Mental Health Counselor (10 month)

Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University - Prescott, AZ

Full-time - Entry Level

Prescott, AZ

Educational Services

About the position

Join the Aviation and Aerospace vanguard! Step into a dynamic role with Embry Riddle Aeronautical University, where innovation meets opportunity. Be part of a leading institution that's at the forefront of aviation, aerospace, and STEM education. We offer an exciting environment, cutting-edge projects, and the chance to influence tomorrow. Ready to make a difference? Take flight with Embry-Riddle and explore this diverse career opportunity today. The Counseling center at the Prescott Campus of Embry Riddle- Aeronautical University is searching for a Mental Health Counselor (I or II depending on licensure) for a full-time, 10 month position. Position is 10 month/40 hours per week (August - May).

Responsibilities

• Provide individual, couples, and group counseling
• Crisis intervention (an essential job duty for this position). Must be able to conduct appropriate assessments, provide feedback on these assessments, and give appropriate referrals for students who have needs exceeding the scope of work provided by Counseling Services.
• Consult with Wellness Center providers regarding student needs.
• Provide consultation services to concerned faculty, students, and staff.
• This position may see students mandated to attend counseling by the University.
• Work collaboratively with the Counseling Center
• Keep current in counseling practices by attending professional conferences and training sessions, required for licensing.
• May require public presentations to various groups on campus by providing wellness education and outreach to students and staff in conjunction with Human Resources.
• Some after-hours availability based on need.
• Responsible for maintaining one's own up to date and active Liability Insurance is required.
• In the Mental Health Counselor II position you will be required to sit in as acting Director of Counseling Services in their absence, or as needed by request of the acting Director.
• Other duties as assigned

Requirements

• Master's degree in Counseling, Clinical Counseling, Counseling Psychology, or related field.
• LAC- Licensed Associate Counselor in Arizona for Mental Health Counselor I.
• Experience in assessment, diagnosis, and implementation of interventions for depression, anxiety, alcohol/drug use/abuse, and developmental concerns frequently faced by college students is required.
• Must understand DSM-5, have familiarity with frequently used assessment tools such as the BDI, BAI, DES-11, AUDIT and /ADHD Amen checklist.
• Must have knowledge on creating and/or modifying PowerPoints in order to give presentation to campus community.
• Must be able to handle increased stress levels and multi-task.
• Must be computer literate and able to work independently.
• Must be willing to learn and work well under direction of others.

Nice-to-haves

• Prefer minimum 2 years working experience in a university counseling center, but not necessary.
• Experience working with many different facets of a college campus community.
• Experience providing services to a diverse population of students.
• Some experience with college counseling programming, preferable, but not necessary.
• Experience with working with adults in an outpatient setting.

Benefits

• Generous Time Off: Relax with 15 days of personal leave in your first year. Enjoy 9+ paid holidays, including the day after Thanksgiving and the week between Christmas Eve and New Year's Day.
• Health Benefits: Experience comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, along with wellness programs that include preventive care and fitness memberships.
• Tuition Coverage: Get 100% tuition coverage for yourself for one undergraduate and one graduate degree, and discounted rates for your spouse and dependent children up to age 26.
• Retirement Contributions: ERAU contributes 6% of your base salary to your retirement plan and offers a 4% matching contribution - with no vesting period.