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Job Summary

The Counselor provides clinical, emergency, consultation and outreach services to the Susquehanna University community. The counselor provides clinical expertise in at least one of the following: mood and anxiety disorders, experience or expertise in working people of color in therapy or men’s issues. The Counseling Center staff functions is 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.

Specific 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 incoming 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.

Minimum Qualifications

Education

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.

Experience

Two years of clinical experience required, with experience working with adult populations. Experience working within a college or university counseling center preferred.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities

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 HIPAA compliant Zoom features. Knowledge and familiarity with Microsoft Word and PowerPoint.

Additional Information for Applicant

Physical Demand

Position requires the ability to stand or sit for extended periods of time. Position requires the ability to talk and to hear instruction. Position requires occasional manual dexterity and the ability to use fingers, hands, and arms to feel, handle, and reach.

We offer a comprehensive benefits package for full-time employees, designed to support your health, financial security, and work-life balance. Our offerings include medical, dental, and vision insurance; retirement savings plans; flexible spending accounts; life and long-term disability insurance; and generous paid time off for holidays, vacation, and sick leave.