Description

　　A.T. Still University's Student Affairs Office is seeking a Mental Health Wellness Counselor for the Kirksville, MO campus. The position reports to the Director of Behavioral Health and Wellness. The purpose of the Mental Health Wellness Counselor is to provide individual and group counseling for ATSU residential students and significant life partners, counseling resources for off-campus ATSU students during clinical rotations, stress management, university Drug/Alcohol policies to students, academic support, collaborate with the Still-Well student wellness program and mental health wellness programming, and advocating for student mental wellness.

　　General Job Purpose/Function

　　Provide individual and group counseling for ATSU residential students and significant life partners.

　　Provide local and national counseling resources for off-campus ATSU students during their clinical rotations.

　　Provide stress management or stress-reducing activities for students.

　　Provide information of the university's Drug/Alcohol policy to students and refer students to a qualified Substance Abuse Counselor.

　　Develop programming in compliance with the Drug and Alcohol Misuse Prevention Program (DAMPP) as required under federal law.

　　Promote mental health and wellness programs, activities, and resources.

　　Collaborate with the Still-Well student wellness program to develop mental health wellness programming. •

　　Promote counseling services.

　　Refer academically at-risk students to the Learning Specialists for academic support.

　　Maintain complete and accurate confidential counseling records and protect students' privacy as afforded by counseling confidentiality standards.

　　Advocate for student mental wellness.

　　Major Job Duties

　　Provide mental health support/counseling to residential, on-campus/in-state, ATSU students/partners.

　　Provide mental health support/counseling to residential, on-campus/in-state ATSU students who are referred and/or mandated for academic or behavioral issues (i.e. promotion's board, at-risk committee, CARE team, dean's office, student affairs, etc.)

　　All ATSU BHWC will be trained as master trainers for the Mental Health First Aid program and be responsible for training students and ATSU employees.

　　Refers students with substance abuse issues to treatment programs.

　　Provide information on obtaining community emergency mental health services.

　　Facilitate mental health Wellness Programs for the student body.

　　Provide mental health referral information to all ATSU students via print, in-person seminars, and electronic formats.

　　Assist students with reducing test anxiety and refer students to the Learning Specialists as needed.

　　Provide mental health referrals to local professionals as deemed necessary.

　　Provide regular metric reports on student use of services and programs.

　　Collaborate with the other Behavioral Health Wellness Counselors to mutually plan, assess, and implement goals, projects, resources and support programs.

　　Assist off-campus/out-of-state students with resources for mental health providers in their clinical training sites.

　　Guarantee 100% confidentiality of student counseling (exception where dictated by law or during threat of safety).

　　Maintain complete and accurate confidential clinical counseling records.

　　Participate on department/University committees as assigned.

　　Ensure students are aware of counseling services via a variety of interactions, publications, etc.

　　Attend student-sponsored events as possible to promote visibility.

　　In collaboration with VP/AVP-SA and/or Director of Behavioral Health and Wellness, assist dismissed or withdrawn students in the exit process.

　　NOTE: The University employs BHWCs (on Kirksville, MO Campus and Mesa, AZ campus). Each counselor is assigned a specific duty by the Director of Behavioral Health & Wellness. These duties include, but are not limited to:

　　Responsible for developing, updating, and presenting presentations that meet compliance with the Drug and Alcohol Misuse Program (DAMPP) required by federal law.

　　Responsible for developing, updating, and presenting presentations that meet compliance with federal Title IX requirements for prevention of sexual violence.

　　Job Responsibilities

　　Programs or ServicesClinical mental health counseling/therapy, including individual, group, and consultation.

　　Outreach: on-going outreach to students on emotional wellness topics through events, bulletin boards, etc.

　　Group counseling/programs/discussions on topics relative to student life as necessary based on student interest and need

　　Provide programming on mental wellness for the student Still-Well program

　　As a salaried employee, may work beyond 40 hrs./week, including evenings and weekends (as needed).

　　Independently licensed behavioral health provider in Arizona (required). California, license-eligible and/or willing to work towards licensure (preferred): LCSW, LPC, LMFT, PsyD/PhD

　　Participate in approved professional development opportunities.

　　Education/Training

　　Master's degree in Counseling, Clinical Social Work, or equivalent acceptable.

　　License or License eligible in Arizona (required) and California (license eligible/or willing to work towards licensure, preferred).

　　Clinical mental health knowledge and skills covering a full range of mental health issues such as anxiety, depression, PTSD, eating disorders, sexual/domestic violence, relationships, survivors, and LGBTQIA Community.

　　Demonstrated experience in Higher Education Student Affairs/Services (preferably in counseling, advising, mentoring, wellness).

　　Experienced in presenting psycho-educational information to groups of students/professionals (preferably in healthcare).

　　Experience or willingness to be trained in tele-mental health counseling.

　　Demonstrated experience/certification in evidence-based modalities.

　　Support wellness programming to include multi-dimensional perspective of wellness.

　　Experience Requirements

　　2+ years’ experience with adult populations, including individual and couples counseling.

　　Skilled communicator who is able to deliver clear, concise presentations and reports.

　　Lifelong learner.

　　Marketing and promotion of events and services.

　　Skill Requirements

　　A passion for growing, developing and empowering students on wellness initiatives.

　　Counseling/therapeutic knowledge and skills.

　　Exceptional interpersonal skills and the ability to lead and motivate others.

　　The ability to build and sustain effective collaboration with university and community partners.

　　An ability to quickly assess and problem-solve in complex situations through effective listening, consultation, data analysis and critical thinking skills.

　　Strong assessment and analytical skills and a track record of implementing.

　　Leadership and organization skills to be able to work on various multidisciplinary teams/committees.

　　Ability to represent the university in an ambassadorial position.

　　Personal Characteristics

　　Compassion, innovative team worker that engages well with others, understanding of osteopathic philosophies and ability to integrate this into efforts, ability to work with a variety of religious and cultural backgrounds and gender identities.

　　Exceptional interpersonal communication/listening skills.

　　Other Information

　　Position based on the ATSU Kirksville, Missouri campus. Service students on all campuses as appropriate.

　　Travel expected.

　　ATSU offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision coverages, among more. If eligible, employee-elected benefits would begin the first of the month following hire date. For more information, please visit: atsu.edu/employment/benefits .

　　Qualifications

　　Skills

　　Required

　　Listening: Intermediate

　　Communication: Intermediate

　　Interpersonal: Intermediate

　　Engagement: Intermediate

　　Teamwork: Intermediate

　　Compassion: Intermediate

　　Leadership: Intermediate

　　Organizing: Intermediate

　　Counseling: Intermediate

　　Behaviors

　　Required

　　Leader: Inspires teammates to follow themEducation

　　Required

　　Masters or better in Counseling PsychologyIn demonstrating mutual respect for all members of the ATSU community, ATSU is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO). Meeting this mission requires serving together in mutual respect of one another’s functions and each person’s importance as an individual.