Part Time

You must be a registered Antioch College student to be eligible for this position.

Academic Year round NOT including JA & ND Blocks

Position Summary:
The Counseling Services Assistant will provide administrative, creative, and project-based support to Antioch College Counseling Services. The Counseling Services department offers mental health counseling and coordinates wellness-focused programs for the Antioch College campus community, including prevention and education efforts, peer-led initiatives, informational workshops and collaborative programming.

This position supports projects such as campus-wide wellness events, promotion and outreach, department upkeep and design, and assistance with the ecotherapy gardening program. The position may also support a range of initiatives, including but not limited to community outreach efforts, identify grant opportunities, and promote student mental health advocacy.

Note: This position will not have access to confidential clinical information but will play a key role in enhancing wellness programming and engagement on campus.

Essential Responsibilities of the Position:
Projects may include, but are not limited to:

Assisting with advertising and marketing programs (flyers, posters, social media posts).
Light cleaning, design, and organization of the counseling department or program spaces.
Supporting the ecotherapy gardening program through tasks such as plant upkeep, outdoor tidying, and assisting the program facilitator.
Serve as a peer leader in the ecotherapy gardening group to help foster student engagement and build leadership skills..
Research potential grant opportunities and support the preparation of funding materials.
Engaging in outreach to community organizations and networking with wellness and mental health partners.
Clerical tasks such as data entry, organizing program materials, and drafting communications.
Coordinating with local and national organizations for guest speaker events and potential partnerships.
Supporting research and outreach for wellness programming.
Generating reports and assisting with special projects as assigned.

Qualifications:

Comfortable performing basic office tasks, including proficiency with computer applications such as Microsoft, Excel, Word, email, and social media platforms.
Ability to work with software systems and perform accurate data entry and database management tasks.
Demonstrated ability to manage time effectively and complete tasks accurately within established deadlines.
Self starter with strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects and work independently as well as collaboratively.
Interest in mental health, behavioral wellness, community outreach, and program coordination.
Basic graphic design or fly/poster creation skills are required.
Demonstrate excellent written and oral communication skills pertaining to interacting with campus community members and external organizations/partnerships.
Ability to engage positively in peer leadership roles particularly with wellness and gardening programs.

Learning Outcomes/Professional Development Opportunities

Develop Program Management Skills- Learn to coordinate/support various wellness initiatives from ecotherapy gardening to campus-wide mental health workshops, enhancing project planning and organizational abilities.
Event Planning & Promotion- Gain hands-on experience designing flyers and social media campaigns, booking speakers, and executing outreach strategies that boost student engagement.
Community Outreach & Networking- Build relationships with local, regional, and national mental health organizations, expanding professional networks and learning best practices in partnership development.
Grant research and Proposal Preparation- Research funding opportunities, contribute to grant application materials, and understanding of non-profit contributions.
Enhance Peer Leadership & Facilitation- Serve as a peer leader in the ecotherapy gardening group, build group process skills, active listening, and supportive facilitative techniques.
Enhance Visual Design and Environmental Aesthetic Skills– Contribute to creating a welcoming and wellness-centered atmosphere by assisting with program space decor. Gain hands-on experience in designing visual displays, organizing materials, and implementing decor that reflects targeted themes.
Professional Communication– Draft clear, professional correspondence for internal and external partners, refining written and verbal communication skills.

Required Physical Abilities:

Must possess the physical ability to perform routine office tasks including but not limited to:

Ability to sit for extended periods while performing office related tasks.
Capacity for light lifting no more than 50lbs and handling of materials.
Ability to move within and across a historic residential campus as needed.

Environmental Considerations:

Primarily works in an indoor office environment, seated or standing, utilizing standard equipment such as networked computers, telephones, copiers, and fax machines.
Office space is institutionally heated and cooled.
May assist with the gardening program through basic plant care, outdoor maintenance, and support of the program facilitator as needed.
Occasionally required to move around campus, both indoors and outdoors, navigating paved and uneven terrain while exposed to varying weather conditions.

Number of Positions Available (per term): 1

Work Schedule:
Hours per Week: 10
Must be willing to work some evenings and weekends, with typical hours between 8:00 AM and 8:00 PM. Flexibility within this timeframe is available. Additional hours can be provided per request/approval.

Term Position is Available:
Fall, Winter, Spring, Summer

Department:
Student Life, Counseling Services

Immediate Supervisor Name:
De’ja Bush, MA (she/her)
Assistant Director of Counseling Services
Office: (937) 319-0070
Email: dbush@antiochcollege.edu
Pennell House, 2nd floor, Room 21

Application Process:
To apply, send email to studentjobs@antiochcollege.edu with the following Application Material.
Include the position title in subject line.
In the body of the email answer the following questions:
What is your study/co-op sequence for the academic year?
What is your Class Schedule?
What hours are you available to work?
What year are you?
Have you worked on campus before?
Submit your resume detailing your work history and relevant experience as an attachment in Word or PDF format.

Antioch College is an equal opportunity employer; the College offers employment, advancement opportunities and benefits in a harassment-free environment on the basis of merit, qualifications and competency to all individuals without regard to race, color, religion, creed, age, sex, national origin, handicap, sexual orientation or covered veteran status. Candidates who can contribute to Antioch’s commitment to diversity and its evolving multilingual culture are encouraged to apply.