Staff Counselor, Generalist

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Title: Staff Counselor, Generalist

Division: Student Affairs

Department: Counseling and Psychological Services (CAPS)

FLSA Status: Exempt

Salary Range: $55,000 provisional / $58,000 full license annual salary

EEO Job Group: 2 E2

Under the supervision of the director of Counseling & Psychological Services, provides direct mental health services to our eligible student population. Services include psychoeducation, diagnostic assessments, crisis management, treatment planning, and group and individual evidence-based treatment interventions. Provides outreach services to the USI campus community and the greater Evansville community at‑large. Documents all clinical contacts and services in a thorough and timely manner.

Provides globally competent services consistent with established standards of care and adheres to all legal and ethical guidelines for the profession.

• Assess the mental health needs of students through diagnostic evaluations, clinical observation, psychometric instruments, and other clinically indicated means. Establish mental health diagnoses consistent with the most recent edition of the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders.
• Apply knowledge of mental health theories, global competencies, psychopathology, and clinical research to establish case conceptualizations and develop client‑centered treatment plans for a wide range of presenting concerns within the context of the developmental nature of the student population.
• Determine the clinically indicated level of care required, the need for specialized services and the ability of Counseling and Psychological Services to meet students’ needs in accordance with established policies.
• Provide evidence‑based individual and group intervention designed to assist the entire student population with a wide range of presenting concerns, with the flexibility to offer these services both in‑person and via tele‑behavior health.
• Work from a time‑limited model of psychotherapy and maintain a full caseload (determined in conjunction with the director of Counseling and Psychological Services).
• Develop positive therapeutic relationships, assess progress, and explore alternatives as needed.
• Provide assessment and treatment services in a sensitive and competent manner to all student populations.
• Document all clinical services in a timely manner and in accordance with professional standards.
• Assess level of risk, provide appropriate and timely crisis intervention, and coordinate higher‑level care utilizing community mental health resources when clinically indicated.
• Adhere to a scope of practice consistent with established competencies as determined by education, training, experience, and legal standards.
• Maintain and enhance professional competencies by attending workshops and conferences, obtaining relevant certifications, and participating in professional associations.
• Provide outreach and supportive programming to the university community with an emphasis on mental health awareness.
• Provide regular and emergency consultation to faculty, staff, and other concerned parties.
• Perform duties of specialized focus as assigned based on levels of training and experience.
• Additional duties logically associated with the position may be assigned.

• Master’s or doctoral degree in counseling, psychology, social work, or a related human services area. Must be licensed to practice independently as a licensed clinical social worker, mental health counselor, or marriage and family therapist in Indiana.
• Generalist training required.
• Strong knowledge of mental health theory, research, and practice.
• Significant knowledge of psychopathology and developmental issues facing traditional and non‑traditional students.
• Significant knowledge of tele‑behavior health and its challenges, including licensure, ethics, safety, technology, and confidentiality.
• Strong skills in assessment and treatment of multiple presenting concerns, diagnoses, and degrees of pathology.
• Strong knowledge of Indiana mental health law.
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