ABOUT RAMAPO COLLEGE:
Ramapo College of New Jersey (RCNJ) develops ethical leaders who serve as change agents across all sectors. The College’s unique interdisciplinary academic structure, its liberal arts core, its size (approximately 5,500 students), and its setting in the foothills of the Ramapo Mountains on the New Jersey/New York border provide an optimal environment for individualized, student-centered learning and leadership development. RCNJ’s designation as “New Jersey’s Public Liberal Arts College” by the State legislature is the foundation from which the College’s commitment to an accessible and transformative undergraduate and graduate education is realized.
Established in 1969, CondeNast Traveler named Ramapo one of the 50 Most Beautiful College Campuses in America. The barrier-free campus occupies 300 acres and is home to 52 bachelor’s degree programs spanning the arts, business, data science, humanities, education, nursing, social work, social sciences, and the sciences. Ramapo College boasts an average student/faculty ratio of 16:1 and an average class size of 21; affording students the opportunity to develop close ties to the College’s exceptional faculty. In addition, the College offers graduate programs leading to master’s degrees in Accounting, Applied Mathematics, Business Administration, Contemporary Instructional Design, Computer Science, Creative Music Technology, Data Science, Educational Leadership, Nursing, Social Work, and Special Education, as well as a Doctor of Nursing Practice. Every degree program is designed and delivered through the collaborative and interdisciplinary efforts of student-centered faculty scholars and staff who are committed to serving the public good through the delivery of an academically rigorous, inclusive, and a transformative collegiate experience. Ramapo is ranked #1 among New Jersey public institutions by College Choice and is recognized as the State’s top college on the list of Best Disability Schools by Great Value Colleges. Further commendations include designation as a “Military Friendly College” in Victory Media’s Guide to Military Friendly Schools, and as a leading college by U.S. News & World Report, Kiplinger’s, Princeton Review, and Money Magazine, among others.
JOB SUMMARY
The ENHANCE Counselor, works for the ENHANCE Program which provides additional services to students who are diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASD), reports to the Assistant Director of the ENHANCE Program. The ENHANCE Program takes a holistic approach and focuses on social, academic, organizational, and emotional growth to help students with ASD adapt and flourish in college.
Hours may vary depending on the needs of the department and College and will include certain evening hours and holidays when classes are in session. Occasional weekend work (e.g., College Orientations, First-Year Student Move-in Day, Admitted Students Day) will be required.
SALARY RANGE
This is a 10 month position
AFT - U24 - Steps 1-3 - $71,400 -$78,537
Internal Applicants salary will be based on union contract negotiations
Examples of Duties
DUTIES
Conducts individual weekly counseling sessions with the students in the ENHANCE programLeads/Co-leads weekly group therapy meetings Oversees and supervises weekly social eventsAssists the Assistant Director with providing on-going supervision to peer mentorsAssists the Assistant Director with administrative components of the program such as intervening with faculty members when students have difficulties, consulting with parents, having phone meetings with parents regarding prospective students, etc.Creates and facilitates weekly academic/executive functioning workshopsAssists with interviewing and assessing for acceptance into the ENHANCE programProvides training to student groups, faculty, and professional staff regarding working with students with ASDChaperone off-campus social eventsOther duties as assigned QualificationsEDUCATION
Minimum requirements - Master’s degree in mental health related field. License-eligible in NJ (supervision provided).
Preferred requirements - licensed Master level professional with degree in mental health, psychology, or social work (LCSW, LPC) or Doctoral degree in Clinical or Counseling Psychology. New Jersey licensed or license-eligible (supervision provided) as a psychologist will be considered. If applicant is a psychologist, NJ licensure will be required prior to eligibility of the first multi-year contract.
.EXPERIENCE
Minimum four years of counseling experience, one of which must be with working with a young adult population who have a diagnosis of Autism Spectrum Disorder
A Doctoral degree may be substituted for two years of required work experience.
Preferred experience working with college student populations
Preferred experience in conducting educational workshops on executive functioning skills, study skills, time management and organization
ADDITIONAL KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/ABILITIES
Demonstrated strong clinical skills essentialExperience with culturally diverse populationsGood interpersonal skillsPreferred experience leading workshopsPreferred experience in teaching social skills groupsExcellent written and oral communication skills Supplemental InformationEEO Statement:
Ramapo College is an Affirmative Action/Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. Ramapo has a long history of advocating, advising, and supporting diversity, equity, and inclusiveness. Examples can be found in its mission statement, strategic plans, degree and course offerings, community outreach programs, and other diversity programs. Ramapo’s commitment to diversity and inclusion is infused across all facets of the College; where the environment is welcoming, dedicated to social justice, respectful of freedom of expression, focused on educating and having an ongoing conversation regarding cultural competence and the benefits and importance of diversity.