Wellness Outreach Coordinator/Counselor

Dickinson College; Carlisle (Cumberland County); On-site; USD 55,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Dickinson College in Carlisle seeks an Outreach Coordinator/Counselor to support the Wellness Center's mission by facilitating psychoeducational workshops and campus wellness outreach programs. The role oversees the Peer Educator Program, guides student leaders, and provides clinical counseling including initial consultations, intakes, individual and group therapy.

Candidates will have a Master’s in a mental health field, PA licensure, and 1–3 years of relevant experience; strong collaboration

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Social Work, Counseling, Clinical Psychology or related field.
• Licensed as a mental health professional in Pennsylvania.
• 1–3 years of relevant experience.

Responsibilities

• Oversee Peer Educator Program, design and deliver training; coordinate work schedules and grants-compliant outreach.
• Lead planning, coordination, implementation, and assessment of wellness outreach programs.
• Develop and deliver psychoeducation workshops on wellness; document attendance and feedback.
• Provide clinical counseling including initial consultations, intakes, individual and group therapy.

Skills

Counseling

Program coordination

Psychoeducation

Crisis intervention

Education

Master's degree in Social Work, Counseling, Clinical Psychology or related field

Licensed as a mental health professional in Pennsylvania

Tools

Electronic Medical Records (EMR)

Microsoft Office

Job description

About Dickinson

Dickinson College is a premier four-year residential liberal arts institution chartered in 1783 and widely recognized as a leader in global and sustainability education. Dickinson College is located in Carlisle, named a most livable city by Forbes and is minutes from the state capital of Harrisburg. The campus is connected to a vibrant downtown that offers eclectic dining, shopping and entertainment options. Within a two-hour drive are Philadelphia, Baltimore and Washington, D.C.; New York City is three hours away.

Dickinson College offers full-time employees a broad range of benefits, including a comprehensive medical insurance plan, life insurance, flexible spending accounts, generous time off, parental leave, homebuyer assistance, and tuition benefits for eligible employees and dependent children under the age of 24. Upon eligibility, the College contributes 8% of an employee's base salary to a retirement account with an additional .5% matching contribution; all money paid by the college into the employee's retirement plan is immediately and fully vested in the employee.

Position Department

Wellness Center - CAPS

Position Details

Position Department

Wellness Center

Position Details

Position Summary

The Outreach Coordinator/Counselor supports the Wellness Center's mission by facilitating psychoeducational workshops and campus wellness outreach programs. Oversees the Peer Educator Program, guiding student leaders in promoting health and wellness. Provides mental health services to students, including initial consultations and intakes and individual or group therapy.

Essential Functions

• Oversee peer educator program, design and deliver training programs to ensure peer educators are prepared to effectively support program goals, provide accurate information, and model appropriate professional and ethical standards. Coordinate peer educator work schedules, including timesheet approval, and assignments to ensure effective delivery of grant-compliant outreach activities. Provide ongoing coaching, mentorship, and feedback, fostering a positive experience/environment.
• Lead the planning, coordination, implementation, and assessment of wellness outreach programming. Collaborate with colleagues to develop and deliver departmental programs that support student well-being and institutional priorities.
• Develop and deliver student-focused psychoeducation workshops covering the dimensions of wellness. Maintain accurate documentation of programs, attendance, and participant feedback.
• Provide clinical counseling and psychological services including but not limited to initial consultations, intakes, individual and group therapy, crisis intervention, and ongoing consultations.

Other Duties and Responsibilities

• Other duties may include providing case management services and participating in center outreach or educational activities.
• Other duties as determined or assigned.

Supervisory Responsibilities

• Not responsible for supervising others.

Requirements

• Master's degree in Social Work, Counseling, Clinical Psychology or related field, required.
• Licensed as a mental health professional in Pennsylvania, required.

Minimum Work Experience

• 1 to 3 years of relevant experience.

Independence of Action

• Results are defined and existing practices are used as guidelines to determine specific work methods and carries out work activities independently; supervisor/manager is available to resolve problems.

Equipment Used

• Standard office equipment including desktop computer, phone, copier/printer/fax machine.

Physical/Environmental Demands

• Office environment.
• Specific physical requirements or environmental exposures.
  • Infectious Diseases: Employees are frequently exposed to contagious or infectious diseases.
  • Exposure to Animals: Working in laboratories with animals.

EEO/Diversity Statement

The College is committed to building a representative and diverse faculty, staff, and student body. We encourage applications from all qualified persons.