Counselor Job Opening

A complete UCM application for employment, cover letter outlining interest and how qualifications fit this position, and vitae required. Two reference letters which must be emailed to [email protected]. Incomplete applications will NOT be considered.

If selected for an interview, you will need to provide a copy of your transcripts and professional license(s) during the interview.

Initial review of applications will begin on
05/10/2019 and continue until the position is filled.

NOTE: A background check is required for the selected candidate of this position and any job offer is contingent on the results of this check.

The University of Central Missouri is an Equal Opportunity Employer and specifically invites applications from women, minorities, veteran status and people with disabilities.

Working hours:

Monday – Friday; 8 am to 5 pm

This is a full-time, benefits eligible, 9 month position working during the academic year. It does not work fall, winter or spring breaks.

Bargaining Unit No Work Location Warrensburg Campus Posting Date 04/06/2019 Closing Date Open Until Filled Yes Position Purpose

The University of Central Missouri Counseling Center requires a clinician who enjoys clinical work in a center that provides brief services to college students. This clinician will be capable of providing initial consultation, diagnostic interviewing, brief counseling or psychotherapy, crisis intervention, and management of psychiatric emergencies. They will like the challenge of assessing clinical presentations with an eye toward discrete target areas in which they can intervene in a short period of time. There is opportunity to provide group therapy and couples therapy. This professional must thrive in a team environment in which they will engage in the role of a team member, provide and receive consultation with their peers, and take pleasure in functioning as part of a coordinated unit. To succeed in this role, the clinician will be a strong generalist and may have an area of further interest or specialization.

Education & Formal Training Other Education & Formal Training

Master’s degree in counseling, social work or related field required.

Computer Skills Word-Processing, Spreadsheet, Presentation, Other - Titanium, Google docs Experience

Four (4) years experience providing clinical services; at least two (2) post-licensure experience required.

Experience working in a college or university counseling center strongly preferred.

Other Experience Licenses, Certificates, Registrations, & State/Federal Requirements of Position: Criminal History check Other Licenses, Certificates, Registrations, & State/Federal Requirements

Licensed to practice independently in the State of Missouri.

Licensed clinical social worker or licensed professional counselor in the State of Missouri.

Special Skills, Abilities, and Knowledge: Attention to detail, Communication skills, including oral, written, and/or nonverbal, Knowledge of a University environment preferred, Human Relations/Interpersonal skills, Leadership skills: organization/meeting facilitation/project leadership, Physical abilities: mobility/strength/dexterity/balance/coordination/endurance, Supervisory skills, including motivation, delegation of duties, evaluation, etc, Ability to manage multiple concurrent projects and meet deadlines, Maintain confidentiality Other Special Skills, Abilities, and Knowledge

Adherence to professional and ethical codes and legal requirements.

Specify sensory abilities: Physical & Environmental Factors: Other Physical & Environmental Factors

Excessive sitting.

Lifting weight Special Working Conditions: On call/standby work required, Irregular work hours, Professional appearance, Work in stressful conditions Other Special Working Conditions Ability to Keyboard Keyboarding test required. Speed is intentionally not specified. Special Qualifications: Other Special Qualifications