Counselor, Wellness Services
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Location : NorthwestMaryville campus in Maryville, MO Job Type: Full-time Job Number: 620520 Department: Wellness Services Opening Date: 10/25/2024 EMPLOYMENT TERMS: Full-time, 12-month position PRIMARY DUTY: Under the direction of the Director, Wellness Services-Counseling, this position works within Wellness Services to provide regular consultation and effective psychological interventions with Northwest students. For the individual with the right skill set, this role is the opportunity to be part of a team that intentionally creates a culture of value, respect, and support where team members have fun doing the hard work necessary to fulfill our commitment to our students and each other. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

Facilitates the optimal functioning and wellness of NW students by providing individual and group counseling.

Effective in counseling people from diverse backgrounds and identities including ethnicity/race, gender, sexual identity, disabilities, religion, socio-economic status, age, and others with a demonstrated commitment to improving access to higher education for under-represented groups.

Contributes to a work environment that encourages knowledge of, respect for, and development of skills to engage with others regardless of race, ethnicity, sexual orientation, gender identity or religious beliefs.

Works closely with stakeholders across campus including, but not limited to, the offices of Student Affairs; Diversity and Inclusion; International Programs; and University Police Department.

Ensures the concerns of students are addressed in an appropriate manner through psychological assessment procedures, making referrals when indicated.

Promotes responsible care of Wellness Service's students by maintaining documentation in Point and Click/Electronic Health Record of contacts, consultations, and referrals in accordance with professional guidelines.

Ensures the needs of students are addressed in emergency situations by providing crisis intervention services during office hours and after hours as needed.

Provides programing, workshops, and presentations by participating in proactive outreach.

Remains knowledgeable about current trends in counseling, psychotherapy and student development through presentations, publications, and memberships in professional organizations and obtaining Continuing Education (CE's) as required by the state licensing and regulatory board.

Upholds and champions Wellness Service's commitment to A well student is a successful student and Wellness Service's Values of Respect, Integrity, Inclusion, Trust, Empathy and Fun.

REQUIREMENTS: Education: Master's degree in counseling, psychology, social work, or related field from an accredited college or university Certification/License: provisionally licensed Experience: 1-3 years of experience in a mental health/counseling setting Skills: Excellent communication, counseling, and people skills WORKING CONDITIONS: This position will work in a typical office environment from the hours of 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. with an hour lunch break and may be required to work additional hours during nights and weekends. SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES: None EQUIPMENT/MATERIALS USED: Personal computer TYPICAL PHYSICAL DEMANDS: Ability to lift up to 20 pounds and the ability to sit and stand for long periods of time COMMUNITY: Northwest Missouri State University is located in Maryville, Missouri, a community of 12,000 with a diverse economy and a strong industrial base. Maryville is located 45 miles north of St. Joseph, Missouri, 90 miles north of Kansas City, Missouri, and 110 miles southeast of Omaha, Nebraska. For more information visit the city's website at UNIVERSITY: With an enrollment of about 10,000 students, Northwest is a coeducational, primarily residential four-year university that offers a broad range of undergraduate and selected graduate programs on its Maryville campus as well as its location at the Northland Innovation Center and through Founded in 1905 and , Northwestplaces a high emphasis on profession-based learning to help graduates get a jump start on their careers. Students have opportunities to build their rsums with experiences on campus in nearly every area of study, including the , , the , and , a student-driven integrated digital marketing communications agency. The University also is a national model for student success and career placement with 96 percent of graduates securing employment or continuing their education within six months of completing a degree at Northwest, according to the Furthermore, its vibrant and diverse learning community offers more than 150 student organizations, and in tuition, which is , saving students an estimated $6,800 over four years. Northwest also offers 1,200 student employment positions, allowing students to build professional skills through its internationally benchmarked student employment program.Designated the Missouri Arboretum, the Northwest campus was named one of the For more information about Northwest and its performance, visit APPLICATION DEADLINE: Until filled DATE AVAILABLE: January 2, 2025 TO APPLY: Please fill out a Northwest application online by clicking to reach our employment opportunities listing. You will also need to submit a cover letter, resume, and the contact information for three references in order for your application materials to be complete. Please contact the Office of Human Resources at 660-###-#### or email ...@nwmissouri.edu for more information. The Office of Human Resource prides itself in offering a full, competitive benefits package with providers, who we feel, will offer the best service possible to the employees. Full-time employees are offered Health, Dental, Vision, Life and Long-term Disability insurance options as well as retirement plans upon employment at the University. For more information on each of these topics, please contact the office of Human Resources at (660) ###-#### or via email at ...@nwmissouri.edu.