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JOB DESCRIPTION AND POSITION REQUIREMENTS:

The Mental Health Counselor is responsible for the assessment and provision of clinical services; provides screening/triage services for University clients, individual psychotherapy, group psychotherapy, urgent evaluation and intervention, and outreach and/consultation services to those in need.

• Provide individual and group counseling to clients according to individualized treatment plans; complete triage and crisis appointments as needed

• Assess and provide case management services and attend to any referral clients

• Utilize an array of treatment approaches to meet individual or group needs (i.e. cognitive behavioral therapy, relaxation training, and motivational interviewing)

• Work within a collaborative team approach as a community mental health center across the University to participate in multidisciplinary team meetings, case consultation meetings, and case coordination meetings with clinical or medical staff

• Develop, plan, and deliver outreach activities pertaining to wellness initiatives

• Create and maintain accurate clinical records and documentation

• Provide appropriate disposition including on and off campus referrals and collaborate with psychiatric and health care providers as indicated

• Engage in ongoing professional development opportunities to maintain licensure and engage in community and campus outreach

• May provide clinical supervision to non-licensed trainees

Minimum Qualifications

• Master’s degree in psychology, counseling, or social work.

• 3+ years of experience.

• Licensed or license-eligible in Pennsylvania (LPC, LSW, LCSW).

• Experience counseling in a clinical setting.

• Evidence of cultural competency, advocacy, and commitment to serving diverse populations.

• Must possess excellent communication and interpersonal skills and the ability to work effectively and collaboratively.

• Ability to meet consistent attendance and demonstrate dependable work habits.

• Successfully complete clearances for Pennsylvania Child Abuse History, Pennsylvania State Police Criminal Background Check and FBI Criminal Background Check prior to hire.

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