Job Description:

The University Counseling Center provides comprehensive mental health services at the University of Oklahoma within the Division of Student Affairs. Our mission is to provide high quality counseling and crisis intervention to our campus community members, consultation and outreach services to campus organizations, and training and supervision opportunities for emerging mental health clinicians. We are looking for a Counselor to provide counseling services for groups and individuals that promote mental health, assist individuals dealing with addictions and substance abuse, family, parenting, marital problems, suicide, stress management, self-esteem, aging, mental and emotional health.

Essential Duties:

• Provides direct clinical services and patient care in accordance with skills, training and ability. Collects information from individuals through interviews, observation, and tests.


• Develops treatment plans, advocates for patients in team meetings, acts as liaison to community agencies on treatment plan, and coordinates the provisions of services.


• Counsels family members or caregivers on the recommended treatment plan and how to deal with the patient's situation.


• Develops program activities which identify patients in need of services, development of new clinical approaches and patient care strategies, and improvement of inpatient care. Coordinates activities for individual and/or group therapy or education sessions for patient.


• Evaluates programs and assesses quality of services, provides data for program development, supports educational and research goals, and complies with regulatory standards.


• Initiates and develops increased access to Vocational Rehabilitation and other services through liaison with community agencies and identification of systemic barriers.


• Confidentiality. Maintains patient record confidentiality.


• Supervises other counselors and staff to include hiring, training, evaluating performance, and disciplinary actions.


• Performs various duties as needed to successfully fulfill the functions of the position.

Required Education:  Master's Degree in Psychology, Sociology, Social Work, Counseling, Human Relations, or related field AND:

• 24 months of professional Counseling experience.

Skills:

• Advanced knowledge of human behavior and individual differences in ability, personality, and interests.


• Advanced knowledge of federal laws regarding patient information and records.


• Knowledge of federal laws regarding confidentiality of patient information and records.   


• Ability to tell when something is wrong or likely to go wrong.


• Ability to assess and recommend treatment for the behavioral or other disorders.


• Advanced knowledge of methods and procedures for diagnosis, treatment, and rehabilitation of physical and mental dysfunctions.


• Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Ability to listen and understand information. 


• Ability to communicate information to the patient, family members, and caregivers. 


• Can perform basic computer functions.
  
  
  

Certifications:

• Licensed Master of Social Work, Licensed Professional Counselor, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, Licensed Clinical Social Work, or Licensed Psychologist or ability to obtain one of the aforementioned licenses within 6 months of hire date.

Advertised Physical Requirements:

• Sitting for long periods of time


• Speaking and listening


• Office environment

Departmental Preferences:

• Current licensure


• Previous Experience in college counseling center

Supervision: May supervise trainees.

Special Instructions: If you are selected as a final candidate for this position, you will be subject to The University of Oklahoma Norman Campus Tuberculosis Testing policy.  To view the policy, visit https://hr.ou.edu/Policies-Handbooks/TB-Testing.

Why You Belong at the University of Oklahoma: The University of Oklahoma fosters an inclusive culture of respect and civility, belonging, and access, which are essential to our collective pursuit of excellence and our determination to change lives. The unique talents, perspectives, and experiences of our community enrich the learning, and working environment at OU, inspiring us to harness our innovation, creativity, and collaboration for the advancement of people everywhere.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement: The University of Oklahoma, in compliance with all applicable federal and state laws and regulations, does not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, genetic information, gender identity, gender expression, age, religion, disability, political beliefs, or status as a veteran in any of its policies, practices, or procedures. This includes, but is not limited to, admissions, employment, financial aid, housing, services in educational programs or activities, and health care services that the University operates or provides.

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