Embedded Counselor

University of Mississippi; Mississippi; On-site; USD 52,000 - 77,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Mississippi is seeking a licensed mental health counselor for the Bessie & Leland Speed Counseling Center to support students, faculty, and staff. The role involves providing individual, group, and couples therapy, crisis intervention, and collaboration with campus departments to promote wellbeing.

Qualified candidates hold LPC/LCSW/LMFT licensure in Mississippi or be eligible, with a Master's degree and at least 3 years of relevant experience.

Qualifications

• Master's degree required.
• Relevant experience of 3 years required.
• Must be eligible for or hold LPC/LCSW/LMFT licensure in Mississippi.

Responsibilities

• Provide professional mental health counseling to students in individual, group, and couples therapy.
• Provide crisis intervention for students in psychological emergencies.
• Consult with academic departments and student affairs to support wellbeing.
• Maintain confidential counseling records.

Skills

Counseling skills

Crisis intervention

Student support

Education

Master's degree

Job description

The University of Mississippi — fondly referred to as Ole Miss —stands as a premier public research institution with a proud legacyof academic distinction. We are devoted to nurturing a vibrant,inclusive community where every member — student, faculty, andstaff — can achieve their fullest potential.

Join the Ole Miss Family — Build Your Legacy Here!

Department:

Bessie & Leland Speed Counseling Center

Job Summary:

Provide mental health counseling for students; presents outreachand educational programs to the University community to support themental wellbeing of students, faculty, and staff of theuniversity.

Job Description:

• Provides professional mental health counseling to students inthe form of individual, group, and couples therapy.
• Provides crisis intervention for students experiencing apsychological emergency.
• Consults with academic departments and student affairsdepartments.
• May be involved in crisis prevention, or aiding with adjustmentproblems after a major life event.
• Maintains confidential records.

Job Responsibilities:

Must be eligible or hold LPC or LCSW or LMFT with licensure inMiss.

Education Qualifications:

Master's (Required)

Experience:

Relevant experience| 3 Years| Required

Compensation:

$51,604.80 - $77,396.80

Interview Requirement:

Interview Requirements: Any candidate who is called for aninterview must notify the Department of EqualOpportunity/Regulatory Compliance in writing of any reasonableaccommodation needed prior to the date of the interview.

EEO Statement:

The University of Mississippi provides equal opportunity in anyemployment practice, education program, or education activity toall qualified persons. The University complies with all applicablelaws regarding equal opportunity and does not unlawfullydiscriminate against any employee or applicant for employment basedupon race, color, gender, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation,gender identity or expression, religion, national origin,ethnicity, citizenship, age, disability, military status, protectedveteran status, genetic information, or any other legally protectedstatus.

Background Check Statement:

The University of Mississippi is committed to providing a safecampus community. UM conducts background investigations forapplicants being considered for employment. Backgroundinvestigations include a criminal history record check, and whenappropriate, a financial (credit) report or driving historycheck.