Senior Counselor

Location: Syracuse, NY Category: Administrative and Professional Staff Job Type: Full-time Posted On: Wed Oct 28 2026 Job Description:

Campus Title: Senior Counselor

Budget Title: Senior Counselor

Unit: UUP

Professional Rank and Salary Range: SL-4 $67,375

Duration: 12 Month Calendar Year

Brief Description of Duties:

The Syracuse Educational Opportunity Center (SEOC) is looking for a full-time Senior Counselor to provide counseling, case management, crisis support and referral services to our adult learners. Many of our students are dealing with issues such as housing, food, childcare, transportation or mental health that make it harder to stay in school. The Senior Counselor helps students work through these barriers so they can complete their programs and move on to college or employment.

SEOC is part of the State University of New York (SUNY) and serves adults and out-of-school youth age 16 and older. We offer high school equivalency (HSE) preparation, college preparation, workforce training and career services.

• This Position is located in Syracuse NY

Primary Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

Counseling and Case Management

• Provide case management, short-term individual and group counseling, and advisement to students facing economic, housing, childcare, mental health or other barriers.

• Handle the Center's more complex and difficult cases.

• Complete intake and needs assessments and develop individual service, education and career plans with faculty and Student Services staff.

• Provide crisis intervention, risk assessment and mental health screening, and refer students to medical, mental health, community and social service providers as needed.

• Connect students with resources for food, housing, childcare, transportation and other needs.

• Monitor at-risk students and work with instructors on early intervention to improve retention and completion.

• Complete progress reports and keep accurate, confidential records in each student's file (Banner).

• Assist with student conduct matters according to the EOC Student Handbook.

• Provide follow-up support to former students as they move into college or employment.

Workshops and Outreach

• Consult with faculty and staff about students of concern.

• Plan and lead workshops for students and staff on topics such as stress management, study skills and wellness.

• Take part in orientations, open houses, information sessions and other recruitment and retention activities.

Intern Supervision

• Supervise graduate interns placed at SEOC, including Syracuse University School of Social Work interns, through weekly supervision, learning agreements and evaluations.

• Serve as Syracuse University field instructor if eligible, and act as backup contact for the Center's internship agreements.

• Assign and oversee intern caseloads.

Disability Accommodations

• Serve as the Center's contact for student accommodation requests under the ADA and Section 504.

• Review documentation and coordinate academic and testing accommodations with instructors.

• Keep accommodation records confidential and separate from other student files.

Other

• Help develop Student Services procedures and provide information for required reports.

• Serve on committees and attend trainings as appropriate.

• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Job Requirements:

Minimum Qualifications:

• Master's degree in social work, mental health counseling, counseling, psychology or a closely related field from an accredited program.

• New York State license as an LMSW, LCSW, LMHC or Licensed Psychologist, or eligibility to obtain licensure within 6 months of hire.

• Two years of professional experience in counseling, case management, crisis intervention or related student support work.

• Strong record-keeping and organizational skills and the ability to maintain confidentiality.

• Ability to work well with faculty, staff and community partners.

• Availability for occasional evening or weekend events.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working with people from diverse backgrounds and underserved communities is strongly preferred.

• Master of Social Work (MSW) from a CSWE-accredited program with a current NYS LMSW or LCSW license.

• Eligibility to serve as a Syracuse University School of Social Work field instructor.

• Experience supervising interns or other staff.

• Experience in adult education, Educational Opportunity Programs, community colleges or workforce development.

• Experience with risk assessment and crisis intervention.

• Knowledge of ADA, Section 504 and Title IX.

• Experience leading workshops or group programs.

• Experience with electronic student records (Banner a plus).

• Bilingual or multilingual ability.

Additional Information:

SUNY Morrisville is committed to creating a vibrant community enriched by diverse perspectives, talents and experiences, and prohibits discrimination in employment based on gender, race, ethnicity, nationality, physical capability, age, creed, sexual identity, veteran status, and economic means. We encourage applications from candidates who share this commitment and will contribute to the diversity of our college community. AA/EEO/ADA

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