Counselor Below you will find the details for the position including any supplementary documentation and questions you should review before applying for the opening. To apply for the position, please click the Apply for this Job link/button. If you would like to bookmark this position for later review, click on the Bookmark link. If you would like to print a copy of this position for your records, click on the Print Preview link. Bookmark this Posting Print Preview | Apply for this Job Please see Special Instructions for more details. Applicants are required to apply online. UWRF will not consider paper, emailed or faxed applications. Applicants are required to provide: + Resume + Letter of interest specifying qualifications and experience (cover letter) + Names, addresses, telephone numbers and email addresses of at least three references who can specifically comment upon experience and professional preparation (references) Inquiries should be addressed to: Mark Huttemier Associate Director of Counseling & Search Chair mark.huttemier@uwrf.edu Deadline to Apply: Initial review of applications will begin upon receipt. For full consideration, applicants should submit all required materials on or before October 15, 2024. Employees receive excellent benefits including exceptionally low-cost comprehensive health, dental and vision benefits; employer match of Wisconsin Retirement System contributions of 6.90%; an attractive amount of paid leave per year in addition to paid sick leave. To learn more about our benefits, go to https://www.wisconsin.edu/ohrwd/benefits/download/quickguidefasl.pdf UW-River Falls does not offer H-1B or other work authorization visa sponsorship for this position. Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of hire and maintain work authorization throughout the employment term. If you have questions regarding this, please contact Human Resources at 715-425-4941. Posting Details Position Information UW - System Position Title Counselor Business Title Crisis Counselor Major Department Code Counseling/Health Services (J037660) Appointment Type Academic Staff-Fixed Term Renewable FLSA Status Exempt FTE (Percentage of Appointment) 100 Typical Working Schedule This is a full-time, 10-month position, with a scheduled two-month break from Mid June to Mid August. The expected hours are 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM, Monday through Friday. Some after hour responsibilities may be needed occasionally. Hybrid or On Campus Hybrid Position Summary This is a full-time, fixed term renewable position. The expected hours are 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM, Monday – Friday, with some occasional after hour responsibilities. This position provides professional crisis counseling services, mental health counseling, and consultation services for the campus community, incorporates a brief therapeutic model to address the emotional and behavioral needs of students, creates developmental programming and outreach to increase healthy lifestyle and coping behaviors across campus, provides leadership and advocacy for University mental health policy and initiatives. The Counselor will provide individual and group counseling to students struggling with developmental and/or personal mental health issues. When needed, refer students to appropriate community resources. Facilitates psycho-educational and process oriented groups. Provide consultation to faculty and staff regarding mental health issues that impact our students and campus. Serve on multi-disciplinary campus committees and regular staff meetings. Provide presentations and outreach activities. Work in a collaborative team-oriented environment with colleagues in and out of the office on efforts aimed toward facilitating student adjustment and success and promoting a healthy campus. Participate in other duties or assignments as needed. Responsibilities Clinical – 75% + Provides crisis counseling services that include crisis management, intervention, assessment, and response. + Provide individual and group counseling utilizing developmental, preventative, and consultative methods to students, utilizing a brief therapeutic model of service provision; when needed refer students to appropriate community resources. + Facilitate psycho-educational and process-oriented groups. + Provide consultation to faculty and staff regarding mental health issues that impact our students and campus. + Serve of multi-disciplinary campus committees and attend regular staff meetings. + Work in a collaborative team-oriented environment with colleagues in and out of the office on efforts aimed toward facilitating student adjustment and success. + Perform other duties as assigned. Outreach – 25% + Work collaboratively with faculty, staff, university personnel, and community members to promote a healthy campus. + Provide presentations, programming, outreach, and marketing related to services and mental health issues. + Provide advocacy for mental health policy and initiatives to support the academic mission of the university. Knowledge Skills and Abilities Required Qualifications: + Minimum of a Master’s degree in Counseling, Social Work, Marriage and Family Therapy, or related field from an accredited institution + Current Wisconsin Licensure ( LCSW , LPC , LMFT , or Licensed Psychologist) or if not yet licensed in WI, will investigate, and pursue appropriate licensure in WI. + Minimum of 2 years counseling experience required. + Comprehensive knowledge and experience with crisis counseling, crisis intervention, assessment, and response. + Experience with grief counseling + Experience collaborating with multiple partners, agencies, and or services. + Strong interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills, including experience in public speaking. Preferred Qualifications: + Professional counseling experience in a college/university counseling center or with young adults + Experience with electronic mental health record keeping systems. + Experience working with high risk and high acuity populations. + Experience in critical incident debriefing. + Experience leading discussions around crisis and support. + Ability to be highly flexible and modify work and treatment approaches to meet the changing needs of a student population. Posting Detail Information Posting Number AAF00985 Number of Vacancies 1 Desired Start Date 10/09/2024 Position End Date (if temporary) Open Date 10/02/2024 Closing Date Applicant Review Date 10/16/2024 Open Until Filled Yes Special Instructions to Applicants Applicants are required to apply online. UWRF will not consider paper, emailed or faxed applications. Applicants are required to provide: + Resume + Letter of interest specifying qualifications and experience (cover letter) + Names, addresses, telephone numbers and email addresses of at least three references who can specifically comment upon experience and professional preparation (references) Inquiries should be addressed to: Mark Huttemier Associate Director of Counseling & Search Chair mark.huttemier@uwrf.edu Deadline to Apply: Initial review of applications will begin upon receipt. For full consideration, applicants should submit all required materials on or before October 15, 2024. Employees receive excellent benefits including exceptionally low-cost comprehensive health, dental and vision benefits; employer match of Wisconsin Retirement System contributions of 6.90%; an attractive amount of paid leave per year in addition to paid sick leave. To learn more about our benefits, go to https://www.wisconsin.edu/ohrwd/benefits/download/quickguidefasl.pdf UW-River Falls does not offer H-1B or other work authorization visa sponsorship for this position. Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of hire and maintain work authorization throughout the employment term. If you have questions regarding this, please contact Human Resources at 715-425-4941. Legal Notices EEO/AA Statement UW-River Falls is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer subject to all state and federal regulations pertaining to non-discrimination based upon sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, race, color, national origin, religion, disability, marital status, age, arrest and/or conviction record, veteran or military status. All persons, especially women, minorities, veterans, and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply. Employment is subject to federal laws that require verification of your identity and legal right to work in the United States as required by the Immigration Reform and Control Act. Confidentiality of Applicant Materials The University of Wisconsin System will not reveal the identities of applicants who request confidentiality in writing, except that the identity of the final candidates may be released. See Wis. Stat. sec. 19.36(7). Title IX Notice As required by Title IX and federal regulations, UW-River Falls does not discriminate on the basis of sex in its education programs or activities, including in admission and employment. Questions about the application of Title IX may be referred to UWRF’s Title IX Coordinator at titleix@uwrf.edu; the Department of Education’s Office for Civil Rights; or both. For more information, please see uwrf.edu/titleIX. Annual Security and Fire Safety Report (Clery Act) The Annual Security and Fire Safety Report, which includes statistics about reported crimes and information about campus security policies can be viewed at https://www.uwrf.edu/Police/Annual-Security-Report.cfm or call University Police at 715-425-3133 for a paper copy. Criminal Background Check and Reference Check Policy Employment will require a criminal background check. It will also require you, your most recent employer, and all previous UW System institution and State of Wisconsin agency employers from the past seven (7) years to answer questions regarding sexual violence and sexual harassment per UW System Administrative Policy 1275. Other Notices Supplemental Questions