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Gavilan College

Part-Time General Counselor Pool

Gilroy, CA · On-site

$65.26 - $70.07/hr

Diego Espinoza, Dean of Counseling, Student Success and Equity at Distinguishing Characteristics THE POSITION: Are you interested in creating an exceptional educational environment for students who ...

Saint Mary's University

General Counsel

Winona, MN · On-site

$160K - $190K/yr

The General Counsel functions as a proactive, solutions-oriented leader who bridges the University's strategic goals and legal obligations, fostering a culture of informed, ethical decision-making ...

Saint Mary's University

General Counsel

Winona, MN · On-site

$160K - $190K/yr

The General Counsel functions as a proactive, solutions-oriented leader who bridges the University's strategic goals and legal obligations, fostering a culture of informed, ethical decision-making ...

Saint Mary's University

General Counsel

Minneapolis, MN · On-site

$160K - $190K/yr

The General Counsel functions as a proactive, solutions-oriented leader who bridges the University's strategic goals and legal obligations, fostering a culture of informed, ethical decision-making ...

Saint Mary's University

General Counsel

Winona, MN · On-site

$160K - $190K/yr

The General Counsel functions as a proactive, solutions-oriented leader who bridges the University's strategic goals and legal obligations, fostering a culture of informed, ethical decision-making ...

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How much do general counselor jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 3, 2026, the average yearly pay for general counselor in the United States is $57,188.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $44,500.00 and $68,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

How to become a general counselor?

To become a general counselor, typically one needs a bachelor's degree in psychology, social work, or a related field, followed by relevant experience or internships. Many positions also require state licensure or certification, such as a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC), which involves passing exams and completing supervised practice hours.

What does a general counselor do?

A general counselor provides guidance and support to individuals by assessing their needs, offering advice, and developing plans to address personal, educational, or career issues. They often work in settings such as schools, community organizations, or healthcare facilities, utilizing counseling techniques and maintaining confidentiality. Certification or licensure may be required depending on the specific field and location.
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Infographic showing various General Counselor job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 81% Full Time, 15% Part Time, 2% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 97% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 2% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $57,188 per year, or $27.5 per hour.

Part Time - General Counselor

Yuba Community College District

Woodland, CA • On-site

$1.5K/day

Full-time, Part-time

Re-posted 23 days ago

Job description

Posting Details
Position Information
Job Title
Part Time - General Counselor
Location
Woodland Community College - Woodland, CA
Job Description
BASIC FUNCTION:
Under the direction of the Dean of Student Services, provide general counseling services in support of the College's recruitment and retention efforts. The Counselor will provide personal, career and educational counseling to students. The Counselor will participate in orientation/counseling sessions, classroom presentations, workshops, assessment interpretation, outreach activities, evening assignments, and liaison duties with academic departments. The assignment includes curriculum development, development and assessment of student learning outcomes, professional activities, committee work, and utilizing intervention strategies in working with academically challenged students. In addition, assignment includes working with electronic processes such as Curricunet, Tracdat, Degree-Audit, etc., or similar systems. Assignments are within WCC service centers/campuses.
Essential Duties Summary
REQUIRED DUTIES:
Demonstrate sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability and ethnic backgrounds of community college students.
Required Qualifications
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:
The successful candidate, by the final filing date, must possess the minimum qualifications for instructors in Counseling as governed by the California Community Colleges Chancellor's Office: (All degrees and units used to satisfy minimum qualifications must be from accredited institutions.)
  • Master's in counseling, rehabilitation counseling, clinical psychology, counseling psychology, guidance counseling, educational counseling, social work, or career development, marriage and family therapy, or marriage, family and child counseling
  • Possess a California Community College life credential in the subject matter area of Counseling
  • OR the equivalent. Human Resources does not determine equivalency. Applicants who do not meet the minimum qualifications listed above and wish to request equivalency must submit a completed Equivalency Application YCCD's Equivalency Application Process
  • NOTE: A license as a Marriage and Family Therapist (MFT) is an alternative qualification for this discipline, pursuant to title 5, section 53410.1.)

Desired/Preferred Qualifications
Physical Demands
Range/Step
Class I - VII (Based on degree and teaching experience).
Salary Range
Steps 1: $1,558.22 - Step 10: $2,609.76 per unit.
Benefits Information
PART-TIME (less than .60 FTE): Part-time positions less than .60 FTE are not entitled to any District paid fringe benefits.
YCAFT Salary Schedule
2024-2027 YC AFT Contract
EEO Statement
Equal Employment Opportunity
The Yuba Community College District is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, Yuba Community College District will provide reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals. Applicants who require reasonable accommodation to participate in the selection process should contact Human Resources to make the necessary arrangements.
The Yuba Community College District is strongly committed to achieving staff diversity and the principles of equal employment opportunity. The District encourages a diverse pool of applicants and does not discriminate on the basis of national origin, religion, age, gender, gender identity, gender expression, race or ethnicity, color, medical condition, genetic information, ancestry, sexual orientation, marital status, physical or mental disability, pregnancy, or because he/she is perceived to have one or more of the foregoing characteristics, or based on association with a person or group with one or more of these actual or perceived characteristics or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law, in any of its policies, procedures or practices.
Board Policies
Commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion.
Commitment to Diversity
Posting Detail Information
Internal vs. External
External
Posting Number
AS037P
Open Date
Close Date
Review Start Date
Open Until Filled
Yes
Special Instructions to Applicants
Yuba Community College District maintains an ongoing recruitment for qualified candidates to fill part-time, temporary (adjunct) faculty positions. These positions are filled on an as-needed basis, depending on the instructional and student service needs of the colleges. Applicants may be contacted throughout the year as opportunities become available. The applicant pool remains open continuously and is refreshed every two years.
Important Instructions:
  • To apply for this position, interested candidates are required to complete an online application, including submission of a Resume, Letter of Interest, EEO/Diversity Statement and Unofficial Transcripts through the People Admin application portal.
  • FOREIGN TRANSCRIPTS: Include a U.S. evaluation and translation. Click HERE for a list of acceptable agencies providing foreign transcript services.
  • It is important to note that the District retains the right to extend time limits or initiate the recruitment/selection process anew at any stage.
  • Education Code §87408.6 states that no person shall be initially employed by a community college district in an academic or classified position unless the person has submitted to an examination within the past sixty (60) days to determine that he/she/they is free of active tuberculosis.
  • As a condition of employment, the position you are applying for will require that you provide fingerprints to the local police department. The fees charged by the Department of Justice (DOJ) and FBI for the fingerprint report is the employee's responsibility.
  • Fingerprint clearance must be received prior to the employee's first day on the job.

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