Beyond Graduate School: Landing A Job In A College Counseling Center

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1 Beyond Graduate School: Landing A Job In A College Counseling Center Presented By: Megan Tajlili, M.Ed., LPCA, NCC Natalie Haskins, M.S., LPCA, NCC North Carolina State University Counseling Center S

2 About Us Megan Tajlili, LPCA, NCC o Counselor, NC State University Counseling Center o Ph.D. Candidate at NC State University in Counseling and Counselor Education o M.Ed. from Virginia Commonwealth University in Counselor Education: College Counseling and Student Development o B.A. in English and Music from University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill

3 About Us Natalie Haskins, LPCA, NCC o Post-Master Fellow, NC State University o M.S. Counselor Education from East Carolina University in Higher Ed and Community & Agency Counseling o Substance Abuse Counseling Certificate - ECU o B.A. Studio Art from University of North Carolina - Greensboro - Photography and Design

4 What s Important 1. Risk and Crisis Management 2. Multicultural Understanding and Experience 3. Diversity of Skills and Interests 4. Outreach! 5. University Experience 6. Theoretical Orientation 7. Case Conceptualization 8. Ability to work within a team

5 Tips For Success During Grad School: Choose clinical experience sites that fit your career goals Take advantage of opportunities to expand your resume, knowledge, and skills

6 Differentiate Yourself What experiences or skills do you have that are unique to you? Ex: previous work experience, other degrees, areas of interest, special populations.

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8 Make Your Job Search Documents Stand Out: Resumes Resume Headers: Education Certifications & Licensure Counseling & Higher Education Experience Leadership Experience Teaching Experience Publications and Conference Presentations Professional Affiliations

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11 Make Your Job Search Documents Stand Out: Cover Letters 3 Paragraph Format: Paragraph 1: Who, What, Where,When, Why? Why is your thesis statement at the end of the first paragraph - WHY you would be a good fit for the job. List 3 reasons. Paragraph 2: Expand upon the 3 reasons you listed in the first paragraph. 2-3 sentences each in which you PROVE your skills!

12 Make Your Job Search Documents Stand Out: Cover Letters Para 3: Wrap up - thank you for your time, will call in 2 weeks to see if my interest match your position, etc. Best, Sincerely, Thank you Attach REAL signature image

13 Make Your Job Search Documents Stand Out: References

14 The Interviewing Process Prepare multiple case examples (formal and anecdotal) Be mindful of who your audience is that you are presenting for Leave time for questions and process, do not overpack presentations Personal style and personality, show them who it is they would be working with as a co-worker Anticipate a panel of interviewers and a presentation

15 How To Prepare Dress professionally and with what makes you feel good Get there early; know where you are going Have copies of your resume/cover letter and any additional documents on hand Practice questions and presentations Do your research on the university/college and come with questions prepared

16 Brief Case Conceptualization 19-year-old, female, Asian American sophomore in Biology presents for counseling. She reports that she has been struggling with motivation and feeling like she doesn t care anymore about school. Reports that in the past month, she has struggled to maintain high performance in her classes and is unsure of her major. Reports that she has difficulty falling asleep due to being worried that she s forgotten to take care of something on her to-do list. Reports that she has had several experiences this semester where she felt dizzy and lightheaded during class and felt the need to leave the room. She reports that she feels tearful when she thinks about everything going on and sometimes wishes she could just run away and be a nobody. Reports that she is an only child and a first generation college student. Her parents immigrated from Hong Kong, and have hopes of her being a doctor. Student reports she hasn t considered any other options because she didn t have a choice.

17 Preparing Case Conceptualizations Usually 30 minutes with 30 minutes for questions They want to hear about YOU as a clinician. The client is a vehicle through which you present your theoretical orientation, treatment goals, interventions, & successes. Include multicultural and legal/ethical considerations. Prep PowerPoint, Prezi, Google slides, etc. Tie treatment goals and interventions to your theoretical orientation.

18 Where to Hear about Jobs o o o o o o o o PICC:Positions in Counseling Centers The Chronicle of Higher Education HigherEdJobs.com Indeed.com ACCA Listserv AUCCCD Alumni Listservs Campus Postings

19 Self Care Keep in mind that university jobs are competitive, it may take some time. Adjust expectations accordingly. Keep up with gaining new knowledge but get back in touch with personal hobbies. Volunteer in the mean time - adds to your resume and experience. Enjoy your free time! Relax and rejuvenate as much as possible.

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