Counselor
- Employer
- Morton College
- Location
- Illinois, United States
- Salary
- Salary Not Specified
- Date posted
- Nov 4, 2021
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- Position Type
- Faculty Positions, Professional Fields, Social Work & Human Services, Administrative, Student Affairs, Counseling, Health Services, Other Student Affairs, Student Activities & Services
- Employment Type
- Full Time
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Position Details
Position Information
Job Title Counselor Reports To and Evaluated by Associate Dean of Student Services Required Qualifications
Master’s degree in Social Work or Master’s degree in Counseling. Must be fully licensed as a clinical social worker ( LCSW ) or clinical counselor ( LCPC ) in the state of Illinois. Bilingual (English/Spanish). Must have experience with assessments, creating and carrying out treatment plans, providing evidence based interventions and proper termination processes. A demonstrated high level of cultural competence and a desire to work with under-served and underrepresented student populations. Basic computer skills in word processing and data base management, preferably Titanium.
Must be able to demonstrate the Morton College core values of compassion, fairness, respect, responsibility, tolerance and truth. Preferred Qualifications
At least 3 years’ experience providing personal, emotional and social guidance to individuals, preferably in a college environment. Strong oral and written communication and training skills, including the ability to develop and conduct presentations for a variety of student audiences. Ideal candidate will be detail oriented, possess strong organization skills and professional demeanor to collaborate with diverse population in a multicultural environment. Knowledgeable of community resources. Job Summary
Provide short-term therapy to Morton College students presenting with mental health challenges. Provide wellness programming and outreach, focusing on the student’s needs. Provide interventions including one on one counseling, educational groups, referrals and coordination of services on campus and community support services. Specific Job Duties
• Must adhere to the Code of Ethics accordingly to state license requirements.
• Provide individual and/or group therapy sessions utilizing psycho-education and proper therapeutic techniques for students enrolled at Morton College.
• Interpret all relevant diagnostic documentation specific for each student and create appropriate treatment plans that will aid in student social, emotional and academic success.
• Educate faculty/staff campus wide on topics relevant to behavioral health and academic success.
• Perform suicidal assessments and involuntary hospitalization when needed.
• Assist student with transitioning back to school upon discharge from inpatient psychiatric hospitalization.
• Provide immediate crisis intervention and assessment to support the mental health concerns and safety of the student body.
• Provide appropriate referrals for behavioral health services off campus.
• Maintain confidential files on all students served.
• Document direct service hours into school database system for annual statistical review.
• Generate fiscal year reports.
• Create and implement workshops/events focusing on student mental health. Participate in professional development and continuing education units in order to maintain active licensure
• Perform other duties and special projects as assigned Salary Range Range VI
Posting Details
Posting Detail
Posting Number P00336PU Desired Start Date 10/03/2022 Position End Date (if temporary) Open Date 11/04/2021 Close Date Open Until Filled Yes Special Instructions to Applicants
Position is grant funded.
Morton College is dedicated to diversity and is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We seek applicants from all backgrounds to ensure we get the best diverse talent to join our team. Minorities, women, individuals with diverse backgrounds are encouraged to apply for employment opportunities. Supplemental Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
Required Documents
Position Information
Job Title Counselor Reports To and Evaluated by Associate Dean of Student Services Required Qualifications
Master’s degree in Social Work or Master’s degree in Counseling. Must be fully licensed as a clinical social worker ( LCSW ) or clinical counselor ( LCPC ) in the state of Illinois. Bilingual (English/Spanish). Must have experience with assessments, creating and carrying out treatment plans, providing evidence based interventions and proper termination processes. A demonstrated high level of cultural competence and a desire to work with under-served and underrepresented student populations. Basic computer skills in word processing and data base management, preferably Titanium.
Must be able to demonstrate the Morton College core values of compassion, fairness, respect, responsibility, tolerance and truth. Preferred Qualifications
At least 3 years’ experience providing personal, emotional and social guidance to individuals, preferably in a college environment. Strong oral and written communication and training skills, including the ability to develop and conduct presentations for a variety of student audiences. Ideal candidate will be detail oriented, possess strong organization skills and professional demeanor to collaborate with diverse population in a multicultural environment. Knowledgeable of community resources. Job Summary
Provide short-term therapy to Morton College students presenting with mental health challenges. Provide wellness programming and outreach, focusing on the student’s needs. Provide interventions including one on one counseling, educational groups, referrals and coordination of services on campus and community support services. Specific Job Duties
• Must adhere to the Code of Ethics accordingly to state license requirements.
• Provide individual and/or group therapy sessions utilizing psycho-education and proper therapeutic techniques for students enrolled at Morton College.
• Interpret all relevant diagnostic documentation specific for each student and create appropriate treatment plans that will aid in student social, emotional and academic success.
• Educate faculty/staff campus wide on topics relevant to behavioral health and academic success.
• Perform suicidal assessments and involuntary hospitalization when needed.
• Assist student with transitioning back to school upon discharge from inpatient psychiatric hospitalization.
• Provide immediate crisis intervention and assessment to support the mental health concerns and safety of the student body.
• Provide appropriate referrals for behavioral health services off campus.
• Maintain confidential files on all students served.
• Document direct service hours into school database system for annual statistical review.
• Generate fiscal year reports.
• Create and implement workshops/events focusing on student mental health. Participate in professional development and continuing education units in order to maintain active licensure
• Perform other duties and special projects as assigned Salary Range Range VI
Posting Details
Posting Detail
Posting Number P00336PU Desired Start Date 10/03/2022 Position End Date (if temporary) Open Date 11/04/2021 Close Date Open Until Filled Yes Special Instructions to Applicants
Position is grant funded.
Morton College is dedicated to diversity and is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We seek applicants from all backgrounds to ensure we get the best diverse talent to join our team. Minorities, women, individuals with diverse backgrounds are encouraged to apply for employment opportunities. Supplemental Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
- * Are you fully licensed as a clinical social worker (LCSW) or
clinical counselor (LCPC) in the state of Illinois?
- Yes
- No
- * Are you bilingual in English and Spanish?
- Yes
- No
- * What is the highest degree completed?
- H.S. Diploma
- Associates
- Bachelors
- Masters
- PhD
- * How did you learn about this employment opportunity?
- Morton "careers" website
- Internal posting
- Monster
- Careerbuilder
- Inside Higher Ed
- Higher Ed jobs
- HACU
- newspaper/trade journal
- * Are you at State Universities Retirement System (SURS)
annuitant, currently receiving a monthly annuity, or plan to apply
for a retirement annuity under SURS within the next three (3)
months?
- Yes
- No
Required Documents
- Resume
- Cover Letter
- Transcripts
- Letters of Recommendation
- Curriculum Vitae
- Other
- Specialized Certifications
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