Job Overview
Position Information
Position Type
Civil Service
Classification Title
Medical Social Consultant
Position’s Functional Title
Clinical Mental Health Counselor
Position Start Date
Position End Date (if temporary)
Position Summary
Governors State University is seeking to hire a Clinical Mental Health Counselor who will provide overall clinical and outreach/educational programming services to best meet the needs of the diverse student population. Specific responsibilities include intake, assessment, time-limited individual counseling, outreach, consultation and crisis intervention in the areas of mental health and wellness. The Clinical Mental Health Counselor serves as a member of the Counseling and Wellness Center. The Clinical Mental Health Counselor provides clinical consultation to the university faculty and staff, ensures compliance with accepted clinical standards and regulatory requirements, and serves as a point person for parents of students with mental health questions. This counselor will also supervise the peer mentor group consisting of undergraduate and graduate students to help develop and present outreaches to students.
Salary Range: up to $60,000.00.
(This is a non-unionized position. Salary starts at the base and is determined based on Education and Experience exceeding the minimum qualifications).
This position qualifies for an expansive suite of fringe benefits including, various insurance options, paid time off, retirement and investment options, and tuition waivers.
Visit: https://www.govst.edu/benefits/
Minimum Qualifications
REQUIRED: COLLEGE/UNIVERSITY TRANSCRIPTS, WHICH INCLUDES THE EARNED DEGREE AND CONFERRED DATE MUST BE ATTACHED FOR CONSIDERATION OF THIS POSITION (See “Special instructions to applicants” section below).
1. Master’s degree from an accredited school or university in social or behavioral science or a related health specialty area including counseling and psychology.
2.
A. Current State of IL Licensure as a Licensed Social Worker or a Licensed Clinical Social Worker.
OR
B. Three (3) years (36 months) of progressively more responsible full-time experience in social work in a medical/clinical or social service agency setting.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience in a college or university with a residential and large commuter student population.
Three or more years of clinical and administrative experience in a university and/or college counseling center.
Three or more years of clinical and administrative experience in a university and/or college counseling center.
Posting Date
03/10/2022
Closing Date
03/13/2022
Open Until Filled
No
Posting Number
CS0601P
Type of Search
External
Quicklink for Posting
https://employment.govst.edu/postings/6757
Employee ID
Department
Special Instructions to Applicants
DOCUMENTATION REQUIREMENT:
For consideration, applicants are required to attach the following:
For consideration, applicants are required to attach the following:
1: All College/University Transcripts (use Transcripts).
2: Online Application – Must be fully completed, include all dates of employment, employment status (full-time or if part-time, include percentages), job duties and responsibilities (full details).
3: Cover Letter .
4: Resume.
5: A list of three Professional References.
RESIDENCY REQUIREMENT:
Illinois residency required within 180 days of the hire date.
CREDENTIAL ASSESSMENT EXAM DETAILS:
This vacancy involves a Credential Assessment Examination which consist of a review and rating of the applicants Education, Experience, Licenses, and other qualifications. Applicants are required to provide electronic documentation as listed above to verify that the minimum qualifications for this position has been met.
VETERAN’S PREFERENCE POINTS:
Veterans may be eligible to receive additional points on a passing final examination score. To determine eligibility, submit one of the following documents to the Department of Human Resources:
1: Department of Defense – DD214/DD215
2: National Guard – NGB22 Form
3: Discharge Orders
4: Reserves – DD256 Discharge Certificate
Note: Must be received by the closing date of this posting.
