A Career Counselor works with adults of all ages to plan career choices and access the education and training needed to support a career. Gives skills assessment and aptitude tests to clients. Provides job search assistance or training for general workplace skills. Provides referrals for workplace literacy, academic or job training programs, or direct job referrals.
Part-Time (10-20 hours per week during Fall and Spring semester)
Location:
Fairfax, VA Workplace Type:
On Site Required Sponsorship Eligibility:
Not eligible for visa sponsorship
Salary:
$23/
Hour Criminal Background Check:
Yes About the
Department:
The Mason Autism Support Initiative (MASI) and the Executive Functioning Program (EFP) are fee-based programs offered through Disability Services, providing support beyond standard disability accommodations. MASI and EFP offer individualized academic support to degree-seeking George Mason University students with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) and/or disabilities related to executive functioning skills. About the
Position:
The Learning Strategist (MASI) and the Learning Coach (EFP) provide one-on-one sessions with students on a consistent and reoccurring basis. This position requires approximately 10 to 20 hours per week during the fall and spring semester only.
Responsibilities:
Implementation of strategies and skill development in areas such as self-advocacy, time management, organization, planning, studying, goal-setting, problem-solving, self-monitoring, and decision-making; Guidance and modeling effective communication with faculty, peers, and classmates; Collaborative identification and support for addressing and managing challenging situations; Assistance in accessing and utilizing campus resources; Support with coordination, collaboration and engagement between students and university resources (e.g.: faculty, staff, departments); Preparation and support for transition to post-graduation and job placement; On-going administrative work (e.g.: weekly logs, time sheets, student check-ins); and Attending staff meetings, professional development, bi-weekly supervision meetings.
Required Qualifications:
Understanding of disabilities, particularly related to ASD and Executive Functioning; Knowledge in Special Education, Counseling, Psychology, Social Work, Educational Psychology, or a related field, including practical experience working with individuals with disabilities; Experience working with individuals with disabilities; Ability to organize and coordinate with on-campus resources; and Effective written and verbal communication skills.
Preferred Qualifications:
Experience working with young adults with disabilities, specifically related to ASD and/or Executive Functioning disabilities; and Experience working in higher education. Instructions to
Applicants:
For full consideration, applicants must apply for Learning Strategist/Learning Coach - Disability Services at https://jobs.gmu.edu/. Complete and submit the online application to include three professional references with contact information, and provide a Cover Letter/Letter of Intent with Resume for review.
Posting Open Date:
May 7, 2026 For Full Consideration, Apply by: August 2, 2026
