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Assesses and counsels UNK students in individual session or group settings regarding psychological/emotional problems or needs.

Maintains timely, appropriate, accurate, and complete records, correspondence; safeguards confidential client information.

Develops and implements therapeutic treatment plans; adept at using the DSM 5 for treatment planning.

Implements crisis intervention/referral services as necessary.

Works as a team player by actively participating in weekly staff meetings and departmental meetings. Maintains positive working relationships with colleagues from within cross-professional disciplines.

Provides outreach/education (presentations/trainings) as directed by the Associate Director of UNK Counseling.

Networks and collaborates with UNK professionals to provide appropriate resources for UNK students.

Additional duties as assigned.

Serves on-call duty on a rotating basis.

Requires specialized knowledge of college mental health needs and trends. Possesses the credentials to provide mental health counseling and supervision. Experience in crisis management and diagnostic skills. Knowledge of counseling best practices and standards of practice as governed by the American Counseling Association (ACA) Code of Ethics. Possesses public speaking skills and strong organizational skills.

The ability to apply critical thinking in problem solving. Able to make sound decisions based on specialized knowledge of mental health practices under the guidance of the American Counseling Association.

Requires the ability to carry out job functions as to align with the overall mission and goals of Counseling Care.

Ability to maintain collaborative relationships with students, faculty, and staff. Requires the ability to maintain positive relationships within the department and across campus. Requires effective communication skills.

This position receives direct supervision from the Associate Director of UNK Counseling.

Operation of a computer mouse with their dominant hand.