Counseling Intern, M2012

Location: Bellevue WA, WA

Division: Student Affairs

Job Number: M2012

Job Status: Part-Time

The Bellevue College Counseling Center is excited to announce that we will be accepting Master's Level Interns for the 2021-2022 academic year. The intern at the Counseling Center performs duties and responsibilities under the general direction of the Site Supervisor. The intern will receive at least one-hour of weekly individual clinical supervision with a licensed mental health counselor and/or licensed psychologist. The intern also has the opportunity to participate in the Counseling Center's weekly staff meetings and case consultations.

This is an unpaid position and successful interns are expected to work 16-20 hours per week.

ABOUT THE COLLEGEBellevue College is a diverse student-centered, comprehensive and innovative college, committed to teaching excellence that advances the life-long educational development of its students while strengthening the economic, social and cultural life of its diverse community. Bellevue College is located just 10 miles east of Seattle where we serve a student population of over 40% students of color and over 1,700 international students. The college promotes student success by providing high-quality, flexible, accessible educational programs and services; advancing pluralism, inclusion and global awareness; and acting as a catalyst and collaborator for a vibrant region.We strive to create a vibrant and inclusive campus community that supports a diverse student body, faculty and staff. As an essential part of our http://www.bellevuecollege.edu/futurevision/core-themes/, diversity, equity and pluralism are promoted and fostered in all aspects of college life. By enriching student life through leadership opportunities, personal learning and cultural experiences, we are committed to building an inclusive and diverse campus community that fosters creativity, innovation and student success.ABOUT THE DEPARTMENTThe Bellevue College Counseling Center offers a wide array of services ranging from mental health counseling to employee consultations to workshops. Primarily, the Center provides individual mental health and group counseling to registered Bellevue College students. Mental health counseling services include: personal (psychotherapy), career, and educational counseling. Within personal counseling, the Counseling Center also provides drop-in crisis counseling for students who are in emotional distress or are in immediate harm to themselves or others. Under the umbrella of educational counseling, the Counseling Center also provides counseling services to students struggling academically.The Counseling Center also develops and presents workshops to various classes and groups on campus; provides consultations to employees; teaches classes within the Human Development curriculum; and serves on various committees and taskforces within the Center and across campus.

• Provide culturally-competent and socially justice minded short- and long-term individual (personal, educational, and career) and group counseling.

• Assist students with identifying and resolving problems affecting their educational and personal development by clarifying short- and long-range educational/personal/occupational goals.

• Provide crisis counseling and assessment for students in distress.

• Use culturally responsive therapeutic modalities when working with historically underrepresented student populations.

• Refer students to appropriate community resources and services.

• Support students on academic probation and other student populations by providing appropriate interventions to help them achieve academic success.

• Provide developmental advising practices to help students set educational goals.

• Perform related duties as required.

Interns may also have the opportunity to do the following:

• Create and deliver outreach activities/events, workshops, and other prevention services to the campus community.

• Enrollment in an accredited university in Counseling; Counseling Psychology; Clinical Psychology; Educational Psychology; Educational Counseling; Social Work, or related field.

• Willing to learn to provide culturally responsive personal, academic, and career counseling, especially to individuals with diverse backgrounds.

• Openness to receive and integrate feedback.

• Exceptional interpersonal communication skills and an ability to work effectively and collaboratively with diverse teams and diverse populations.

• Experience using various computer applications.

• Effective oral and written communication skills.

• Willingness to commit to a 9-12 month experience working a minimum of 18 hours per week.

PREFERRED QULIFICATIONS:

• Interest in pursuing a career in higher education.

• Bilingual skills.

Applications received by 02/19/2021will be given full consideration. Applications received after that date may be considered until the position is filled. Interviews will be held during the beginning of March. Internship will start early September 2021.

Background Check:Prior to start of employment, a background check will be conducted. Information from the background check will not necessarily preclude employment, but will be considered in determining the applicant's suitability and competence to perform in the position.How to Apply:Click on the word Apply at the top right corner of the job announcement.

Individuals interested in this position are encouraged to apply. Your application must include a complete online application and all of the required documents below to be considered complete.

• Complete an online Application

• Attach an updated resume or curriculum vitae

• Attach a cover letter (1-page maximum) that addresses the following:

• What interests you in an internship at Bellevue College's Counseling Center;

• How do you meet the minimum and preferred qualifications;

• What are your professional goals after you graduate; and

• What are your graduate programs' training requirements (i.e. amount of hours; number of months; etc.).

• Attach a Statement of Diversity (1-page maximum) that addresses the following:

• Provide specific examples of how your educational and/or professional experiences, background or philosophy demonstrate your commitment to diversity and equity, and how these prepare you to contribute to Bellevue College and the Counseling Center.

• Attach a reference list with the names and contact information of at least 3 professional references.

• Optional: Attach letters of recommendationFor questions, please send an email to the Internship Coordinator, Steven Martel, at: mailto:steven.martel@bellevuecollege.edu.

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