Community College Counselor-Bedford Center

Title: Community College Counselor-Bedford Center

Agency: Central Virginia Community College

Location: Bedford (City) - 515

FLSA: Nonexempt

Hiring Range: $26.00 - $31.00 hourly

Full Time or Part Time: Part Time

Additional Detail

Job Description:

Central Virginia Community College is located in Lynchburg, Virginia, in view of the Blue Ridge Mountains. CVCC is a comprehensive two-year institution of higher education with an enrollment of approximately 5,000 students in occupational/technical programs and university-parallel/college transfer programs.

The Community College Counselor at the Bedford Center plays a pivotal role in supporting the academic success and personal development of students, with a particular focus on those enrolled in dual enrollment programs. This position involves close collaboration with faculty, staff, high school counselors, career coaches, and the college"s dual enrollment coordinator to provide comprehensive support services. The counselor is instrumental in facilitating student orientations, delivering the Student Success course, and assisting with recruitment and retention initiatives.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Ability to conduct sessions in person and virtually.
• Capable of occasional travel to partner high schools or community events.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and educational platforms such as Navigate and Canvas.
• Familiarity with virtual communication tools (e.g., Zoom, Microsoft Teams).
• Coursework in Counseling, Education, Psychology, or a related field.

Additional Considerations:

• Master's degree
• Familiarity with dual enrollment programs and community college environments