Mental Health Counselor [Grant-Funded] at Wor-Wic Community College in Salisbury, Maryland

Job Description:

Wor-Wic Community College is accepting applications for a part-time mental health counselor to provide direct, short-term counseling services to maximize student success; crisis intervention referral for students in need of professional counseling assistance; and outreach programming regarding mental health, substance abuse prevention, sexual violence prevention, and other wellness matters. This position will work evenings and some weekends, including registration and the annual commencement. This is a grant-funded position. 

Essential Duties

The following list is not intended as, nor should it be construed as, exhaustive of all responsibilities, skills or working conditions associated with this position.

• Provides short-term assessment, counseling and referrals for students with mental health and wellness concerns, including preparing case reports and making recommendations for further action and/or referral. Works with third-party organizations to coordinate continued student care as needed
• Develops, promotes and presents on current issues in mental health education and coordinates campus outreach/awareness efforts regarding mental health, substance abuse, sexual violence and other mental health and wellness matters
• Assesses and intervenes in crisis and emergency situations to ensure that students gain immediate professional counseling assistance
• Contributes to the grant report, including maintaining student counseling records, analyzing data on counseling usage and impact
• Maintains referral relationships with local organizations providing mental health services, substance abuse prevention and care, sexual violence prevention and care and other wellness matters
• Consults with faculty and staff to identify student needs and to develop, provide and coordinate services for students
• Assists with academic advising and registration for students with counseling needs and participates in enrollment management and student services activities as requested
• Participates in college-wide events and activities including commencement, orientation, registration, outreach and retention initiatives
• Performs other duties as assigned

 

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in education, counseling, social work or a relevant field
• Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC) or Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) credential
• Three years of experience in case management, counseling, mental health or social work
• Excellent Microsoft Office, electronic database, organizational, interpersonal, attention to detail and verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to work independently and under general supervision to provide courteous and accurate customer service
• Preference will be given to candidates with a master's degree and experience in a college or university counseling setting

 

Supplemental Information

This part-time conditional administrative position is grant-funded and includes sick and safe leave benefits. The starting wage will likely range between $34 and $45 per hour, depending on the successful candidate's qualifications and experience as well as grant specifications. This position is scheduled to work 20 to 25 hours per week, Monday through Friday, with some evening and weekend commitments, including registration and the annual commencement. 

The right candidate will represent our commitment to excellence, diversity, equity and inclusion; collaborate and cooperate with others to accomplish the goals of the college; and support new and creative ideas to enhance institutional effectiveness.

It is important that your application show all the relevant education and experience you possess. Please do not use "See Resume" or similar language in the job application. Applications may be rejected if incomplete.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position. The college reserves the right to change or reassign job duties, or combine and/or eliminate positions at any time.

Applications received by April 6 will be given first consideration; the position will remain open until filled.

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Salary/Compensation: $34.00 - $45.00 per hour

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