Department of Counseling & Athletics Graduate Assistant
EXPIRED
Posted Date: Jul 19, 2024
Expired Date: Jul 25, 2024QUALIFICATION
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Salary Expectation
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Years of Experience
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Work Type
Part-time
ABOUT PROGRAM
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About Us
Located in the fastest-growing region of the state, the University of North Georgia is a multi-campus university with an enrollment of nearly 20,000 students, making it one of the largest institutions in the University System of Georgia. UNG is focused on a mission of educational excellence, leadership development and community engagement opportunities that develop students into leaders for a diverse and global society. Through a variety of educational pathways that provide access and range from certificates and associate degrees to a professional doctoral program, UNG is responsive to regional education and economic development needs. Federally designated as a senior military college, one of the university's signature leadership programs is its 800-member Corps of Cadets on UNG's Dahlonega Campus.
Job Summary
The University of North Georgia is currently accepting applications for a Department of Counseling & Athletics Graduate Assistant on the Dahlonega campus. This position will assist with the holistic mental health along with academic support to UNG student-athletes.
Responsibilities
- Provide mental health screening for student-athletes.
- Conduct appropriate mental health referrals and consult with clinical staff as required.
- Provide developmental academic advisement to student-athletes.
- Assist with academic counseling.
- Provide wellness and mental health education to student-athletes.
- Other duties as assigned by the Counseling Department Head.
- Participate in weekly supervision and engage in training and development as required.
About Us
Located in the fastest-growing region of the state, the University of North Georgia is a multi-campus university with an enrollment of nearly 20,000 students, making it one of the largest institutions in the University System of Georgia. UNG is focused on a mission of educational excellence, leadership development and community engagement opportunities that develop students into leaders for a diverse and global society. Through a variety of educational pathways that provide access and range from certificates and associate degrees to a professional doctoral program, UNG is responsive to regional education and economic development needs. Federally designated as a senior military college, one of the university's signature leadership programs is its 800-member Corps of Cadets on UNG's Dahlonega Campus.
Job Summary
The University of North Georgia is currently accepting applications for a Department of Counseling & Athletics Graduate Assistant on the Dahlonega campus. This position will assist with the holistic mental health along with academic support to UNG student-athletes.
Responsibilities
- Provide mental health screening for student-athletes.
- Conduct appropriate mental health referrals and consult with clinical staff as required.
- Provide developmental academic advisement to student-athletes.
- Assist with academic counseling.
- Provide wellness and mental health education to student-athletes.
- Other duties as assigned by the Counseling Department Head.
- Participate in weekly supervision and engage in training and development as required.
Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities
- Good oral and written communication skills.
- Experience with assessments is a plus.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree required.
- Currently enrolled in the Master of Science in Counseling program and have completed the first year of coursework including COUN 6100 and COUN 6110.
- Must be enrolled in a minimum of six (6) credit house in the MS of Counseling program by start date.
- Willing to obtain CPR/First Aid/AED certification required.
Required Documents to Attach
- Resume
- Cover Letter
- Unofficial Transcript
- Contact information for three professional references.
USG Core Values
The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 26 institutions of higher education and learning as well as the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect.These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards.More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found on-line athttps://www.usg.edu/policymanual/sect....
Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found on-line athttps://www.usg.edu/policymanual/sect....
Institutional Values
The University of North Georgia, a regional multi-campus institution and premier senior military college, provides a culture of academic excellence in a student-focused environment that includes quality education, service, research, and creativity. This is accomplished through broad access to comprehensive academic and co-curricular programs that develop students into leaders for a diverse and global society. The University of North Georgia is a University System of Georgia leadership institution and is The Military College of Georgia. More details on the UNG Mission, Values, Vision, and Culture can be found at https://ung.edu/about/mission-vision-values.php
Conditions of Employment
Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a background investigation including a criminal background check demonstrating your eligibility for employment with the University of North Georgia, as determined by University of North Georgia in its sole discretion, confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in your application materials and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. Applicants may be subject to a pre-employment drug test.
Equal Employment Opportunity
The University of North Georgia, a unit of the University System of Georgia, is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, sex or national origin, age, disability, religion, genetics or veteran status. Georgia is an open records state. Also, UNG is a federal contractor and desires priority referrals of protected veterans.
Other Information
- This role is considered a position of trust.
- _ Please note: the University of North Georgia career board updates daily, positions are subject to be removed without prior notice or before the posting expires. _
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