Apply for Job Job ID362295 LocationMorris Job FamilyHealth Care Full/Part TimeFull-Time Regular/TemporaryRegular Job Code9721SW Employee ClassAcad Prof and Admin Add to Favorite Jobs Email this Job About the Job The minimum compensation for this position is $63,000. This position is required to be in person on the University of Minnesota Morris campus in Morris, Minnesota. For newer graduates, clinical supervision will be offered. Morris Student Counseling supports students' mental health, self-awareness, skill building, and well being for success in college and in life. Student Counseling staff are key collaborators in creating a safe, caring, respectful and inclusive campus that cultivates student learning, health, well being, persistence, and success. The Counselor provides individual and group counseling, crisis response, consultation on mental health issues, and coordination of projects and programs that foster student health and well being. This is 100% time, 12 month annually renewable professional and administrative appointment (Mental Health Care Provider 1 9724M1). The position reports to the Senior Counselor. Responsibilities: 1. Provide culturally sensitive mental health care and resources for a diverse student population and help to operationalize Student Counseling developmental, clinical and preventative missions. The developmental mission - helping students enhance their personal growth. (Developmental interventions help students acclimate to and benefit from the academic environment...by encouraging positive and realistic self-appraisal, intellectual development, appropriate personal and occupational choices, the ability to relate meaningfully and mutually with others, and the capacity to engage effectively in a satisfying life.) The clinical mission - recognizing that some students experience significant mental health challenges (ranging from serious adjustment issues to more severe psychological disorders that require immediate professional attention including diagnosis, treatment, and crisis response.) The preventative mission - anticipating environmental conditions and development processes that may negatively influence student's well-being and initiating interventions that promote personal adjustment and growth. (From CAS Professional Standards for Higher Education, Standards and Guidelines: Counseling Services) 2. Provide individual and group counseling to students seeking assistance and skill building for greater emotional and mental health. 3. Assess and implement appropriate, evidenced based interventions based on the mental health needs of assigned students. Provide needed referrals and case management support. 4. Provide crisis intervention and counseling to students during and after office hours. 5. Provide consultation to students, faculty, and staff on a wide range of mental health issues. 6. Guide and support educational and preventative programs that advance student learning, growth, development, and success and create a campus environment that fosters student well being. 7. Maintain an understanding of UMM critical incident/crisis response protocols. Provide crisis response and support to students, faculty, staff and others during and after incidents. 8. Implement effective practices, protocols, and record keeping in compliance with HIPAA, FERPA, and other federal, state and university mandates, policies, and procedures. 9. Participate in professional organizations, conferences and workshops; stay abreast of current clinical practice, strategies and developments, emerging issues, and approaches to fostering college student health and well being. 10. Assist with Student Counseling data tracking, program assessment, evaluation and improvement. 11. Collaborate with the Student Affairs, student counseling staff, other individuals, offices, committees and programs both within and outside the university to implement a Student Counseling program that provides intentional student education and develo ment; partners with campus programs for seamless student services and experiences; builds community and fosters a healthy campus environment; supports the recruitment, success, persistence, and graduation of a talented student body; advances the mission and vision of the college, and moves Student Counseling to a position of leadership among US public liberal arts colleges. Essential knowledge, skills and abilities * A master's degree in counseling, counseling psychology, social work or related field with four years experience, including at least a year of direct college/community mental health counseling experience. * Demonstrated skill and ability to develop effective counseling relationships with clients; ability and willingness to provide group counseling as needed and requested by students; skill and willingness to provide crisis response to students as needed, both during and after office hours. * Ability to offer and support mental health projects and programming. * A demonstrated commitment to working effectively with people from diverse populations and the ability to support the development of a welcoming, inclusive campus community. Preferred knowledge, skills and abilities * Licensure as a Professional Counselor or other appropriate mental health professional. * Demonstrated knowledge of human growth and development issues unique to college student populations. * Experience working with American Indian communities, communities of color, LGBTQIA2S communities, people with disabilities, low-income families, first generation college students, and/or International students. Qualifications Essential knowledge, skills and abilities A master's degree in counseling, counseling psychology, social work or related field with four years experience, including at least a year of direct college/community mental health counseling experience. Demonstrated skill and ability to develop effective counseling relationships with clients; ability and willingness to provide group counseling as needed and requested by students; skill and willingness to provide crisis response to students as needed, both during and after office hours. Ability to offer and support mental health projects and programming. A demonstrated commitment to working effectively with people from diverse populations and the ability to support the development of a welcoming, inclusive campus community. Preferred knowledge, skills and abilities Licensure as a Professional Counselor or other appropriate mental health professional. Demonstrated knowledge of human growth and development issues unique to college student populations. Experience working with American Indian communities, communities of color, LGBTQIA2S communities, people with disabilities, low-income families, first generation college students, and/or International students. Benefits Working at the University At the University of Minnesota, you'll find a flexible work environment and supportive colleagues who are interested in lifelong learning. We prioritize work-life balance, allowing you to invest in the future of your career and in your life outside of work. The... 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