Staff Counselor

Staff Counselor

Northern State University


Staff Counselor

Posting Number: NFE02364P
Department: NSU-Counseling Center
Physical Location of Position (City): Aberdeen

Posting Text:
THE OPPORTUNITY:
Reporting to the Director of Counseling and Health Services, the Staff Counselor is responsible for
providing personal counseling to students through individual and group therapy. The successful
candidate will create and participate in presentations and workshops in classrooms, residence halls, and the community along with other Counseling Services team members. An essential member of the Student Affairs team charged with providing high-quality care for students at Northern State University.

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILTIES:

Provide effective individual and group counseling for students in-person and via telehealth.

Maintain accurate and timely counseling records on students receiving services.

Knowledge of technology and ethical concerns associated with telehealth services.

Provide education, training, and support to the campus community regarding the needs of
students through outreach, programming, and consultation.

Maintain knowledge of referral resources on campus and in the local community to meet the
needs of students.

Collaborate with community partners to assist students in managing acute crises, disruptions,
and conflicts.

Assist the Director in the supervision and training for graduate interns in the Counseling
program.

Attends meetings as needed.

Perform other duties related to the above responsibilities as assigned by the Director.

Aid and consult with faculty and staff on matters of behavior health while maintaining
confidentiality.

Establish and maintain liaisons with other agencies and university departments.

Present or assist in presenting on a variety of behavior health topics.

Perform other duties related to the above responsibilities as assigned.

EDUCATIONAL/EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:

• Master's degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling or related field.
  
• One year of experience counseling in a clinical setting, preferably in a college setting.
  
• Licensed professional counselor in the State of South Dakota or license eligible.
  
• Familiarity with college student population and/or previous experience working with college
  students.
  
• Experience working with individuals from diverse backgrounds.

SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Excellent organizational skills specifically in record keeping and time management.
  
• Ability to relate empathetically and effectively with a variety of people.
  
• Excellent interpersonal/group communication skills, both written and verbal.
  
• Demonstrated commitment to inclusion and building a sense of belonging for all students.

Posting Date: 05/14/2024
Open Until Filled: Yes
First Consideration Date: 05/28/2024
Advertised Salary: Depends on Experience
Duration of the Term: 10 months
Appointment Percent: 100
Work Hours: Monday-Friday, 8:00 am to 5:00 pm during the academic school year
Typical Hours Worked Per Week: 40
Appointment Type: Regular
Faculty Status: No
Scope of Search: External (includes Internal)
This position requires: No Requirement

Department Description and Cultural Expectations
About Student Affairs:
Student Affairs is comprised of the Avera Student Center, Avera Student Health, Campus Safety, Counseling Services, Dean of Students Office, Student Accessibility Services, Homecoming, Multicultural Student Affairs, New Student Programs (HOWL & Wolf Pack Welcome), Office of Student Rights and Responsibilities, Prevention Services, Residence Life and Dining Services, Student Government Association, Student Involvement and Leadership, Student Organizations, Summer Camps and Conferences, and Title IX. Student Affairs advances the student success agenda of Northern State University and the Student Affairs Strategic Plan (2021-2025).

SENSE OF BELONGING AND INCLUSION:
Student Affairs values inclusion, sense of belonging, and believes in fostering a diverse and international community that includes, validates, recognizes, and respects all ethnicities, genders, sexualities, identities, abilities, cultures, and worldviews as a required foundation of student success. Objective 7 of the Student Affairs Strategic Plan (2021-2025) calls for Student Affairs to create inclusive communities that value and welcome all people. We are focused on retaining and graduating underrepresented students and recognize this work as part of the mission and values of Student Affairs. Our work promotes “a learning environment that exposes students to and encourages exploration of a variety of ideological and political perspectives” (SD House Bill 1087) consistent with the SDBOR Opportunity for All Statement of August 2021.”

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
Northern State University is committed to building a welcoming culture of belonging and collegiality that respects diversity in knowledge, culture and world view. Northern seeks faculty and staff who will engage with individuals of diverse backgrounds, beliefs and perspectives to increase awareness, understanding, respect and opportunity for all.

To apply, visit: https://yourfuture.sdbor.edu/postings/39082

To apply, please visit: https://yourfuture.sdbor.edu/postings/39082



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