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Counselor, Nursing Student Development and Counseling

Employer
East Carolina University
Location
Greenville, North Carolina
Salary
Salary is complemented by a comprehensive benefits package
Date posted
Jul 27, 2022

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Position Type
Administrative, Academic Affairs, Academic Administration
Employment Level
Administrative
Employment Type
Full Time

East Carolina University            


Counselor, Nursing Student Development and Counseling
Vacancy #: 976079
Recruitment Range:  Commensurate with qualifications
Closing Date:  Open Until Filled

 

Organizational Unit Overview

 

The mission of the college is to serve as a national model for transforming the health of rural underserved regions through excellence and innovation in nursing education, leadership, research, scholarship and practice. The ECU, College of Nursing continuously strives to create a learning environment and workplace culture that provides opportunity, support, and consideration for all students, employees, alumni, and other stakeholders.

 

The primary mission of the CON, Student Development and Counseling Center (SDCC) is to maximize the academic success, personal development, and graduation of all nursing students. Additionally, the SDCC provides academic and personal counseling services to undergraduate and graduate nursing students on a variety of topics related to academic success, personal development and wellness, and mental health. The CON SDCC also serves as a change agent and a resource for addressing issues of diversity, equity, and inclusion.

 

Job Duties        

 

The CON, Student Development and Counseling Center (SDCC) is seeking a full-time, Counselor. The counselor’s primary role is to provide academic and personal counseling, mental health crisis intervention, psycho-education, and consultations in individual and group formats. The SDCC serves all declared undergraduate and graduate nursing majors enrolled in classes online or face-to-face. Psycho-educational programs and academic instruction will focus on improving the student’s test taking and study skills, stress and anxiety management, interpersonal relationships, and overall academic success, and personal development to promote student retention and success. In addition, the counselor may provide referrals to campus and community resources.

 

The Counselor duties and responsibilities of this position will include the following:

 

  • 50% Provide academic and personal counseling; 15% Provide mental health crisis intervention; 15% Provide psycho-education, programming, & presentations; 10% Provide students, faculty, and staff consultations & provide supervision for peer tutors, peer mentors, and graduate assistants (GAs); and, 10% Perform other duties as assigned (i.e. committees, professional development, teaching NURS 3005, graduation, etc.).

This is an on-site position.

 

Minimum Education/Experience

 

  • A minimum of a Master’s Degree in Counseling, Psychology or appropriate mental health field. North Carolina licensure as a Clinical Mental Health Counselor, Psychologist, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, or Clinical Social Worker. Commitment to a proactive student development perspective involving an active relationship with the campus community. A self-directed team player prepared to handle a busy caseload with the ability to manage multiple tasks. Ability and skills to work with a diverse population. Knowledge of trends, theories, and effective models in college counseling and student development. Knowledge of legal and ethical issues in the area of counseling. Proficient in oral and written communication skills, public speaking, and leadership. Proficient in broad “generalist” clinical skills for assessing and intervening in a wide range of academic and psychological concerns.

License or Certification Required by Statute or Regulation

 

  • North Carolina licensure as a Clinical Mental Health Counselor, Psychologist, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, or Clinical Social Worker.

Preferred Experience, Skills, Training/Education

 

  • Direct counseling experience in higher education is preferred. Experience with study skills and test taking skills. Demonstrated skills and experience in teaching, counseling, program development, evaluation, and consulting. Computer skills & experience with university technology (Office, WebEx, Banner, Canvas, Qualtrics, Graphic design, etc.).

 

 

Special Instructions to Applicant

 

East Carolina University requires applicants to submit a candidate profile online in order to be considered for the position. In addition to submitting a candidate profile online, please submit online the following required applicant documents:

 

  • Curriculum Vitae Letter of Interest List of Three References (noting contact information)

Additionally, an original transcript of your highest degree is required upon hire.

 

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.

 

Additional Instructions to Applicant       

 

In order to be considered for this position, applicants must complete a candidate profile online via the PeopleAdmin system and submit any requested documents. Additionally, applicants that possess the preferred education and experience must also possess the minimum education/experience, if applicable.

 

Applications will be considered until position is filled. Please submit an online ECU application for vacancy # 976079 to ECU Human Resources at http://jobs.ecu.edu.

 

Eligibility for Employment        

 

Final candidates are subject to criminal & sex offender background checks. Some vacancies also require credit or motor vehicle checks. ECU participates in E-Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States.

 

East Carolina University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.

 

Visit this job posting at https://ecu.peopleadmin.com/postings/52251

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