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Job Title:
Professional Counselor
Location:
Albany State Rec. Location
Regular/Temporary:
Regular
Full/Part Time:
Full-Time
Job ID:
291119
About Us
Albany State University is a fully accredited senior unit of the University System of Georgia. Employees receive benefits provided by the University System of Georgia, including, but not limited to, medical and major medical insurance, group life insurance, participation in the Georgia Teachers' Retirement System, Optional Retirement Plan (Faculty and exempt employees only), Social Security and Tuition Assistance Program after six months of employment.
Location
Our West Campus is located at 2400 Gillionville Road, Albany, GA 31707. Our East Campus is located at 504 College Drive, Albany, GA 31705. The Human Resources office for both campuses is located on the West Campus in Building K, Suite 111.
Job Summary
The Professional Counselor demonstrates commitment to the University's mission and diverse student population by assisting students in reaching optimal wellness through direct clinical and targeted preventative services. Provides individual, couples, and group counseling to enrolled ASU students experiencing personal adjustment, vocational, financial, spiritual, physical, social, intellectual, emotional, and/or psychological issues. Provides consultation and preventative, educational outreach programming to the campus community. Provides on-call crisis coverage in rotation with clinical staff and assessment/triage as needed. Utilizes a student-centered approach in clinical services, outreach, and programming that promotes positive mental health, wellness, student success, and a healthy campus climate.
Sponsorship is not available for this position.
Responsibilities
Conduct client intake interviews and on-going sessions. Provide direct clinical services including individual, couples, and structured group counseling/therapy using Evidence-Based Practices (EBPs) to a diverse range of enrolled students. Review medical records, psychological evaluations, and/or educational plans as needed. Provide on-call crisis coverage in rotation with other clinical staff. Provide crisis intervention services including threat assessments/triage for students who may present with suicidal or homicidal IPI and navigate the continuum of care as needed. Provide links with other campus departments and community partners for student referrals and consultation as appropriate within ethical guidelines. Collaborate with campus stakeholders and build community partnerships. Plan, design, and implement educational outreach programming and professional training to the Albany State University community on various topics surrounding mental health and wellness. Maintain compliance with Department policies and procedures. Provide consultations to faculty and staff working with students who have academic, behavioral, emotional, and/or psychological challenges. Participate in professional development through self-directed professional reading, webinars, workshops, conferences, seminars, and/or training as required by the Director of Counseling and Student Accessibility Services and/or Vice President of Student Affairs. Participate in student/parent sessions and resource fairs during New Student Orientation (NSO). Obtain Continuing Education Units (CEUs) as required by state licensing and regulatory boards. Perform additional duties as assigned by Director or Vice President of Student Affairs to support the goals and mission of the Department, Division, and University.
Required Qualifications
A Master's degree in a mental health discipline (I.e., counseling, social work, marriage & family therapy, vocational/rehabilitation counseling, clinical/counseling psychology) or a related field is required.
One (1) year of job-related work experience.
Supervised experience which may include graduate internship and/or practicum.
Licensed as a LPC, LCSW, LMFT or Licensed Psychologist in the state of Georgia or be license eligible and obtain License within six (6) months of start date.
Preferred Qualifications
Full, unrestricted license as an LPC, LCSW or LMFT in the state of Georgia preferred.
Two (2) to three (3) years or more work experience highly desirable.
Previous Experience Working With College Students Preferred.
Experience working in higher education in a university counseling center is highly desirable.
Proposed Salary
Salary is commensurate with education and experience.
Required Documents to Attach
Cover letter.
Resume.
A list of at least 3 professional references with their contact information.
Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities
Knowledge of theory, practice, trends, and issues related to student development and mental health.
Knowledge of social, developmental, and psychological issues/challenges faced by students in higher education.
Knowledge of ethical, legal, and professional standards.
Knowledge of crisis intervention techniques.
Effective clinical and therapeutic skills (I.e., assessment, planning, treatment, crisis intervention, and response management).
Excellent oral, written, and active listening communication skills.
Strong professional, leadership and interpersonal skills that promote a positive team environment.
Organizational, detail-oriented, multitasking, and time management skills.
Analytical, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills.
Proficiency with computers and computer applications, including Microsoft Office Suite and electronic mail (email).
Proficiency with various office equipment (I.e., telephones, copy/scan/fax machines, calculators, etc.)
Proficiency in providing telehealth services.
Ability to manage a caseload of individual, couples, and group therapy clients.
Ability to establish and maintain a strong therapeutic alliance with clients.
Ability to utilize and interpret a wide range of assessment instruments.
Ability to develop appropriate treatment plans/interventions.
Ability to document clinical interactions using Electronic Medical Record (EMR) system.
Ability to provide clinical assessments of students who are a danger to self or others and to make treatment decisions based on assessments.
Ability to remain calm and diplomatic in the face of stressful situations.
Ability to maintain confidential and secure sensitive information.
Ability to work well independently and collaboratively.
Ability to plan, design, and implement preventative outreach programming surrounding mental health and wellness to campus and community stakeholders.
Ability to manage the fast-paced environment of meeting the mental health, wellness, and programming needs of the students and campus community.
Ability to empathize and understand the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, and ethnic backgrounds of students.
Contact Information
For more information or questions about a job posting, please contact the Office of Human Recourses at (229) 500-2026, or by email at hrasu@asurams.edu. For technical support, please call OneUSG Connect Support at (877) 251.2644, or by email at sscsupport@ssc.usg.edu.
USG Core Values
The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 26 institutions of higher education and learning as well as the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section8/C224/#p8.2.18_personnel_conduct.
Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section6/C2653.
Institutional Values
Excellence
We achieve outcomes of the highest quality, hold ourselves accountable to the highest standard and are committed to continuous improvement in University programs and services.
Respect
We are directed by tenets of ethics, treating other with courteous regard, and being civil in our interactions.
Community
We strive to build community and value a good mindset.
Teamwork
We seek partnerships within the University and community. We practice a supportive spirit that results in the implementation of plans, actions and shared results.
Learning
We cultivate a practice of global pedagogies in a learning environment.
Conditions of Employment
All selected candidates are required to successfully pass a Background Check review prior to starting with Albany State University.
Certain positions may also require the selected candidate to submit to or have:
a credit check completed for "Positions of Trust" and/or approved departmental purchase card usage a motor vehicle report for positions that require driving an Albany State University vehicle a successful pre-employment drug test
Equal Employment Opportunity
Albany State University is an equal employment, equal access, and equal educational opportunity and affirmative action institution. It is the policy our institution to recruit, hire, train, promote and educate persons without regard to race, color, national or ethnical origin, age, disability, gender, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity or veteran status as required by applicable state and federal laws (including Title VI, Title VII, Title IX, Sections 503, and 504, AREA, ADA, E.O. 11246, and Rev. Proc. 75-50). Albany State University is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Institution. For questions or more detailed information regarding this policy please contact the Albany State University Office of Human Resources at (229) 500-2026. Individuals requiring disability related accommodations for participation in any event or to obtain print materials in an alternative format, please contact the Disability Resource Center at 229-500-3442. Seniority level
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Professional Counselor
Location:
Albany State Rec. Location
Regular/Temporary:
Regular
Full/Part Time:
Full-Time
Job ID:
291119
About Us
Albany State University is a fully accredited senior unit of the University System of Georgia. Employees receive benefits provided by the University System of Georgia, including, but not limited to, medical and major medical insurance, group life insurance, participation in the Georgia Teachers' Retirement System, Optional Retirement Plan (Faculty and exempt employees only), Social Security and Tuition Assistance Program after six months of employment.
Location
Our West Campus is located at 2400 Gillionville Road, Albany, GA 31707. Our East Campus is located at 504 College Drive, Albany, GA 31705. The Human Resources office for both campuses is located on the West Campus in Building K, Suite 111.
Job Summary
The Professional Counselor demonstrates commitment to the University's mission and diverse student population by assisting students in reaching optimal wellness through direct clinical and targeted preventative services. Provides individual, couples, and group counseling to enrolled ASU students experiencing personal adjustment, vocational, financial, spiritual, physical, social, intellectual, emotional, and/or psychological issues. Provides consultation and preventative, educational outreach programming to the campus community. Provides on-call crisis coverage in rotation with clinical staff and assessment/triage as needed. Utilizes a student-centered approach in clinical services, outreach, and programming that promotes positive mental health, wellness, student success, and a healthy campus climate.
Sponsorship is not available for this position.
Responsibilities
Conduct client intake interviews and on-going sessions. Provide direct clinical services including individual, couples, and structured group counseling/therapy using Evidence-Based Practices (EBPs) to a diverse range of enrolled students. Review medical records, psychological evaluations, and/or educational plans as needed. Provide on-call crisis coverage in rotation with other clinical staff. Provide crisis intervention services including threat assessments/triage for students who may present with suicidal or homicidal IPI and navigate the continuum of care as needed. Provide links with other campus departments and community partners for student referrals and consultation as appropriate within ethical guidelines. Collaborate with campus stakeholders and build community partnerships. Plan, design, and implement educational outreach programming and professional training to the Albany State University community on various topics surrounding mental health and wellness. Maintain compliance with Department policies and procedures. Provide consultations to faculty and staff working with students who have academic, behavioral, emotional, and/or psychological challenges. Participate in professional development through self-directed professional reading, webinars, workshops, conferences, seminars, and/or training as required by the Director of Counseling and Student Accessibility Services and/or Vice President of Student Affairs. Participate in student/parent sessions and resource fairs during New Student Orientation (NSO). Obtain Continuing Education Units (CEUs) as required by state licensing and regulatory boards. Perform additional duties as assigned by Director or Vice President of Student Affairs to support the goals and mission of the Department, Division, and University.
Required Qualifications
A Master's degree in a mental health discipline (I.e., counseling, social work, marriage & family therapy, vocational/rehabilitation counseling, clinical/counseling psychology) or a related field is required.
One (1) year of job-related work experience.
Supervised experience which may include graduate internship and/or practicum.
Licensed as a LPC, LCSW, LMFT or Licensed Psychologist in the state of Georgia or be license eligible and obtain License within six (6) months of start date.
Preferred Qualifications
Full, unrestricted license as an LPC, LCSW or LMFT in the state of Georgia preferred.
Two (2) to three (3) years or more work experience highly desirable.
Previous Experience Working With College Students Preferred.
Experience working in higher education in a university counseling center is highly desirable.
Proposed Salary
Salary is commensurate with education and experience.
Required Documents to Attach
Cover letter.
Resume.
A list of at least 3 professional references with their contact information.
Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities
Knowledge of theory, practice, trends, and issues related to student development and mental health.
Knowledge of social, developmental, and psychological issues/challenges faced by students in higher education.
Knowledge of ethical, legal, and professional standards.
Knowledge of crisis intervention techniques.
Effective clinical and therapeutic skills (I.e., assessment, planning, treatment, crisis intervention, and response management).
Excellent oral, written, and active listening communication skills.
Strong professional, leadership and interpersonal skills that promote a positive team environment.
Organizational, detail-oriented, multitasking, and time management skills.
Analytical, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills.
Proficiency with computers and computer applications, including Microsoft Office Suite and electronic mail (email).
Proficiency with various office equipment (I.e., telephones, copy/scan/fax machines, calculators, etc.)
Proficiency in providing telehealth services.
Ability to manage a caseload of individual, couples, and group therapy clients.
Ability to establish and maintain a strong therapeutic alliance with clients.
Ability to utilize and interpret a wide range of assessment instruments.
Ability to develop appropriate treatment plans/interventions.
Ability to document clinical interactions using Electronic Medical Record (EMR) system.
Ability to provide clinical assessments of students who are a danger to self or others and to make treatment decisions based on assessments.
Ability to remain calm and diplomatic in the face of stressful situations.
Ability to maintain confidential and secure sensitive information.
Ability to work well independently and collaboratively.
Ability to plan, design, and implement preventative outreach programming surrounding mental health and wellness to campus and community stakeholders.
Ability to manage the fast-paced environment of meeting the mental health, wellness, and programming needs of the students and campus community.
Ability to empathize and understand the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, and ethnic backgrounds of students.
Contact Information
For more information or questions about a job posting, please contact the Office of Human Recourses at (229) 500-2026, or by email at hrasu@asurams.edu. For technical support, please call OneUSG Connect Support at (877) 251.2644, or by email at sscsupport@ssc.usg.edu.
USG Core Values
The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 26 institutions of higher education and learning as well as the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section8/C224/#p8.2.18_personnel_conduct.
Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section6/C2653.
Institutional Values
Excellence
We achieve outcomes of the highest quality, hold ourselves accountable to the highest standard and are committed to continuous improvement in University programs and services.
Respect
We are directed by tenets of ethics, treating other with courteous regard, and being civil in our interactions.
Community
We strive to build community and value a good mindset.
Teamwork
We seek partnerships within the University and community. We practice a supportive spirit that results in the implementation of plans, actions and shared results.
Learning
We cultivate a practice of global pedagogies in a learning environment.
Conditions of Employment
All selected candidates are required to successfully pass a Background Check review prior to starting with Albany State University.
Certain positions may also require the selected candidate to submit to or have:
a credit check completed for "Positions of Trust" and/or approved departmental purchase card usage a motor vehicle report for positions that require driving an Albany State University vehicle a successful pre-employment drug test
Equal Employment Opportunity
Albany State University is an equal employment, equal access, and equal educational opportunity and affirmative action institution. It is the policy our institution to recruit, hire, train, promote and educate persons without regard to race, color, national or ethnical origin, age, disability, gender, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity or veteran status as required by applicable state and federal laws (including Title VI, Title VII, Title IX, Sections 503, and 504, AREA, ADA, E.O. 11246, and Rev. Proc. 75-50). Albany State University is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Institution. For questions or more detailed information regarding this policy please contact the Albany State University Office of Human Resources at (229) 500-2026. Individuals requiring disability related accommodations for participation in any event or to obtain print materials in an alternative format, please contact the Disability Resource Center at 229-500-3442. Seniority level
Seniority level Entry level Employment type
Employment type Full-time Job function
Job function Other Industries Online Audio and Video Media Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Inside Higher Ed by 2x Get notified about new Professional Counselor jobs in
Albany, GA . Hybrid/Remote - Licensed Professional Counselor
Licensed Therapist for Online Counseling
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