Per Diem Mental Health Counselor

Position Details

Classification Information

Classification Title

Counselor

Position Information

Position Title

Per Diem Mental Health Counselor

Position Number

Department

Center for Wellness

Job Description Summary

Wentworth Institute of Technology is seeking applicants interested in working as a PART - TIME, PER DIEM Mental Health Counselor in the Center for Wellness.

Starting as soon as possible, this is a part-time role, 15-20 hours per week, through May 1, 2023

Job Summary: The per diem Counselor position is a master’s level, licensed mental health provider whose primary function would be to provide clinical services, outreach, and consultation services to college students. Primary mental health treatment is a short-term model of care for a diverse group of clients.

Essential Elements:
1. Provides individual counseling and consultation to enrolled students.
2. Provides crisis intervention, emergency consultation and referral recommendations when appropriate.
3. Makes appropriate referrals of students to off-campus mental health specialists and agencies when appropriate.
4. Maintains current and professional records of all those who are served at the Center while maintaining strict confidentiality.
5. Participates in supervision and case consultation as scheduled.
6. Maintains professional certifications, licenses, and malpractice insurance.

Inclusive Excellence at Wentworth:
Wentworth Institute of Technology is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion in all University programs and activities. The University does not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, religion, disability, age, genetic information, gender identity, veteran status or any other category protected by law. All qualified applicants will receive consideration.

To find out more about the Wentworth’s commitment to Diversity, Equity and Inclusion, please visit the website https://wit.edu/about/diversity.
All applicants have the right to accessibility support and accommodations. To request accessibility support or accommodations, contact the Executive Director of Equity and Compliance, Catlin Wells, at wellsc1@wit.edu


How to Apply :
Interested applicants should apply at https://jobs.wit.edu . Please submit required documents.

Minimum Education Required

Master's degree

Preferred Education

Minimum Work Experience Required

1- 3 years of experience

Preferred Work Experience

Minimum Knowledge Required

Working knowledge of concepts, practices and procedures and ability to use in varied situations.

Preferred Knowledge

Comprehensive knowledge of theories, concepts and practices and ability to use in complex, difficult and/or unprecedented situations.

Advertised Minimum Qualifications

LICSW or LMHC

Advertised Preferred Qualifications

Background in college mental Health, CBT, DBT
Exposure therapy skills
Inpatient / partial hospitalization familiarity
Crisis intervention experience

Salary Range

Posting Detail Information

Posting Number

S00793

Job Category

Supplemental Questions

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1. * How did you hear about this employment opportunity?
   • Boston.com
   • Higheredjobs.com
   • Colleges of the Fenway site
   • Wentworth site
   • Studentaffairs.com
   • Chronicle of Higher Ed.
   • NE HERC
   • El Mundo
   • Sampan
   • Bay State Banner
   • Colors Magazine
   • AcademicKeys
   • ACM.org
   • CRA.org
   • IEEE.org
   • Academicjobsonline.org
   • Referral
   • Other
   • Mathjobs
2. * Wentworth defines inclusive excellence as 'Actively and intentionally cultivating a diverse and culturally competent institution where each member has the opportunity and support to reach their full potential and make contributions to our campus community and beyond.' Please provide an example of how you have exemplified inclusive excellence in an educational or professional setting.
   
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Applicant Documents
Required Documents

1. Resume
2. Cover Letter

Optional Documents