Job Overview
Rockford University invites applicants for a part-time Personal Counselor working 12 to 15 hours per week. The selected candidate will provids personal counseling and wellness education information to Rockford University students, faculty, and staff. The counselor will be able to interpret policy, procedures and regulations with regard to personal counseling. The position is housed under the banner of Student Life – Lang Wellness Center and is supervised by the Director of Lang Wellness Center. Clinical supervision is provided for staff working towards their LCSW or LCPC.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following:
- Provide one-on-one counseling to students with case notation and appropriate documentation of visits
- Referral and advocacy on behalf of clients
- Provide wellness information and prevention/intervention strategies to campus community
- Demonstrate knowledge, skills and abilities in working with faculty, staff and students with diverse backgrounds including academic, socioeconomic, cultural, sexual orientation, and disabilities
- Consult and utilize industry resources and attend conferences from professional organizations such as NASW
- Work as part of the Lang Wellness Center multidisciplinary team to provide services and education to students
- Participation and support of Lang Wellness Center events such as groups, health education, presentations
- Create semi-annual reports
- Other duties as assigned
QUALIFICATIONS:
- Understands, accepts, and agrees to practice the Ethical Principles and Standards set forth by the American Counseling Association and NASW.
- Knowledge of principles and practices of personal, emotional, and academic counseling.
- Knowledge of methods and techniques of program development.
- Ability to interpret University policy, procedures, and regulations.
- High-energy self-starter; must be able to take initiative with minimal guidance and be comfortable working both as an individual and as part of a team.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills.
- Excellent interpersonal skills with various stakeholders.
- Effective time management skills.
EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE:
- Master’s degree required in social work or related counseling field.
- Minimum of three years professional experience in a social service setting is highly preferred.
TO APPLY: Review of resumes will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. Please submit cover letter indicating hourly wage requirement, resume and list of three professional references to HumanResources@rockford.edu.
EOE
Location: 5050 East State Street, Rockford, IL 61108
Job Type: Part-time
