Mental Health Counselor LW7634

Stetson University•Gulfport, FL

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About The Position

Stetson University College of Law is seeking a full-time, 12-month Mental Health Counselor licensed to practice independently in Florida as an LMHC, LMFT, or LCSW. The counselor will provide on-site mental health counseling to graduate law students at the College of Law in Gulfport, Florida, and virtual counseling support to undergraduate students at the DeLand campus. The position is part of a two-clinician team in Gulfport and is connected to a larger DeLand team of four full-time clinicians and interns-in-training, offering opportunities for clinical consultation and support. The counselor reports directly to the Director of Student Counseling Services in DeLand and the Assistant Dean of Student Affairs in Gulfport. The role provides clinical counseling and psychotherapy, assessment, crisis intervention, consultation, and related student support services. It also includes coordinating training for College of Law support staff, collaborating with university departments, supporting institutional policies and procedures, and serving on the College of Law’s Student Support and Emergency Team. Most work takes place in the office during regular weekdays, although some evening and weekend workshops or outreach may be necessary. The position may be subject to on-call duties, including recall during emergencies or natural disasters. The work involves communicating and using a computer and standard office productivity equipment. It includes sedentary work and periods of moving around an office and campus; occasional lifting of up to 20 pounds may be necessary. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions.

Requirements

Master’s degree in counseling or a closely related field.
Current Florida license to practice independently as an LMHC, LMFT, or LCSW, with documentation of licensure.
At least one year of experience working on a college campus.
Ability to work in a fast-paced office as a positive team player.
Ability to work effectively with a diverse undergraduate and graduate student body, faculty, and staff across two campuses.
Ability to maintain professionalism and discretion with sensitive or confidential information.
Strong oral and written communication skills.
Ability to work independently, manage time well, and prioritize cases to maximize productivity.
Computer skills, including Microsoft Office applications such as Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
Proficiency with computer programs such as Titanium, Microsoft Outlook and Word, and Teams.
Experience with best practices in providing mental health services.
Support the University’s Mission and Values.
Ability to operate a computer and standard office productivity equipment and communicate effectively.
Ability to perform sedentary work, move around an office and campus, and occasionally lift up to 20 pounds.
Availability for some evening and weekend workshops or outreach, as well as on-call duties when needed.

Nice To Haves

Experience working with graduate or professional students.

Responsibilities

Provide individual and group clinical and counseling services and/or psychotherapy, assessment, crisis intervention, and on-call services to law students.
Provide individual part-time virtual counseling services to undergraduate students at the DeLand campus.
Coordinate training for support staff at the College of Law.
Provide consultation to student groups, faculty, and staff within the university.
Use electronic programs and other tools, including internet services, Titanium Schedule, CCAPS Assessments, and Microsoft Outlook, to support Student Counseling Services.
Collaborate with other university and division departments in supporting student mental health services.
Support and implement university and departmental policies and procedures.
Serve on the College of Law’s Student Support and Emergency Team.
Perform other assigned functions that contribute to counseling services and the institution’s academic mission.
Be available for on-call status as needed, including recall in emergencies or natural disasters.
Perform other duties as assigned.