The per diem counselor primarily provides direct psychological/mental health care to students. Occasionally the per diem counselor coordinates training and educational services for students, offers consultations and training to staff and faculty and is involved with health, wellness, and preventive initiatives on campus during the academic year. As a part of the Student Experience Department and a member of the Wellness Team, this position plays a vital role in the enhancement of students’ educational experience in the areas of health and wellness. This is a per diem position that is administratively and clinically responsible through the Lead Counselor. This is an academic year position, approximately 20 hours per week.
Qualification and Experience Requirements
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Current, in-depth knowledge of his/her/their field and its standards of practice.
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Commitment to the practice of quality mental health services, including a commitment to promoting respect and appreciation for diverse populations along with human value in that practice.
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Special interest in a University setting; prior experience is preferred.
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Awareness of the human developmental processes which occur during college years (undergraduate and graduate).
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Ability to work with other professional staff and support staff to produce integrated professional services.
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Ability to use peer supervision appropriately and modify treatment interventions and interpersonal strategies based on feedback from peers.
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Excellent written and verbal communication, organizational skills and an ability to provide outreach and training to groups of people.
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Ability to work independently when necessary, including crisis response, and self-direct in order to develop and administer programming.
EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE
Education: Minimum of Master’s Degree in Counseling, Counseling Psychology, Marriage and Family Therapy, Psychology, or Social Work or related field (e.g. LCSW, LCPC, LMFT, Psychologist) with current full (not conditional) Maine licensure or ability to obtain full Maine licensure before start,
Experience:
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Minimum two years counseling experience, Experience in a college or university counseling center setting preferred.
Knowledge, Skills and/or Abilities:
- Familiarity with adolescent and adult mental health care preferred.
HUSSON UNIVERSITY IS AN EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
**Exact compensation may vary based on skills, experience, and location.**
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