Counselor (Part-time)

Susquehanna University • Selinsgrove, PA

18h • Onsite

About The Position

The Counselor provides clinical, emergency, consultation, and outreach services to the Susquehanna University community. The counselor possesses clinical expertise in at least one of the following areas: mood and anxiety disorders, experience or expertise in working with people of color in therapy, or men’s issues. The Counseling Center staff functions in a cooperative and collaborative environment, and the Counselor contributes to this both internally and within the larger university. Consistent with our commitment to provide a safe, welcoming, and supportive environment for all people who walk through our door, the counselor provides culturally appropriate services to all students. This position is defined as a part-time, non-benefits eligible, non-exempt position under FLSA regulations.

Requirements

• A master’s degree in psychology, counseling, or social work is required.
• Appropriate licensure or license-eligible in Pennsylvania required.
• For social workers: LSW required, LCSW preferred; for counselors: LPC required, NBCC certification preferred; for psychologist: license eligibility required, already licensed preferred.
• Two years of clinical experience required, with experience working with adult populations.
• Knowledge of English language including meaning and spelling of words, rules of composition and grammar.
• Skilled at written and verbal communication.
• Ability to use an EMR system (Titanium) and HIPPA compliant Zoom features.
• Knowledge and familiarity with Microsoft Word and PowerPoint.

Nice To Haves

• Experience working within a college or university counseling center preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide individual and group clinical services to students, primarily but not exclusively brief individual therapy, to address personal, interpersonal and developmental concerns.
• Consult with psychiatrist, medical providers, and other mental health professionals as appropriate.
• Participate in emergency services, including day-time emergencies and evening and week-end on-call.
• Consult with students, parents, faculty and staff regarding mental health and developmental needs of students as needed and appropriate.
• Maintain relevant paperwork and documentation.
• Participate in outreach, particularly in areas of expertise, including collaborating with Student Affairs staff and/or faculty.
• Provide clinical supervision and/or other training/learning support for pre-master’s students.
• As assigned, represents the Counseling Center and/or Susquehanna University at on-campus events, including summer events for in-coming or prospective students, and off-campus meetings of appropriate professional organizations.
• Contributes to the overall success of the Counseling Center and the University by performing other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Mid Level