522.

IECC’s mission is to deliver exceptional education and services to improve the lives of our students and to strengthen our communities.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Pay: $19.09 per hour

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person