Counselor

Requisition Number: 20122480
Type of Employment: Full-Time Regular
Number of Months:
Months Employed: August-May
Number of Hours per Day/Week: 40
Daily Hours: 8-5; occasional nights and weekends

Summary Position
The full-time, 10-month Counselor provides evidence-based and culturally responsive mental health services to support the emotional health and well-being of Elon students. The Counselor functions as a generalist to provide direct clinical services (i.e., initial clinical assessments, individual therapy, group therapy, and crisis support) addressing a range of mental health concerns within the counseling center's scope of clinical care.

Benefits of Working at Elon University

As an Elon University employee, you'll join an internationally acclaimed university with a commitment to fostering a thriving community. Ranked among the most innovative, creative and best-run universities in the nation, Elon's personal approach to education extends to employees, whose growth, professional development and success is a hallmark of our training and advancement opportunities.

Elon University's home is the charming town of Elon, North Carolina, a small, friendly community located a short distance from the beach and the mountains, and among the vibrant cities of Greensboro, Raleigh and Durham. In addition to the beautiful canopy of historic oak trees iconic to our campus, you'll find boundless opportunities for family-friendly recreation, cultural events and outdoor activities. Hiking, water sports, fine dining and entertainment are just a few of the many happenings in the Elon area, making the region one of the nation's premier travel destinations.

Employees at Elon enjoy a generous and comprehensive benefits package that includes:

28 annual days off, including holidays and vacation.

Immediate tuition remission for employees.

Retirement plan with an 8 percent contribution from the university.

Immediate eligibility for health, dental and vision insurance, along with free acute care and lab services at our onsite Health & Wellness Clinic.

Free use of campus fitness facilities.

Free admission to musical and theater performances, guest speakers, religious and ethnic observances, recitals, art exhibitions, entertainment and our Division I Phoenix athletics.

Eligibility for tuition remission at Elon for spouses, qualifying domestic partners and dependents begins at three years of service. After four years of employment, eligibility begins for participation in the Tuition Exchange, a national scholarship exchange program that enables dependents to enroll in nationally recognized partner colleges and universities.

Elon values and celebrates the diverse backgrounds, cultures, experiences and perspectives of our community members. As an equal opportunity employer, Elon's principles of diversity extend to race and gender identity, age, disability status, veteran status, sexual orientation, religion, and other aspects of one's identity. At Elon, our employees respect human differences, passion for lifelong learning, emphasis on personal integrity and an ethic of service.



Education Requirements
Masters degree in clinical counseling, psychology, social work, marriage & family therapy, or related field.

Degree/Major:
Length of Experience: Minimum 3 years of clinical mental health experience providing clinical assessment and treatment of mental health concerns in young adult population. Preference for experience providing mental health services in college/university counseling center.
Supervisory Experience: No

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Special Instructions to Applicants
Review of applications will begin immediately and the position will remain open until filled.

Posting Date: 03/08/2023
Closing Date:
Open Until Filled: Yes

General Purpose of Position
The full-time, 10-month Counselor provides evidence-based, and culturally responsive mental health services to support the emotional health and general well-being of Elon students. The Counselor functions as a generalist to provide direct clinical services (i.e., initial clinical assessments, individual and group counseling, crisis support) addressing a range of mental health concerns utilizing brief, solution-focused modalities. The Counselor is responsible for providing care coordination consultation/support, and facilitating mental health outreach and education activities.

This position is part of the department of Counseling Services within the Division of Student Life. Counseling Services operates under the leadership of the Director who reports to the Associate Vice President for Student Life/Dean of Students. The Division of Student Life provides premier student-centered services, programs, and experiences that integrate in- and out-of-class learning, promote holistic student development, and facilitate student engagement in a vibrant, supportive residential community.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Clinical Services and Outreach
Provides direct psychological services to university students within a brief therapy model to include, clinical assessments, individual/group/couples counseling, and skill-based training workshops. Provides crisis response through interventions and/or consultations to students, families, and campus partners. Develops and presents educational programs and workshops related to college student mental health. Provides consultation services to university colleagues, students, and community partners. Serves as back-up crisis consultant by phone as periodically requested by the crisis response agency, or in person to manage crises impacting campus community, including nights and weekends. Maintains accurate and timely clinical documentation in accordance with legal, ethical, and profession guidelines and Counseling Services policies using the electronic medical record software system (Titanium). Enhances professional and clinical skills through participation in continuing education opportunities. Adheres to all legal and ethical standards of professional practice.
General
Participates in departmental staff meetings and clinical consultation meetings. Serves on university, divisional, or departmental committees, task forces, and search committees. Support university events, including, but not limited to: Convocations, Commencement, Family Weekend, and events related to Admissions and/or New Student Orientation. Performs other related duties as assigned by director in support of the mission, vision, and goals of the department and the University.



Education and Experience
Masters degree or doctorate in clinical counseling, psychology, social work, marriage & family therapy, or related field. Independently licensed in NC as a mental health professional (i.e., LCMHC, LMFT, LCSW, or Licensed Psychologist); or license eligible in NC and able to obtain full NC license within six months of start date.
Minimum 3 years of clinical mental health experience providing clinical assessment and treatment of mental health concerns in young adult population. Preference for experience providing mental health services in college/university counseling center.
Minimum Skills/Experience

• Ability to work as a generalist within a brief therapy/solution-focused treatment modality to address a range of mental health issues through evidence-based approaches
• Familiarity with DSM 5-TR and experienced in assessment, diagnosis, and treatment of a range of mental health concerns
• Able to effectively managing high risk and complex clinical presentations
• Providing culturally responsive and affirming care to a diverse student population
• Competent at utilizing technology and software programs including Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint; and ability to utilize electronic medical record system (Titanium)
• Strong oral and written communication skills
• Effective interpersonal skills to engage with a diverse range of campus partners
• Strong organizational and project management skills
• Commitment to divisional and university priorities for mentoring, leadership and skill development, inclusive excellence, wellness and well-being, vibrant residential campus experience, civic engagement, and continuous improvement and operational excellence

Additional Skills/Experience Preferred

• Experience providing targeted mental health support to underrepresented student groups including men of color, students who identify as part of the LGBTQ+ communities, international students, and/or student athletes
• Experience in trauma treatment
• Bilingual Spanish-speaking

Does this position require driving for the university? No

Additional Information


To apply, visit https://elon.peopleadmin.com/postings/9289

Elon University is an equal employment opportunity employer committed to a diverse faculty, staff and student body and welcomes all applicants.

Elon University has built a national reputation as a premier student-centered arts and sciences university that values strong relationships between students and their faculty and staff mentors. Elon is ranked among the top-100 National Universities by U.S. News & World Report, with a No. 1 ranking for excellence in undergraduate teaching and No. 9 for innovation. Global engagement is central to Elons experience and the Institute of International Education has ranked the institution No. 1 in the nation for study abroad for 16 straight years.In addition, Elon is the only university in the nation ranked in the top-20 by U.S. News for excellence in all eight academic programs 'Focused on Student Success.' Elons more than 7,000 students prepare to become the resilient, ambitious and ethical leaders the world needs, putting their knowledge into action on campus, in the community and around the globe.







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About Elon University

Elon University has built a national reputation as a premier student-centered arts and sciences university that values strong relationships between students and their faculty and staff mentors. Elon is ranked among the top-100 National Universities by U.S. News & World Report, with a No. 1 ranking for excellence in undergraduate teaching and No. 9 for innovation. Global engagement is central to Elon’s experience and the Institute of International Education has ranked the institution No. 1 in the nation for study abroad for 16 straight years.In addition, Elon is the only university in the nation ranked in the top-20 by U.S. News for excellence in all eight academic programs “Focused on Student Success.” Elon’s more than 7,000 students prepare to become the resilient, ambitious and ethical leaders the world needs, putting their knowledge into action on campus, in the community and around the globe.

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