Title: Counselor or Licensed Counselor
Number of Positions: 1
Department: Student Affairs
Classification: 3m - on campus mobile
Counselor
Pay Rate: $55,430 - $68,890/per year. Pay will be determined based on related work experience above required. To be considered in determining pay, all related work experience must be listed on the application.
Licensed Counselor
Pay Rate: $60,780 - $75,840/per year. Pay will be determined based on related work experience above required. To be considered in determining pay, all related work experience must be listed on the application.
Required Documents Needed to Upload at Time of Application: Resume, transcripts and three professional references.
Reference check requirements: Three (3) professional references, two (2) of which should be former or current supervisors and (1) professional reference.
Personal references (friends, clergy, customers, relatives) are not considered acceptable references.
A professional reference such as a previous or current co-worker may be used as one of the references.
Position Summary: The overall purpose of this job is to provide direct services to students to include individual and group counseling, walk-in availability, and crisis intervention. Personal, academic, and career counseling for enrolled Pellissippi State students is provided. This position provides coordinated counseling services, programs, consultations, outreach, and activities for Pellissippi State students, faculty, and staff. The counselor will also contribute to campus-wide initiatives as a content area expert for mental health related topics and offer consultation services to faculty and staff for students of concerns while protecting the confidentiality of clients.
Essential Functions:
35% Counsel students with personal or academic issues individually or in groups.
25% Assist students with career decision-making, vocational goal-setting, and career and life planning.
15% Plan, develop and implement workshops and seminars, and other outreach on campus as requested.
5% Provide support for academic advising and retention programs
5% Provide short-term crisis intervention and referrals.
5% Provide consultation and support for staff, faculty, and academic programs.
5% Maintain information exchange with community agencies.
5% Perform counseling-related administrative duties. Other duties as assigned to fulfill the strategic priorities and mission of the College.
Job Requirements:
Counselor:
Formal Training: Master's degree from an accredited institution in Counseling, Counseling Psychology, Mental Health, Social Work or a related area. License eligibility is required. Candidate must be able to attain licensure within 4 years of employment to stay employed.
Years of Experience: Two years of experience in higher education, working with adults, and/or working with students in a higher education setting.
Licensed Counselor:
Formal Training: Master's degree from an accredited institution in Counseling, Mental Health, or Social Work; or a closely related field. Licensure to practice Psychology, Counseling, or Clinical Social Work. Licensure requires additional hours of practice, formal clinical supervision, passing exams, and continuing education.
Years of Experience: Two years post-master's experience (required for licensure) to include two years of experience in higher education, working with adults, and/or working with students in a higher education setting.
Part-time work experience is calculated at 50% credit of full-time work experience.
Skills and Abilities:
Number of Positions: 1
Department: Student Affairs
Classification: 3m - on campus mobile
Counselor
Pay Rate: $55,430 - $68,890/per year. Pay will be determined based on related work experience above required. To be considered in determining pay, all related work experience must be listed on the application.
Licensed Counselor
Pay Rate: $60,780 - $75,840/per year. Pay will be determined based on related work experience above required. To be considered in determining pay, all related work experience must be listed on the application.
Required Documents Needed to Upload at Time of Application: Resume, transcripts and three professional references.
Reference check requirements: Three (3) professional references, two (2) of which should be former or current supervisors and (1) professional reference.
Personal references (friends, clergy, customers, relatives) are not considered acceptable references.
A professional reference such as a previous or current co-worker may be used as one of the references.
Position Summary: The overall purpose of this job is to provide direct services to students to include individual and group counseling, walk-in availability, and crisis intervention. Personal, academic, and career counseling for enrolled Pellissippi State students is provided. This position provides coordinated counseling services, programs, consultations, outreach, and activities for Pellissippi State students, faculty, and staff. The counselor will also contribute to campus-wide initiatives as a content area expert for mental health related topics and offer consultation services to faculty and staff for students of concerns while protecting the confidentiality of clients.
Essential Functions:
35% Counsel students with personal or academic issues individually or in groups.
25% Assist students with career decision-making, vocational goal-setting, and career and life planning.
15% Plan, develop and implement workshops and seminars, and other outreach on campus as requested.
5% Provide support for academic advising and retention programs
5% Provide short-term crisis intervention and referrals.
5% Provide consultation and support for staff, faculty, and academic programs.
5% Maintain information exchange with community agencies.
5% Perform counseling-related administrative duties. Other duties as assigned to fulfill the strategic priorities and mission of the College.
Job Requirements:
Counselor:
Formal Training: Master's degree from an accredited institution in Counseling, Counseling Psychology, Mental Health, Social Work or a related area. License eligibility is required. Candidate must be able to attain licensure within 4 years of employment to stay employed.
Years of Experience: Two years of experience in higher education, working with adults, and/or working with students in a higher education setting.
Licensed Counselor:
Formal Training: Master's degree from an accredited institution in Counseling, Mental Health, or Social Work; or a closely related field. Licensure to practice Psychology, Counseling, or Clinical Social Work. Licensure requires additional hours of practice, formal clinical supervision, passing exams, and continuing education.
Years of Experience: Two years post-master's experience (required for licensure) to include two years of experience in higher education, working with adults, and/or working with students in a higher education setting.
Part-time work experience is calculated at 50% credit of full-time work experience.
Skills and Abilities:
- Demonstrated ability to multi-task and work independently
- Demonstrated ability to analyze and solve problems
- Excellent communication, presentation, and organization skills
- Able to provide faculty and staff support (in-person and virtually)
- Able to interact and provide information with individuals and groups from different background and perspectives