Counselor-Limited Term

Augusta University; Augusta (GA); On-site; USD 48,800 - 53,550; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Life insurance

Tuition Assistance Program

Vacation and sick leave

Job summary

Augusta University is seeking a full-time Counselor-Limited Term to provide individual, couples, and group psychotherapy, alongside crisis intervention and case management.

The role involves developing training programs and maintaining documentation of counseling records while supporting the mental health needs of students. Preferred qualifications include university counseling experience and a commitment to multicultural counseling.

Full-time benefits include health insurance and a Tuition Assistance Program for eligible staff.

Qualifications

• Master's degree required for mental health services.
• Licensure or eligibility for independent practice in Georgia is mandatory.
• Experience in university counseling preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide individual, group, and couples/relational psychotherapy to students.
• Develop and conduct psycho-educational workshops for students.
• Supervise master's level counseling interns.

Skills

Proficient in Microsoft Office

Strong organizational skills

Excellent interpersonal skills

Ability to maintain confidentiality

Education

Master's degree in mental health counseling, psychology, social work, or marital and family therapy

Licensed or eligible for license in Georgia

Tools

Electronic Medical Record systems

Job description

Counselor-Limited Term

Job ID: 299391

Location: Summerville Campus

Full/Part Time: Full Time

Job Summary

The Counselor Limited Term position provides individual, couples/relational, group psychotherapy, and crisis intervention to students, treatment plan development, case management, care coordination, client advocacy, crisis intervention, consultation and administration, and interpretation of assessment instruments. This position develops and delivers psychoeducational presentations, trainings and programs focused on promotion of emotional wellness and prevention of mental illness. The Director and Assistant Director may assign additional duties, to include, but not limited to front desk and phone coverage, campus training and outreach to university and community organizations and groups.

Responsibilities

• STUDENT COUNSELING DUTIES: Provide individual, group, and couples/relational psychotherapy to students, including administration and interpretation of assessment instruments, treatment plan development, case management, care coordination, client advocacy, crisis intervention, and consultation. Maintain adequate and appropriate documentation of counseling records. Provide clinical supervision to master's level counseling interns/trainees. Coordinate specific SCAPS initiatives that enhance treatment or prevention services.
• WORKSHOPS & OUTREACH: Develop and conduct psycho-educational workshops, class presentations, and other outreach programs to address the preventative and developmental needs of students. Collaborate with other campus departments, campus committees, and student organizations to provide joint programming for students. Provide training to appropriate campus organizations, faculty, and staff regarding relevant mental health concerns of university students.
• PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT: Attend continuing education programs required for professional license and certification maintenance, and maintain the best of current professional trends for university counseling centers.
• OTHER: Perform other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

Master's degree from an accredited college or university in mental health counseling, psychology, social work, or marital and family therapy by date of hire. Employee must be licensed or eligible to become fully licensed to provide mental health services and treatment independently in the state of Georgia.

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior experience working in a university counseling center setting.
• Experience providing group and couples/relational psychotherapy.
• Experience and proficiency in assessing, diagnosing, and treating a wide range of mental health disorders.
• Experience providing crisis services and treating more severe mental health concerns.
• Prior clinical experience and expertise with a culturally and clinically diverse caseload.
• Experience providing outreach presentations on mental health topics relevant to university students.
• Commitment to a multicultural counseling orientation and understanding of the mental health needs of minoritized individuals and communities.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• KNOWLEDGE: Proficient in Microsoft Office and other computer software/databases; Knowledge of and experience in Electronic Medical Record systems.
• SKILLS: Strong organizational skills; Excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills; Excellent analytical and customer service skills.
• ABILITIES: Ability to maintain confidentiality.

Shift/Salary/Benefits

Shift: Days/M-F (Work outside of standard business hours may be required)

Full-time (1.0 FTE) limited-term position (estimated time frame of employment no more than 3 years).

Pay Band: B9

Salary: $48,800/annually - $53,550/annually

Salary to be commensurate with the qualifications of the selected candidate within the established range (generally minimum midpoint) of the position.

Benefits include health insurance, dental insurance, life insurance, Teachers Retirement System (or Optional Retirement Plan), earned vacation time, sick leave, and 13 paid holidays. Full-time employees who have been employed with us successfully for more than 6 months may be considered for the Tuition Assistance Program.

Conditions of Employment

All selected candidates are required to successfully pass a Background Check review prior to starting with Augusta University. If applicable for the specific position based on the duties: the candidate will also need to have a credit check completed for Positions of Trust and or approved departmental Purchase Card usage. Motor vehicle reports are required for positions that are required to drive an Augusta University vehicle. For Faculty Hires: Final candidates will be required to provide proof of completed academic degree(s) as well as post-secondary coursework in the form of original transcript(s). Those candidates trained by a foreign institution will also be required to provide an educational/credential evaluation. All employees are responsible for ensuring the confidentiality, availability, and integrity of sensitive [patient, student, employee, financial, business, etc.] information by exercising sound judgment and adhering to cybersecurity and privacy policies during their employment and beyond.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Augusta University is proud to be an equal opportunity employer welcoming applicants from underrepresented groups, including individuals with disabilities and veterans.