Mental Health Counselor

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GENERAL DESCRIPTION

The Counselor, working under the general supervision of the Vice

Chancellor for Student Services, is responsible for delivering

comprehensive counseling services to the university community by

providing short-term, solution-focused counseling services. The ideal

candidate will promote mental wellness through individual and group

counseling, crisis intervention, outreach programs, and collaboration

with campus departments.

General work schedule: Standard office hours are 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

with appointments available to all ASUB campuses. Some evening and

weekend responsibilities are required, particularly for crisis

intervention and special programming.

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ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Provide individual and group counseling, psychological assessment, and

crisis intervention services to currently enrolled students experiencing

personal, emotional, and academic concerns.\

Conduct crisis assessments and interventions, including suicide

prevention and referral.\

Design and implement developmental and outreach programs that promote

mental health and well-being.\

Offer consultation services to student groups, faculty, and staff as

needed.\

Participate in service evaluation and applied research activities

related to counseling outcomes.\

Maintain strict confidentiality and ethical standards in accordance with

state and federal laws and professional codes of conduct.\

Develop and lead workshops, presentations, and campus-wide initiatives

that promote mental health awareness and wellness.\

Coordinate with community mental health providers for long-term care and

specialized services when appropriate.\

Assist students in identifying resources and making informed decisions

related to career development.\

Refer clients to appropriate on-campus and off-campus resources as

needed.\

Contribute to the student success and the broader academic mission

through additional roles such as committee participation, serving as a

liaison to academic or administrative units, and engaging in

university-wide program development.