Masters In Clinical Counseling Jobs in Georgia (NOW HIRING)

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About MSM
Morehouse School of Medicine (MSM) is a place of distinction, serving as the nation's leading academic medical center for vulnerable populations. It's also a place for passionate individuals looking to join a dedicated community working today to help prepare tomorrow's leaders.
We exist to:
• Improve the health and well-being of individuals and communities;
• Increase the diversity of the health professional and scientific workforce;
• Address primary health care through programs in education, research and service;
With emphasis on people of color and the under-served urban and rural populations in Georgia, the nation and the world.
At Morehouse School of Medicine, we're leading the creation and advancement of health equity. You will find a fulfilling career at MSM!
Posting Number
NONAC3734
Job Title
Counselor
Position Title
Counselor
Position Type
Non-Faculty
Number of vacancies
1
Salary
Commensurate with experience
Department
Counseling Services
Position Summary
The Counselor will provide a full range of counseling, consultation, and outreach services under the general direction of the Counseling Services (CS.) Director at Morehouse School of Medicine (MSM.) The Counselor position is responsible for, but not limited to, provision of the following: individual and group mental health assessment; counseling, teletherapy; prevention education; classroom, group, organization, and department presentations, and workshops; referrals; individual, organizational, and group consultation; treatment/intervention planning and follow-through; timely documentation of progress notes; referrals to and consulting with other professionals on-and off-campus; participation in other activities of the CS Continuous Quality Improvement program; attending CS and other departmental meetings as assigned; participation at professional trainings, workshops and/or conferences as assigned; participation in other assigned CS and campus committees and activities. Other duties as assigned.
PRINCIPAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:
Essential Functions: The successful candidate will be committed to the academic success of all of our learners and to an environment that acknowledges, encourages, and celebrates the rich cultural, ethnic, and racial fabric of the communities served by the Institution. To this end, the successful candidate will work effectively, respectfully, and collaboratively in diverse, multicultural, and inclusive settings. In addition, the successful candidate will be ready to join faculty, staff, students, and administrators in our Institution's shared commitment to the principles of engagement, service, and the public good.
Is present at work every day and arrives at the assigned time.
Demonstrates an attitude and demeanor that contributes to an atmosphere of harmony and goodwill in the workplace.
Maintains confidentiality and adhere to the respective ethical code.
Provide comprehensive counseling services to students and residents as required to provide preventative or remedial assessment.
Provide training in study skills improvement, time management skills, and anxiety reduction counseling to medical, Ph.D., PA, and public health students in an individual and/or group setting.
Create survey and evaluation tools, manage collection, storage, and manipulation of data; create reports
Perform wellness feedback sessions in relation to electronically administered screening assessments for each academic class. Conduct follow-up wellness sessions with assigned students.
Engage in wellness education and mindfulness exercises as assigned.
Engage weekly in support groups, outreach, and/or personalized wellness interventions for assigned academic programs.
Attends approved training sessions, staff development activities, and required meetings.
Coverage for crisis response, including after-hours on-call coverage.
Prepare student wellness plans, monthly reports, discharge plans, etc.; analyze results of treatment efforts through the use of functional assessment tools for indications of therapeutic progress; alter therapeutic approaches, as necessary.
Minimum Qualifications
Education: Master's Degree from an accredited institution in social work, guidance/counseling, psychology or related field is required. Eligibility for related license required.
Experience: Minimum of 2-3 years counseling experience in clinical or educational setting, emphasis in clinical counseling preferred.
Essential Competencies/Performance Expectations:
High Level of Integrity, Empathy, Networks, Plans, Organizes/Integrates, Supports Staff, Manages Conflict, Motivates, Values around Social Justice, Solves Problems, Practices Professionalism
Excellent oral and written communication skills.
Experience in higher education, undergraduate medical education or graduate medical education, or hospital administration.
Ability to collaborate with others across multiple levels of an organization to achieve results and build relationships of trust among various college departments and divisions.
Demonstrated ability to maintain harmonious working relationships and effectively address complex and sensitive administrative issues.
Experience presenting effectively to large audiences.
Proven track record in exercising discretion and independent judgment effectively in decision-making processes.
Experience adapting to changing environments and navigating organizational dynamics.
Ability to effectively and efficiently develop and execute several key projects while simultaneously and continually setting priorities on emerging requirements and changing timelines.
Preferred Qualifications
Licensed or licensed eligible in state of Georgia preferred.
Closing Date
Open Until Filled
No
Special Instructions to Applicants
Employment in this role may be contingent upon extramural funding and successful performance and may be terminated or reduced in percentage of appointment if such funding is not secured or ceases to be available.
Quick Link
https://careers.msm.edu/postings/24174
EEO Statement Summary
Morehouse School of Medicine is an equal opportunity/equal access/affirmative action employer fully committed to achieving a diverse workforce and complies with all Federal and Georgia State laws, regulations, and executive orders regarding non-discrimination and affirmative action. Morehouse School of Medicine does not discriminate on the basis of race, age, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, sex, gender, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, or gender identity or expression.
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