4 University Counseling Centers jobs in the United States

Description

Position Summary:

The Staff Therapist, Mental Health Navigator provides psychological services to assist the student body in attaining their educational, interpersonal, and academic goals. Psychological services include case management and care coordination; referral; managing insurance and referral databases; managing external referral relations; individual assessment and counseling; psycho-educational outreach programming and consultation to students, staff, faculty, administrators, and parents/families; supervision and training to graduate students in the mental health professions; and engage in maintenance of records.

Specific Job Duties & Tasks:

• Provides case management and referral services to clients.
• Provides care coordination support and bridging care to students with acute and complex mental health care concerns.
• Supervises, evaluates, and assists trainees in various content areas.
• Conducts workshops and outreach services designed to provide mental health education to students, staff, faculty, administrators, and parents/families.
• Develops cooperative working relationships with selected UI units including UI Health Care, UI Care Team, Student Health, UI Early Intervention Team (EIT), and Excelling @ Iowa program in Academic Support and Retention.
• Manages active and supportive relationships with external referrals including private practitioners, hospitals, insurance companies, and other critical constituencies as they are relevant.

For a detailed job description, please email Alaysia McAtee at

About University Counseling Service:

As part of the Division of Student Life, University Counseling Service provides support and mental health services to the University of Iowa campus community. UCS has an inter-disciplinary staff of psychologists, social workers, mental health counselors, graduate interns, practicum students, and administrative professionals. Our training and interest span a broad range of counseling approaches. Our mission is to provide compassionate psychological services, training, and outreach that fosters the mental health of students, nurtures student success, and contributes to a safe, welcoming, and respectful campus community.

About the Division of Student Life:

The Division of Student Life is comprised of staff that embrace new ideas and thoughts, works together to keep our students safe, and provides them with life-changing experiences. The Division of Student Life includes 15 departments that span from Recreation Services to the Office of Leadership, Service and Civic Engagement and everything in between. We believe in working together as one team to achieve our mission: fostering student success by creating and promoting educationally purposeful services and activities within and beyond the classroom.

Qualifications

Required Education and Licensure:

Master's degree in Social Work with clinical focus from a CSWE-Accredited program, or Master's degree in Counseling from a CACREP-Accredited Program.

Social Worker: Licensed as an LISW or LMSW in the State of Iowa by date of hire. Social Worker or Mental Health Counselor: Licensed as an LISW, LMSW or LMHC in the State of Iowa by date of hire. Possession of a valid State of Iowa license as a social worker or mental health counselor within 3 yrs. of hire. License must be maintained as a condition of continued employment.

Required Qualifications:

• Social Worker: Licensed as an LISW or LMSW in the State of Iowa by date of hire. Social Worker or Mental Health Counselor: Licensed as an LISW, LMSW or LMHC in the State of Iowa by date of hire. Possession of a valid State of Iowa license as a social worker or mental health counselor within 3 yrs. of hire. License must be maintained as a condition of continued employment.
• Extensive knowledge of evidence and theory based mental health case management, supportive referrals, crisis assessment, and intervention, and diagnostic and psychosocial assessment.
• Extensive proficiency in planning and delivering outreach programs and consultation services.
• Working knowledge of providing supervision to trainees.
• Extensive proficiency in the application of communication techniques and relationship building skills that develop the ability to work with a variety of individuals and groups in a constructive and collaborative manner.
• Extensive proficiency in collaborating and interacting with individuals and groups while valuing the unique contribution of individuals.
• Working proficiency with office support tools and electronic medical records software (e.g., word processing, email, presentation software and spreadsheets, electronic health records); preferably Microsoft Office and Titanium EHR.

Desirable Qualifications:

• Working proficiency in empirically validated treatment modalities.
• Working proficiency with serious and complex mental health concerns and with mental health crises.
• Knowledge and experience with infusing technology into the delivery of mental health services.
• Interest and/or experience in counseling center research.
• Knowledge of local mental health providers and systems.
• Experience with campus mental health.

Application Details:

In order to be considered, applicants must upload a resume and cover letter and mark them as a "Relevant File" to the submission.

Successful candidates will be required to self-disclose any conviction history and will be subject to a criminal background check and credential/education verification.

Job openings are posted for a minimum of 14 calendar days and may be removed from posting and filled any time after the original posting period has ended. Up to 5 professional references will be requested at a later step in the recruitment process. For questions or additional information, please contact Alaysia McAtee at

Joining the University of Iowa means becoming a vital part of the Hawkeye community, where your work directly impacts education, research, and student success.

Enjoy exceptional health coverage, university-paid life insurance, robust retirement plans, and generous leave policies. Benefit from 24/7 support services, well-being resources, and access to UI Health Care specialists. Grow professionally with advanced training, leadership development, and tuition assistance.

Iowa City offers a great quality of life with world-class performances at Hancher Auditorium, Big Ten athletics, top-ranked public schools, and outdoor recreation.

Join us in making a difference at a leading Big Ten university and premier public research institution

Responsibilities

Full Time Clinical Therapist - Schoolhouse Counseling Centers

JOB SUMMARY: We are seeking full time Clinical Therapists for our Schoolhouse Counseling Center locations. Our locations include the western, southwest, and far south suburbs of Chicago (Plainfield, Monee, Crete). The Clinical Therapist will: Complete initial intake assessments to new clients entering the program and provide preliminary diagnosis and treatment recommendations. Deliver individual, family, and group therapy sessions to children, adolescents and adults in the school-based clinic setting. Develop initial and updated therapy treatment plans to guide the client's clinical treatment with the practice. Develop and maintain a clinical caseload while working alongside administrative staff for scheduling. Maintain and submit appropriate documentation as well as billing submission under the standards of the outpatient services department. Engage in clinical consultation with other members of the treatment team as indicated. Ensure adherence with census requirements of the clinic. Assure compliance with applicable laws pertaining to psychiatric treatments. To provide a safe, secure, therapeutic and professional environment at all times.

Benefits for this position include:

• Challenging and rewarding work environment
• Competitive Compensation & Generous Paid Time Off
• Excellent Medical, Dental, Vision and Prescription Drug Plans
• 401(K) with company match and discounted stock plan
• SoFi Student Loan Refinancing Program
• Psychiatric Nurse Residency Transition-to-Practice Program (Could earn 20 CEUs)
• Career development opportunities within UHS and its 300+ Subsidiaries!

For information about the benefits we offer, please visit UHS Benefits Service Center .

Qualifications

JOB SPECIFICATIONS: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to demonstrate competency in the criteria listed in this job description. The specifications listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and ability to meet the minimum requirements for this position.
Education: M.A / M.S. in Clinical, Counseling, or School Psychology or MSW.
Experience: One year clinical experience within an inpatient/outpatient/school-based setting; the one year can be a training experience as well. One year experience conducting therapeutic services in Spanish strongly preferred.
Licensure/Certification: LPC/LSW or LCPC/LCSW in Illinois preferred.
Knowledge: Working knowledge of Hospital safety policy and procedures. Excellent communications skills. Must possess knowledge of general psychiatric principles, working concepts and theory, age specific growth and development, limit setting, as well as crisis and behavioral management.

Supervision Received: Clinical Supervisor within the department
Supervision Exercised: None
Line of Promotion: Full Time Clinical Therapist; Clinical Supervisor
Working Conditions. Exposure to psychiatric patients who may exhibit violent/aggressive behavior. Potential for exposure to communicable diseases, blood/body fluids and other hazardous waste. School building environment and/or virtual work as needed.
Physical Requirements: Ability to communicate verbally in clear concise manner. Push, pull and lift up to 40 pounds. Intermittent sitting, standing, walking, bending and stooping.
The physical requirements described here are representative of those which must be met by an employee to successfully perform the functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the primary functions.

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Position Title:
Counselor - University Health and Counseling

Job Category:
Academic Staff

Employment Type:
Regular

Job Profile:
Counselor

Job Duties:

This 0.9 FTE Counselor position at University Health & Counseling Services, with a reduced schedule during summer months, focuses on psychoeducation, outreach, assessment, and treatment to support the holistic mental health needs of all students. Responsibilities include providing clinical services, training, and consultation for students, faculty, and staff. Reporting to the Counseling Director, this generalist role promotes developmental, transitional, and preventive care. UHCS is an affirmative action organization.

Characteristic Duties and Responsibilities

Clinical Services and Student Support 65%

• Provide individual, couples, and group therapy to support students' mental health and well-being.
• Offer on-call crisis support during business hours for students in acute distress.
• Complete clinical documentation and reports in compliance with clinic policy, accreditation standards, and applicable ethical and legal standards.

Outreach, Consultation, and Education 10%

• Engage in psychoeducation and outreach initiatives each semester to promote mental health awareness.
• Provide consultation to faculty and staff on student mental health concerns and current issues.
• Actively participate in University committees and contribute to program development and evaluation.
• Promote an inclusive and welcoming environment, engaging with individuals from diverse backgrounds.
• Deliver culturally responsive care with a strong commitment to accessibility, belonging, and social justice.

Collaboration and Professional Standards 5%

• Collaborate in weekly case conferences and work within a multidisciplinary team.
• Uphold ethical standards as defined by the clinician's professional organization.
• Maintain licensure and certification requirements, including continuing education credits.
• Support safety protocols, including participation in training and drills.
• Fulfill additional responsibilities as assigned.

Supervision of Trainees 20%

• Lead weekly trainee group supervision meetings, providing oversight and mentorship in collaboration with other supervisory staff.
• Provide individual clinical supervision to trainees, based on relevant supervisory credentials

Supervision received:

Administrative supervision is received from the Counseling Director of UHCS.

Clinical consultation is collegial and shared.

Supervision exercised:

Clinical supervision is exercised with counseling trainees.

This description attempts to indicate the kinds and levels of responsibilities given this title and shall not be construed as defining all specific duties and responsibilities of the position. It is not intended to limit or modify the right of supervisors to assign, direct and control the work of their employees. Statements of employee duties are not intended to exclude other duties not mentioned that are of similar kind or level of responsibility.

Key Job Responsibilities:

• Provides counseling and/or information and referral services to faculty and staff

• Serves on multidisciplinary campus committees

• Provides individual and group counseling to students struggling with developmental and/or personal mental health issues and refers students to appropriate community resources

• Prepares presentations and outreach activities and facilitates student adjustment and success programs to promote a healthy campus

• Facilitates psycho-educational and process-oriented groups

Department:

University Health and Counseling Services

Compensation:

Well-qualified candidates can expect a starting annual salary within the range of $57,000 - $63,000 commensurate with the candidate's education, related experience, and qualifications.

UW System employees receive an excellent benefit package. To learn more about the UW System's comprehensive benefit package, review the UW System Employee Benefits Brochure.

Required Qualifications:

• Master's level (MSW, MFT, MS, MA) or doctoral level clinicians (Ph.D./Psy.D/Ed.D in Counseling/Clinical Psychology) are eligible to apply.
• Current independent WI license or equivalent within one year of hire is required.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Applicants with a Social Work license preferred.
• Applicants who possess specialization training are preferred (i.e., LGBTQIA+, Bipoc populations, AODA, Disordered Eating, Sexual Assault/Trauma Processing, experience in university counseling center).

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Ability to interact respectfully with people with diverse socioeconomic, cultural and ethnic backgrounds
• Willingness and ability to be an active participant in following applicable safety rules and regulations including necessary training and drills

How to Apply:

Only complete application packages will be considered. This includes online submission of the following documents:

• Cover Letter
• Resume
• Name and contact information for three professional references

Contact Information:

If you have questions regarding this recruitment or if you are unable to complete the application online due to a disability or system problem, please contact us at or

For questions regarding this position, please contact:

Karen Bruggeman

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To Ensure Consideration:

Applications received by September 3rd are ensured full consideration. Applications received after that date may be given consideration at the discretion of the search committee. The most qualified applicants will be invited to participate in the next step of the selection process.

CAMPUS INFORMATION:

UW-Whitewater is a thriving public university located in southeastern Wisconsin. It leads the way in providing world-class, affordable higher education programs to more students than neighboring regional comprehensives in the University of Wisconsin System. A collaborative team of 1,300 faculty and staff are devoted to the success of the university's 11,500 students at its main and Rock County campuses. The team provides high-impact practices and academic programs - online and in person - from associate to doctoral levels. Recognized nationally for affordability, inclusion, and career development, UWW serves approximately one-third first-generation students and boasts strength in many areas, especially business and education. The campus and community embrace the Warhawk Family spirit, supporting the university's arts and nationally recognized NCAA Division-III level championship athletics. As a proud institution of access, more than 10 percent of undergraduate students use the acclaimed Center for Students with Disabilities - a priority mission since the 1970s.

UW-Whitewater's campuses are located centrally near Milwaukee, Madison, and Chicago, offering easy access to the cultural and commercial opportunities of major metropolitan areas. Near both Lake Geneva and the Wisconsin Dells, the area attracts numerous visitors from across the country. Whitewater is a vibrant college community near the Kettle Moraine State Forest offering area residents seasonal outdoor enjoyment. The nearby Rock County campus is located in Janesville, a town of 60,000 located on the Rock River and known as Wisconsin's Park Place.

ORGANIZATION INFORMATION:

The University of Wisconsin-Whitewater is part of the 13-campus Universities of Wisconsin (

Wisconsin Statute 19.36(7)(b) provides that applicants may indicate in writing that their identity should be kept confidential. In response to a public records request, the University will not reveal the identities of applicants who request confidentiality in writing, except that the identity of the successful final candidate will be released. See Wisconsin Statute 19.36(7)(a).

Per Regent Policy Document 20-19, University of Wisconsin System Criminal Background Check Policy and Universities of Wisconsin Administrative Policy 1275 Recruitment Policies, UW-Whitewater requires criminal background checks as a contingency to employment. A criminal background check will be conducted prior to an offer of employment. All final candidates must be asked, prior to hire, whether they have been found to have engaged in, are currently under investigation for, or left employment during an active investigation in which they were accused of sexual violence or sexual harassment. When obtaining employment reference checks, these same sexual violence or sexual harassment questions must also be asked.

The University of Wisconsin-Whitewater requires that all employees be active participants in following applicable safety rules and regulations including necessary training and drills.

For UW-Whitewater Campus safety information and crime statistics/annual Security Report, see Annual Security and Fire Safety Report if you would like a paper copy of the report please contact the UW-Whitewater Police at .

CONDITIONS OF APPOINTMENT :

University of Wisconsin-Whitewater does not offer H-1B or other work authorization visa sponsorship for this position. Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of hire and maintain work authorization throughout the employment term. If you have questions regarding this, please contact Human Resources. UW-Whitewater is not an e-verify employer, therefore STEM extensions are not options for work authorization.

EEO STATEMENT:

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, disability, status as a protected veteran, or other bases as defined by federal regulations and UW System policies. We are committed to building a workforce that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills, and encourage all qualified individuals to apply.