Author: okelley1

Volunteer and Part-Time Opportunities – Minds Matter Chicago

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Minds Matter Chicago is looking to engage with more students or alums from the Counseling Program at DePaul, as they think their perspective and expertise are a great match with their mission and focus on college access. They are currently looking for support in a couple of different ways:
(1) Program Director: This is a volunteer position, with a responsibility to co-leading a class of mentors and high school students through a set curriculum, which varies for the sophomore, junior, or senior classes. This is a great way to meet other adult volunteers and play a huge role in the success of the students in our program.
(2) Program Coordinator: This is a part-time, paid position, and its scope includes being present at our Saturday sessions (10am-4pm) and being actively involved in student recruitment and onboarding. This would be $20/hour and 20 hours/month.

Job Opportunity – BGF Children’s Therapy

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Please see below for a message from Nicole Cissell, Clinical Director at BGF Children’s Therapy, regarding available positions:

Hello!

I am the Clinical Director at BGF Children’s Therapy. We provide in-home and center-based behavior therapy for children diagnosed with Autism. I am reaching out because we are searching for individuals to work one on one with the children we serve during this summer and into Fall 2024. Ideal candidates are working on their Bachelor’s or Master’s in a related field and have some experience with children. We train our staff in behavior analytic principles and the skills necessary to work with children diagnosed with Autism. We have hired students from DePaul in the past and have been very happy with their work and dedication. Hourly rates range from $20-$25, depending on experience.

If you know of any students who might be interested, please provide them with my contact information. Students can email (nicole@bgftherapy.com) or call (312-806-7937).

ISAC CCE Registration and Summer FAFSA Help

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Below is information on timely resources and events from the Illinois Student Assistance Commission:

Register for CCE Conference – Before heading off for the Independence Day holiday, be sure to register now to attend the 2024 College Changes Everything® (CCE) conference. Please take advantage of this valuable professional development opportunity as the annual event provides a day of important conversations to explore how we can tackle shared challenges in new and different ways. The conference fosters an ecosystem with multiple sectors coming together as a community of concerned stakeholders to learn and work together to support college access and success and career readiness for student success.  We invite you to take advantage of this opportunity to be part of this community of change makers. More information about the conference is available on the conference website. Please share this e-mail with your colleagues and others in your network so they can register, too.

Virtual Meetings with ISACorps Members for FAFSA Completion – If you know of any recent high school graduates who are in need of assistance with completing their FAFSA or Alternative Application for Illinois Financial Aid, they can now book a virtual one-on-one meeting with an ISACorps member using the Teams Bookings page. They can book a virtual meeting up to 7 days in advance, and there’s an option to meet with a Spanish-speaking ISACorps member. Although the target audience is recent high school graduates, ISAC welcomes anyone needing assistance. Thank you for spreading the word.

Helping Illinois reach its Goal 2025: to increase the proportion
of adults in Illinois with high-quality college degrees and
postsecondary credentials to 60% by the year 2025

Save the Date! Oct 19th 2nd Year Professional Practice Orientation for CMHC

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Attention First Year CMHC Counseling Students!

There will be a mandatory, in-person 2nd Year Professional Practice Orientation on Saturday, October 19th from 10:00 am – 12:30 pm. This is mandatory for all CMHC students completing Practicum and Internship in 2025-2026.  This meeting will take place in person on Lincoln Park Campus (location TBD). We will be discussing all things related to Practicum and Internship that you will encounter during your Professional Practice in 2025 – 2026. Look for additional future communications on CSL News and via email and please plan accordingly.

Please reach out to Jay Lesenko if you will not be completing Practicum and Internship in 2025 – 2026 so they can update their records, and reach out to Jay Lesenko or Dr. Hamm if you have any questions.

Save the Date! Oct 26th 2nd Year Professional Practice Orientation for School Counseling

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Attention First Year School Counseling Students!

There will be a mandatory, in-person 2nd Year Professional Practice Orientation on Saturday, October 26th from 10:00 am – 12:30 pm. This is mandatory for all school counseling students completing Practicum in Spring of 2025, which would be school counseling students who started the program in Fall 2023. This meeting will take place in person on Lincoln Park Campus (location TBD). We will be discussing all things related to Practicum and Internship that you will encounter during your Professional Practice experience. Look for additional future communications on CSL News and via email and please plan accordingly.

Please reach out to Jay Lesenko if you will not be completing Practicum and Internship in 2025 – 2026 so they can update their records, and reach out to Jay Lesenko or Dr. Hamm if you have any questions.

Volunteers Opportunity – PALS Programs

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The PALS Program is looking for 10 male peer volunteers for their summer camp program in Chicago. Volunteers can earn 100 hours of community service (great for a resume builder or internship hours), it is free to join for the week, and you will walk away having an incredible experience complete with off campus excursions!

The Chicago Program is set to take place at Elmhurst University from July 21-27. They would be able to support any travel costs for male students who are interested.

HERE is the link to the application!

PS: HERE is some PALS magic from last year to help the future peers understand more about our programs!

Save the Date! Oct 26th 2nd Year Professional Practice Orientation for School Counseling

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Attention First Year School Counseling Students!

There will be a mandatory, in-person 2nd Year Professional Practice Orientation on Saturday, October 26th from 10:00 am – 12:30 pm. This is mandatory for all school counseling students completing Practicum in Spring of 2025, which would be school counseling students who started the program in Fall 2023. This meeting will take place in person on Lincoln Park Campus (location TBD). We will be discussing all things related to Practicum and Internship that you will encounter during your Professional Practice experience. Look for additional future communications on CSL News and via email and please plan accordingly.

Please reach out to Jay Lesenko if you will not be completing Practicum and Internship in 2025 – 2026 so they can update their records, and reach out to Jay Lesenko or Dr. Hamm if you have any questions.

Save the Date! Oct 19th 2nd Year Professional Practice Orientation for CMHC

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Attention First Year CMHC Counseling Students!

There will be a mandatory, in-person 2nd Year Professional Practice Orientation on Saturday, October 19th from 10:00 am – 12:30 pm. This is mandatory for all CMHC students completing Practicum and Internship in 2025-2026.  This meeting will take place in person on Lincoln Park Campus (location TBD). We will be discussing all things related to Practicum and Internship that you will encounter during your Professional Practice in 2025 – 2026. Look for additional future communications on CSL News and via email and please plan accordingly.

Please reach out to Jay Lesenko if you will not be completing Practicum and Internship in 2025 – 2026 so they can update their records, and reach out to Jay Lesenko or Dr. Hamm if you have any questions.

Call for Proposals! 76th Annual ICA Conference

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76th Annual ICA Conference Program Proposals

 “Recovery, Rest, Rejoice: Exploring the Progress and Future of the Counseling Field”

Conference Dates: November 7-9,  2024
Conference Location: Doubletree Hilton – Lisle, IL

  • Proposals are due by end of day, May 31, 2024.  All submissions will be transmitted to the review committee on June 1, 2024.
  • They are accepting proposals in the 60 and 90 minute formats.
  • All presenters are required to register (at a reduced rate) for the conference, by September 30, 2024.
  • Poster presentations will be on either Friday or Saturday, so poster presenters should select the day they want to display their poster.
  • The Pre-Conference will be held this year on Thursday, November 7, 2024 and proposals need to be co-sponsored by an ICA division.

Submit Proposals Here!