Mental Health Counselor

About the role

The University of Alaska Southeast is seeking a motivated professional for the Lead Counselor position. This role provides direct services to students and coordinates crisis and emergency responses.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct services to students
• Coordinate crisis and emergency response to students' needs

Requirements

Education & Experience:

• Master's degree in Counseling, Psychology, Social Work or related fields from an accredited program
• Three years of relevant experience, or an equivalent combination of training and experience
• Appropriate state licensure and certification preferred or the ability to obtain within two years
• Prior experience counseling at a college or university preferred

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

• Familiarity with ethical principles, practices, and standards of care for providing psychological services
• Working knowledge of State of Alaska mental health and child/elder abuse statutes
• Mastery of counseling theory and techniques, consultation skills, crisis intervention theory and techniques
• Training in development and effective presentation of outreach and prevention programs
• Knowledge of local, state, and federal statutes and regulations as they apply to disability services

Special skills & knowledge

• Demonstrated competency in written and oral communication
• Experience with computer programs such as Word and Excel and other database management skills

Position Details

• Location: UAS campus in Juneau, Alaska
• Type: Full-time, exempt staff position
• Benefits: Competitive salary and full employee benefits package including retirement options, annual leave, 12 paid holidays per year, tuition waivers, and healthcare coverage