Counselor (Mental Health Professional) - Counseling Services

JOB DESCRIPTION

This is a professional position responsible for counseling student clients. Responsible for providing individual and group counseling to students, crisis intervention, outreach programs, and consultation for faculty and staff. Serves on or chairs committees to coordinate alcohol and drug efforts. Reports to the Director of Counseling Services.

QUALIFICATIONS

Master’s degree in counseling, psychology, social work, or a related field or a comparable clinical program that leads to licensure for independent practice is required.

Two years of related experience is required. License through the Behavioral Health Executive Council of Texas to perform clinical counseling services is required. Candidates without current Texas license will be considered if license can be obtained prior to start date.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

1. Provides confidential individual and group counseling for mental health issues (including depression, eating disorders, trauma, anxiety, and substance issues) and developmental and educational concerns.
2. Responds to emergencies and engages in crisis intervention and risk management after normal working hours as necessary.
3. Maintains high professional and ethical standards in clinical practice.
4. Ensures confidentiality.
5. Maintains clinical records in electronic recordkeeping system.
6. Documents work activities in electronic recordkeeping system.
7. Participates in clinical staff meetings and presents current cases.
8. Schedules student clients.
9. Conducts therapy and educational groups.
10. Develops and provides counseling-related presentations and events.
11. Collaborates in adopting Counseling Services policies and procedures.
12. Works evenings, nights, and weekends as assigned.

NON-ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

1. Assists with testing services and orientation programs.
2. Schedules special events upon request.
3. Performs other related duties as assigned.

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

The individual must possess the following knowledge, skills, and abilities or be able to explain and demonstrate that the individual can perform the essential functions of the job, with or without reasonable accommodation.

1. Knowledge of, or the ability to learn, university policies and procedures.
2. Knowledge of professional standards, regulations, and ethics related to the area of responsibility.
3. Skill in clinical and crisis intervention.
4. Cultural knowledge of key populations served.
5. Knowledge of and skill in determining culturally appropriate approaches.
6. Skill in using computer applications including spreadsheet, database, and word processing software.
7. Ability to adapt to a variety of situations.
8. Ability to provide support needed for student development with a demonstrable concern for students.
9. Ability to communicate effectively in both oral and written form.
10. Ability to maintain effective interpersonal relationships.
11. Ability to learn office and university-specific software.
12. Ability to work evenings, nights, and weekends as necessary.
13. Ability to obtain and maintain license to perform clinical counseling services in the State of Texas.

SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS TO APPLICANT

Please submit the following required documents:

• Cover Letter
• Resume/CV
• Three professional references
• Two letters of recommendation

SPECIAL CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

Stephen F. Austin State University recognizes the potential for accidents in performing job-related tasks. SFA promotes a safe working environment. Employees will be responsible for completing assigned tasks safely and efficiently. Employee evaluations will include safe job performance.

This is a security-sensitive position subject to criminal record check.
This is an IT-sensitive position subject to Computer and Network Security policy.