Reporting to the Assistant Director, Mental Health Service (MHS), Student Health Center, this counselor offers clinical mental health treatment tailored to the unique needs of LSU students. The counselor functions as a member of the MHS team consisting of clinical/counseling psychologists, clinical social workers, and licensed professional counselors. The Counselor should have a deep appreciation for the integrated care model, collaborating with the Medical Clinic, Wellness and Health Promotion and Lighthouse Program teams. In addition, the counselor should be committed to advancing the divisional priorities of commitment to quality, communicating a sense of home, and designing with everyone in mind, and cultivating a working relationship with Our Lady of the Lake Health.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
DIRECT STUDENT SERVICE - 65%
Provides individual, couple, and group psychotherapy, using best practices appropriate for a university setting, both in-person and through telehealth with an emphasis on a brief model of psychotherapy. Conducts initial assessment services including walk-in, crisis intervention, intake for treatment, and referral of students to community and campus resources. Provides mental health consultation to faculty, staff and parents to help them address the needs of their students in distress.
COLLABORATIVE CARE & INTERN SUPERVISION - 15%
Manages caseload, consulting with fellow providers in Student Health Center as needed for peer review and collaborative care practices. Attends all team, unit and departmental staff meetings, and other meetings as requested. Provides training and supervision to mental health interns through didactic seminars, consultation, and direct supervision as needed. Provides outreach and presentations to the campus as needed.
DOCUMENTATION & QUALITY CONTROL - 15%
Carries out administrative responsibilities including documentation, appointment scheduling, community referral follow-up in keeping with departmental policies and professional standards. Participates in annual quality improvement studies, chart reviews, and required annual training for the center.
OTHER DUTIES - 5%
Performs other duties as assigned by the Director, Mental Health Service. Support broad divisional/institutional efforts including at least 40 hours per year helping with initiatives such as Move-In Day, Welcome Week, Family Weekend, Career Expo, Disability Services Finals Testing, and other special projects.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS/EXPECTATIONS:
Due to the nature of the position and/or position responsibilities, this position shall be subject to drug/alcohol testing in accordance with University Policy Statement 67.
This position may be required to report to campus in times of emergency and/or closure per PS-18.
Ability and willingness to work on evenings and weekends.
NOMINATIONS, APPLICATIONS, AND INQUIRIES:
Applications will be accepted online on the LSU Careers website. Please direct all nominations and inquiries for the position to Mitzi Trentacoste at mitzi1@lsu.edu or 225-578-5719. The search committee will begin reviewing applications immediately and will continue to accept applications and nominations until the position is filled. All applications, nominations, and inquiries will remain confidential. Salary will be competitive and commensurate with qualifications. An offer of employment is contingent on a satisfactory pre-employment background check and a drug screen.
Background Check - An offer of employment is contingent on a satisfactory pre-employment background check.
Benefits - LSU offers outstanding benefits to eligible employees and their dependents including health, life, dental, and vision insurance; flexible spending accounts; retirement options; various leave options; paid holidays; wellness benefits; tuition exemption for qualified positions; training and development opportunities; employee discounts; and more!
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LSU is designated as a State As a Model Employer (SAME) agency and provides assistance to persons needing accommodations or with the accessibility of materials. For those seeking such accommodations or assistance related to this search, we encourage you to contact the Office of Human Resource Management (hr@lsu.edu).
For questions or concerns related to updating your application with attachments (e.g., resumes, RS:17 documents), date of birth, or reactivating applications, please contact the LSU Human Resources Management Office at 225-578-8200 or email HR@lsu.edu. For questions or concerns regarding the status of your application or salary ranges, please contact the department using the information provided in the Special Instructions section of this job posting.