University Counselor/Counselor-in-Residence

University Counselor/Counselor-in-Residence

Company:
Winston-Salem State University

Job Location:
Winston-Salem, 27110

Category:
Counseling and Psychological Services

Type:
Full-Time

Appointment Length: 10

Primary Purpose of the Position:
This counseling position is a 10-month appointment. Applicants should have at least one year of experience working in a college counseling center or a community mental health setting.

The Counselor will:

• Provide psychosocial education experiences to enhance students' mental well-being.
• Lead departmental outreach initiatives.
• Offer individual, couples, and group therapy.
• Deliver consultation and psychoeducational programming.
• Provide crisis intervention counseling.
• Maintain accurate documentation of services.
• Respond to after-hours emergencies.
• Accept referrals from faculty and staff.
• Utilize telehealth counseling technology and counseling apps.
• Consult with faculty and staff as needed.
• Organize and conduct outreach activities on topics such as substance abuse, test anxiety, severe mental illness, and stress management.

Additional Requirements:

• Ability to work evenings and occasional weekends.
• On-campus living is required; housing is provided as part of the position.

Preferred Years Experience,Skills, Training , Education:

• Excellent written communication skills
• Creative problem-solving abilities
• Ability to manage multiple priorities
• Demonstrated proficiency at public speaking and presentations
• High degree of discretion and commitment to maintaining confidentiality

Special Instructions Summary:
Our agency supports second-chance employment for individuals who were previously incarcerated, or Justice-involved. We invite all potential applicants to apply for positions for Which they may be qualified.

Please Note:

• A criminal background check will be conducted on the candidate finalist prior to the offer of employment.
• If no applicants apply who meet the required competency and T&E requirements, then management may consider other applicants.
• Salary will be determined based on competencies, equity, budget, and market considerations.
• Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completing an electronic application. The application must be completed in full detail (including work history) for your qualifications to be considered.
• Failure to complete the application completely may result in you not being considered for the vacant position.
• Your application for the position will not be completed until you receive an online confirmation number at the end of the process of applying for a position.
• If you have general questions about the application process, you may contact Human Resources at OHR@wssu.edu. Individuals with disabilities requiring disability-related accommodation in the application and interview process, please call 336-750-2834.