Student Services Specialist (Mental Health and Wellness Counselor) (0097713T)

University of Hawaii•Honolulu, HI

About The Position

Under the direction of the Director of Mental Health Care Services / Counseling, serves as a Licensed mental health professional functioning as therapist / counselor for UHM student-athletes. Collaborates with a multi-disciplinary team responsible for maintaining the mental health and wellness of student-athletes. Responsible for triaging referrals and coordinating cases with other members of the healthcare delivery team. Integrates sports psychology principles to support student-athletes through athletic-specific challenges, providing targeted interventions for injury rehabilitation, performance anxiety, stress management, and life transitions into or out of collegiate sports. Independently conducts psychosocial assessments and provides psychosocial treatment for a broad spectrum of clinical, behavioral and academic concerns. Independently manage a full clinical caseload, conducting regular, one-on-one counseling and psychotherapy sessions to provide continuous care for student-athletes. Supports the student-athlete in a sensitive and supportive manner, while acting as an advocate on behalf of the patient. Maintains accurate, current, and up to date notes as part of patient Mental Health records, for all patients seen. Maintains collaborative working relationships with administrators and coaches in the department, other college offices, and appropriate relationships with individuals interested in the Athletics Department. Promotes and maintains an environment where the physical, mental, social and academic well-being of all student-athletes are a priority. Responsible for performing the duties of a Campus Security Authority as defined by University policy and federal law with regards to the Clery Act. Maintains confidentiality to include but not limited to information, files and records that the incumbent may obtain or possess, in accordance with federal and state laws and University of Hawaii policies. Knows, recognizes, and complies with the laws, policies, rules, and regulations governing the University of Hawaii and its employees, and the rules of the NCAA and affiliated conferences as now constituted or as may be amended in the future. Immediately advises the Director of Mental Health/Counseling Services if you have reasonable cause to believe violations, whether by employees, students, or others have occurred or will occur. Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

Possession of a Masters degree in Social Work, Marriage and Family Therapy, Counseling, or related field and three (3) year(s) of progressively responsible professional experience with responsibilities for mental health counseling; or any equivalent combination of education and/or professional experience which provides the required education, knowledge, skills and abilities as indicated.
Considerable working knowledge of principles, practices and techniques in the area of mental health/wellness, prevention/education and/or service provision as demonstrated by the broad knowledge of the full range of pertinent standard and evolving concepts, principles and methodologies.
Considerable working knowledge and understanding of applicable federal and state laws, rules, regulations and theories and systems associated with mental health/wellness, prevention/education and/or service provision.
Demonstrated ability to resolve wide ranging complex problems through the use of creative reasoning and logic to accurately determine the cause of the problems and the resolution of the problems in an effective, innovative and timely manner.
Demonstrated ability to interpret and present information and ideas clearly and accurately in writing, verbally and by preparation of reports and other materials.
Demonstrated ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with internal and external organizations, groups, team leaders and members, and individuals.
Demonstrated ability to operate a personal computer and word processing software and spreadsheet software.
Holds and maintains an unrestricted license to practice as a mental health professional in the State of Hawaii.
Demonstrated ability to pay attention to details and strong organizational skills.
Must be able to work a flexible schedule depending on programmatic needs.
Understanding of, and compliance with, privacy standards including HIPAA and FERPA.
Demonstrated understanding of, and strict compliance with, privacy regulations including HIPAA and FERPA.

Nice To Haves

Knowledge and functional understanding of the unique stressors and experiences faced by Division 1 Athletes.
Experience practicing individual and/or group psychotherapy.
Experience in working with and diagnosing common mental health disorders (depression, generalized anxiety disorder, panic disorder, social anxiety disorder).
Experience working with and treating eating disorders.

Responsibilities

Serves as a Licensed mental health professional functioning as therapist / counselor for UHM student-athletes.
Collaborates with a multi-disciplinary team responsible for maintaining the mental health and wellness of student-athletes.
Responsible for triaging referrals and coordinating cases with other members of the healthcare delivery team.
Integrates sports psychology principles to support student-athletes through athletic-specific challenges, providing targeted interventions for injury rehabilitation, performance anxiety, stress management, and life transitions into or out of collegiate sports.
Independently conducts psychosocial assessments and provides psychosocial treatment for a broad spectrum of clinical, behavioral and academic concerns.
Independently manage a full clinical caseload, conducting regular, one-on-one counseling and psychotherapy sessions to provide continuous care for student-athletes.
Supports the student-athlete in a sensitive and supportive manner, while acting as an advocate on behalf of the patient.
Maintains accurate, current, and up to date notes as part of patient Mental Health records, for all patients seen.
Maintains collaborative working relationships with administrators and coaches in the department, other college offices, and appropriate relationships with individuals interested in the Athletics Department.
Promotes and maintains an environment where the physical, mental, social and academic well-being of all student-athletes are a priority.
Responsible for performing the duties of a Campus Security Authority as defined by University policy and federal law with regards to the Clery Act.
Maintains confidentiality to include but not limited to information, files and records that the incumbent may obtain or possess, in accordance with federal and state laws and University of Hawaii policies.
Knows, recognizes, and complies with the laws, policies, rules, and regulations governing the University of Hawaii and its employees, and the rules of the NCAA and affiliated conferences as now constituted or as may be amended in the future.
Immediately advises the Director of Mental Health/Counseling Services if you have reasonable cause to believe violations, whether by employees, students, or others have occurred or will occur.
Other duties as assigned.