EAP Counselor, Employee Assistance Program

Florida State University; Tallahassee (FL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Cellular allowance

Job summary

Florida State University is seeking an independent EAP professional to deliver confidential assessments, short-term counseling, and referrals to employees and their families. The role includes consultation with managers, training, and coaching on performance improvement, with participation in critical incident management and threat assessment activities.

The position requires an advanced behavioral health degree, an active Florida license, and progressing toward CEAP certification within the

Qualifications

• Master's or PhD in a behavioral health field with 2 years of post-licensure clinical experience.
• Active, unrestricted clinical license (LCSW/LMHC/LMFT/Psychologist) enabling independent practice in Florida.
• Must begin pursuing CEAP certification within the first year of hire.

Responsibilities

• Provide confidential EAP assessments, short-term counseling, and referrals.
• Maintain accurate and confidential records of activities.
• Provide consultation to managers and supervisors; conduct trainings in EAP topics.
• Offer coaching on performance improvement when requested; conduct supervisor consults.
• Lead critical incident stress management sessions; participate in Threat Assessment Team as needed.
• Coordinate with Emergency Loan Fund Committee for employee loans.
• Interpret university rules and EAP policies; advise on policy changes for standards compliance.

Skills

EAP services

Consultation

Training

Coaching

Critical incident response

Threat assessment

Education

Master's degree in behavioral health

PhD in behavioral health

Active license (LCSW/LMHC/LMFT/Psychologist)

CEAP certification pursuit within 1 year

Tools

Case management software

Excel

Presentation software

Job description

Functions as an independent professional and an effective team member in providing EAP services to FSU employees and their family members as well as employees of external contracted agencies.

Conducts confidential EAP assessments, provides short term counseling interventions and referrals to community resources when needed. Responsible for maintaining accurate and confidential records of activities.

Provides consultation to managers and supervisors, conducts training in areas relevant to EAP (conflict communication skills, team building, stress management, etc.), and provides coaching regarding performance improvement when requested.

Conducts critical incident stress management sessions when needed. Serves as a member of the Threat Assessment Team when needed.

Works closely with Emergency Loan Fund Committee in the application/approval/repayment of Emergency Loans to FSU employees.

Interprets rules/regulations of the University, EAP policy/procedures, and state and federal clinical practice guidelines. Makes recommendations to the EAP Director for changes to existing and proposed policy to ensure compliance with standards of practice.

Qualifications

• Master's degree or PhD in a behavioral health field and two years of post-licensure clinical experience.
• Active, unrestricted clinical license required (e.g., LCSW, LMHC, LMFT, Psychologist), enabling independent practice in Florida.
• Must begin pursuing certification as a Certified Employee Assistance Professional (CEAP) within the first year of hire.

Preferred Qualifications

• Employee Assistance experience and certification as an Employee Assistance Professional (CEAP)
• Experience with standard concepts, practices, and procedures of health, human services, and counseling programs.
• Experience using case management software and preparing presentations, with the ability to prepare reports and keep Excel data files.
• Experience conducting supervisor consults.
• Experience conducting meetings.
• Experience in mediation is a plus.
• Experience in clinical assessment, including substance abuse assessment.

University Information

One of the nation's elite research universities, Florida State University preserves, expands, and disseminates knowledge in the sciences, technology, arts, humanities, and professions, while embracing a philosophy of learning strongly rooted in the traditions of the liberal arts and critical thinking. Founded in 1851, Florida State University is the oldest continuous site of higher education in Florida. FSU is a community steeped in tradition that fosters research and encourages creativity. At FSU, there’s the excitement of being part of a vibrant academic and professional community, surrounded by people whose ideas are shaping tomorrow’s news!

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Considerations

This is an A&P position.

This position requires successful completion of a criminal history background check.

This position is authorized for a university cellular allowance.

This position is being advertised as open until filled.

FSU is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.