- Location
- Raymond Campus, United States of America · Pearl, MS · Jackson, MS · Vicksburg, MS · Utica, MS
- Type
- Full-time
- Department
- Healthcare
- Education
- Master
- Closing date
- Today
- Source
- Workday
Description
Position Title:
Job Description:
HINDS COMMUNITY COLLEGE
Job Descriptions
JOB TITLE: Full Time Mental Health Counselor
REPORTS TO: Lead LPC
DEPARTMENT: Mental Health Services
EXEMPT: Yes
VICE PRESIDENT: VP of Advancement & Student Services
GENERAL STATEMENT OF THE FUNCTION
All Hinds Community College employees must commit to the Caring Campus approach to student engagement and daily apply these general behavioral objectives: listen to student questions and concerns with a positive attitude and make meaningful connections with students.
The Mental Health Counselor will provide developmental and educational support to students, or other clients of the college, in the form of short-term personal counseling; provide counseling services to students in a manner that demonstrates a commitment to the Community College mission and its diverse student population. Through a comprehensive, student-centered counseling approach, to develop and present structured groups for positive growth; to develop, monitor, and provide in-service training in counseling support programs; and to do related work as required. Ability to utilize a wide range of assessment instruments for personal, career, and educational issues.
QUALIFICATIONS REQUIREMENTS
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Licensed Professional Counselor, Psychotherapist, or Masters Licensed Social Worker that allows for independent practice preferred PLPC or ability to obtain provisional licensure within 60 days of employment required. Experience working in collegiate and/or mental health settings. Demonstrated experience using tact and sensitivity in dealing with confidential matters. Highly motivated self-starter who can take initiative and balance preventive and intervention practice. Learner-focused leader with a deep understanding of and passion for student life and associated best practices in the context of higher education. Working knowledge of FERPA and HIPPA regulations. Ability to follow College policies and procedures. Should be committed to a culture of diversity, respect, and inclusion. General knowledge of the College’s mission, purpose, goals, and the role this position plays in achieving those goals.
EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE
Master’s degree (M.A.) or equivalent; licensure or provisional licensure required.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES, include the following.
Other duties may be assigned.
Maintain knowledge of diversity-related issues, legislation, and best practices.
The Mental Health Counselor plays a critical role as part of the Mental Health Services department. The Mental Health Counselor is responsible for providing clinical mental health services. This includes providing clinical mental health counseling in the individual and group setting, the development, implementation, and evaluation of policies, procedures, and programs, as well as consulting with faculty, staff, and administration over mental health topics. The Mental Health Counselor will participate in developing proactive mental health and wellness programming for the entire college population and assist with staff training as needed.
Provide individual and group mental health counseling services to the student population, including evaluation, development, and facilitation of support groups, and making referrals to external clinicians as needed. Develop mental health programs in conjunction with the Dean of Student Services. Facilitate training and psycho-educational workshops for students, faculty, and staff. Maintain confidential clinical schedule and case files. Attend ongoing trainings as required (current updated license, etc.) Assist in the development, support, and supervision of interns, if applicable. Ability to adhere to college policies and procedures. Ability to handle confidential information with discretion. Should be committed to a culture of diversity, respect, and inclusion. General knowledge of the College’s mission, purpose, goals, and the role this position plays in achieving those goals. Other duties as assigned by the appropriate authority.
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:
N/A
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hand to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to stand, walk, sit, taste and smell. The employee is frequently required to sit.
The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.
The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and the ability to adjust focus.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those
an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.
The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate, and the employee is occasionally required to perform job responsibilities in the outdoors and off site.
We promote a culture of inclusion for all employees that respects individual strengths, ideas, and capabilities. We believe that our differences enable us to make better decisions, drive innovation, and deliver better results.
Mission
Hinds Community College is committed to moving people and communities forward by helping develop their purpose, passion and profession.
Vision
Hinds Community College will be a catalyst to create a competitive economy and a compelling culture for Mississippi.
Values
Hinds Community College aspires to the following IDEALS:
- Integrity
- Diversity
- Excellence
- Accountability
- Leadership
- Stewardship
In compliance with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX, Education Amendments of 1972 of the Higher Education Act, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 and other applicable Federal and State Acts, Hinds Community College offers equal education and employment opportunities and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, sex, age, disability or veteran status in its educational programs and activities. We recognize our responsibility to provide an open and welcoming environment that fosters a culture of diversity, equity, and inclusion for employees and students to collaboratively learn, work and serve our communities.
The following have been designated to handle inquiries regarding these policies:
EEOC Compliance: The Office of Human Resources
PO Box 1100 Raymond MS 39154; Phone: 601-857-3396 or Email: [email protected].
Title IX: Vice President Student Services, Title IX Coordinator
PO Box 1100 Raymond MS 39154; Phone: 601-857-3353 or Email: [email protected].
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