"Licensed Counselor/School Counselor"

Licensed Counselor/School Counselor

This therapist will split time between two primary responsibilities:

College Counseling at Berry College Counseling Center (approx. 30 hours)

Provide individual psychotherapy to undergraduate and graduate students. The counselor will conduct intake assessments, develop treatment plans, provide ongoing therapy, and collaborate with campus partners as appropriate. The counselor will provide crisis intervention during the business day through same-day, walk-in sessions, as well as in an after-hours on-call rotation. Participation in weekly case consultation meetings and monthly staffing meetings is required. The therapist will maintain timely and accurate documentation in the electronic health record system in accordance with professional and institutional standards.

School-Based Mental Health at Berry College Elementary and Middle School (approx. 10 hours)

Provide classroom-based psychoeducation and social-emotional programming. The therapist will design and deliver engaging presentations, activities, and creative projects that help students understand emotions, build healthy coping skills, strengthen social skills, and increase mental health literacy. The therapist will collaborate with school staff regarding individual student support needs.

This role requires flexibility, strong clinical judgment, and comfort working with a wide developmental range from children through young adults.

This is a 10-month position, aligned with the academic calendar. This position reports to the Senior Director of Counseling.

Requirements:

Required:

• Master's degree in Counseling, Social Work, Psychology, or a related mental health field
• Fully licensed in the state of Georgia (e.g., LPC, LCSW, LMFT, Psychologist)
• Experience providing psychotherapy
• Ability to work effectively with children, adolescents, and young adults

Preferred:

• Experience in school-based settings
• Experience providing classroom-based psychoeducation or group programming
• Familiarity with trauma-informed care and developmentally appropriate interventions

Additional Information:

ABOUT BERRY COLLEGE

Berry is a selective independent college of 2,200 students located adjacent to Rome, GA, midway between Atlanta, GA, and Chattanooga, TN. Berry's educational approach deliberately unites challenging academic programs with practical work experience in a residential campus community that encourages faith and emphasizes caring for the needs of others above self. Our mission and values are grounded in the ethic that our founder instilled more than a century ago:

We educate the head, heart, and hands - to inspire leaders of integrity who cultivate thriving communities.

Combining academic exploration with meaningful work responsibilities in a residential setting, our approach emphasizes firsthand experiences and mentoring. We invest in the personal growth and professional preparation of talented students from varied backgrounds, with an enduring commitment to help those hindered by financial need. Guided by Christian principles, we value the dignity of individuals, the search for truth tempered with grace, and the well-being of our neighbors.

Nationally recognized for quality of learning and quality of life, Berry offers first-rate undergraduate degree programs in the sciences, humanities, arts, and human sciences, as well as undergraduate and master's level opportunities in business, physician associate studies, and teacher education. The College's stunning 27,000-acre campus affords opportunities that cannot be duplicated elsewhere. Berry's ongoing commitment is to provide exceptional educational experiences to talented students from a wide range of social, racial, and economic backgrounds.

COLLEGE COMMITMENTS

Berry College is committed to recruiting and supporting a diverse faculty and staff. An Equal Opportunity Institution, Berry complies with all applicable laws and provisions prohibiting discrimination in its educational and employment policies. Berry respects the essential dignity of all individuals and accordingly hires and promotes employees without regard to matters of personal identity such as race, ethnicity, religion, gender, sexual orientation, and political affiliation. Berry College is committed to ensuring facilities, programs, services, and activities are accessible to everyone, including those seeking employment at Berry College. Inquiries about interviews or workplace accommodations are welcomed and can be directed to employment@berry.edu or (706) 233-4062.

Application Instructions:

Interested applicants should submit a cover letter, resume, and contact information for professional references through the Berry College employment portal.

Berry College is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering a supportive and inclusive community.