Counselor Therapist, Faculty and Staff Assistance Program

Details

Posted: 24-Mar-24

Location: Ithaca, New York

Type: Full-time

Salary: Open

Categories:

Staff/Administrative

Internal Number: 3-80139

Counselor Therapist, Faculty and Staff Assistance Program

About the Cornell's Faculty & Staff Assistance Program

Our services are designed to help individuals manage the struggles that come with life and work. Whether they need help navigating a personal or professional situation or relationship or are dealing with a more acute mental health concern, the team can provide support and insight and help them access the care they need.

Focused on holistic health of the larger campus community, the department supports work and life success. FSAP has been recognized for innovation and leadership, and is committed to an ongoing journey toward integrated, inclusive, accessible, and community-based services and initiatives.

FSAP providers value clients in all their individuality and are committed to welcoming all people with respect and sensitivity.

The Opportunity

The Counselor Therapists of the Faculty and Staff Assistance Program are members of a multidisciplinary service team with primary responsibility for supporting the mental health and wellbeing of eligible populations. Responsibilities include but are not limited to short-term individual counseling, crisis intervention, group work, referral, and outreach services. Counselor Therapists serve as a resource for mental health education and prevention strategies across campus.

Success Factors

You are considered a competitive candidate for this position if you:

• Share Cornell's commitment to providing timely mental health access to faculty and staff.
• Are a flexible team player who enjoys working collaboratively with professionals from different disciplines.
• Are committed to being part of a team known for its professionalism and positive working environment.
• Keep current on best practices for providing mental health care in a campus community.
• Integrate values of diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging throughout your work with clients and colleagues.

While position responsibilities vary, every member of our community is expected to foster a culture of belonging and a psychologically healthy work environment by communicating across differences; being cooperative, collaborative, open, and welcoming; showing respect, compassion, and empathy; engaging and supporting others regardless of background or perspective; speaking up when others are being excluded or treated inappropriately; and supporting work/life integration of oneself and others.

Core hours this position are Monday through Friday, 8:30AM-5:00PM, in a hybrid arrangement of 2-3 days on campus, 2-3 days remote. The number and selection of which days will be worked on campus and remotely is determined in open dialogue with the FSAP Director (your supervisor) and informed by client demand for services and other factors. Currently, this position does not required to be on-call. The university reserves the right to modify this arrangement based on future needs.

This is full-time, regular, benefits eligible 11.5-month position. You and your supervisor will mutually determine the specifics of the 11.5 months worked.

FSAP's Main Office is located at 312 College Avenue, Suite A, Ithaca, NY 14850.

What We Need

• A cover letter and resume outlining your interest and how your experience and goals align with the potential for mutual success in the role are required for consideration.
• Master's in social work (LMSW), Mental Health Counseling (LMHC) or Marriage and Family Therapy (LMFT) with 3 or more years of experience.
• CPR-BLS level certification required within one year of employment and maintained biannually.
• Licensed or licensed eligible in New York State or other state or jurisdiction. If applicable, license required in New York State within two years of the initial hire date.
• Experience working directly with people from diverse racial, ethnic, and socioeconomic backgrounds.
• Competency in one or more of the following areas: short-term counseling, bereavement and grief, couples' counseling, diversity, and multicultural issues, eating disorders, substance abuse, and trauma.

If you have all those things, great! We have a few more things that we would prefer you to have, but it's ok if you don't.

• LCSW or LCSW-R; psychology licensure in New York State
• Experience with electronic health record management systems
• Proficiency in a language in addition to English desirable

Rewards and Benefits

Please note: the university reserves the right to modify, suspend, revoke, or terminate hybrid work arrangement at any time.

No Visa Sponsorship is available for this position.

Diversity and Inclusion are a part of Cornell University's heritage. We are a recognized employer and educator valuing AA/EEO, and we do not tolerate discrimination based on any protected characteristic, including race, ethnic or national origin, citizenship and immigration status, color, sex/gender, pregnancy or pregnancy-related conditions, age, creed, religion, actual or perceived disability (including persons associated with such a person), arrest and/or conviction record, military or veteran status, sexual orientation, gender expression and/or identity, an individual's genetic information, domestic violence victim status, familial status, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. We also recognize a lawful preference in employment practices for Native Americans living on or near Indian reservations in accordance with applicable law.

Cornell University embraces diversity and seeks candidates who will contribute to a climate that supports students, faculty, and staff to all identities and backgrounds. We strongly encourage individuals from underrepresented and/or marginalized identities to apply.

University Job Title:

Counselor Therapist II

Job Family:

Health

Level:

G

Pay Rate Type:

Salary

Pay Range:

$74,330.00 - $90,524.00

Remote Option Availability:

Hybrid Remote

Company:

Endowed

Contact Name:

Carolyn Chow

Job Titles and Pay Ranges:

Non-Union Positions

Noted pay ranges reflect the potential pay opportunity for each job profile. The hiring rate of pay for the successful candidate will be determined considering the following criteria:

• Prior relevant work or industry experience

• Education level to the extent education is relevant to the position

• Unique applicable skills

• Academic Discipline (faculty pay ranges reflects 9-month annual salary)

Union Positions

Current Employees:

Online Submission Guidelines:

Employment Assistance:

Notice to Applicants:

EEO Statement:

Diversity and Inclusion are a part of Cornell University's heritage. We are a recognized employer and educator valuing AA/EEO, and we do not tolerate discrimination based on any protected characteristic, including race, ethnic or national origin, citizenship and immigration status, color, sex/gender, pregnancy or pregnancy-related conditions, age, creed, religion, actual or perceived disability (including persons associated with such a person), arrest and/or conviction record, military or veteran status, sexual orientation, gender expression and/or identity, an individual's genetic information, domestic violence victim status, familial status, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. We also recognize a lawful preference in employment practices for Native Americans living on or near Indian reservations in accordance with applicable law.

Cornell University embraces diversity and seeks candidates who will contribute to a climate that supports students, faculty, and staff to all identities and backgrounds. We encourage individuals from underrepresented and/or marginalized identities to apply.

2024-03-13