Mental Health Counselor - Embedded Position in Athletics

University of Idaho, United States

Updated: 1 day ago
Location: Moscow, IDAHO
Job Type: PartTime
Deadline: ;

Posting Details
Classification Information


Posting Number STH002053P
Employee Category Student/Temporary

Position Information


Position Title Mental Health Counselor - Embedded Position in Athletics
Location Moscow
Division/College Student Affairs
Department Counseling and Mental Health Center
FLSA Status Overtime Eligible
Pay Range Commensurate with experience
Full Time/Part Time Part Time
Work Schedule Summary
32 hours per week, Monday thru Friday between the hours of 8:00am to 5:00pm.

Position Responsibilities


Position Summary
The University of Idaho Counseling and Mental Health Center (CMHC) is searching for a mental health practitioner who will provide clinical services to student athletes and coordinate outreach and consultative services informed by evidence-based practices and guidelines outlined by the NCAA. This position will be largely embedded within the athletics department in order to provide accessible mental health services to student athletes. In addition, the practitioner will provide consultation to coaches, administrators, athletic trainers and sports medicine professionals on mental health topics with an emphasis on sport psychology. The practitioner will also coordinate the development and delivery of psycho-educational programming on a broad range of mental health topics relevant to student athletes.
The successful candidate will join the CMHC’s multidisciplinary team, report to the Executive Director of the CMHC and contribute in substantive ways to our center’s mission and values. We are searching for well-qualified candidates who show support and commitment to our institutional and departmental mission, values, and goals. The mental health practitioner will spend the majority of their time providing direct service activities, including initial appointments, crisis intervention, individual counseling and case management activities related to their caseload with student athletes. In addition, the clinician will work on-site at the CMHC on some days and actively participate in the center’s clinical, consultative, programmatic and administrative work. This is an hourly position with a contracted time that would range from 20 hours per week to 32 hours per week. The position may include some benefits, including vacation, sick leave and/or contributions to a retirement plan.
The CMHC is the primary provider of mental health services for the University of Idaho student population. The CMHC offers individual and group counseling, crisis intervention, psychiatric services, psychological assessment, alcohol and other drug programming, biofeedback as well as outreach and consultative services. The CMHC utilizes a developmental model which focuses on personal development, treatment, and wellness within a brief therapy framework. The CMHC also has an APA-accredited doctoral internship in professional psychology, a doctoral practicum training program and collaborates with the Center for Disability Access and Resources on social work field placements. The CMHC is deeply committed to building a welcoming, affirming, and supportive environment for all students that reduces stigma and increases access to mental health services.

Responsibilities


Job Duty Function Provides counseling services to University of Idaho student athletes by:
Job Duties/Responsibilities
  • Initial appointments
  • Individual counseling
  • Group counseling
  • Crisis intervention
Percentage Of Time 65%
Essential/Marginal Essential
Job Duty Function Engage in outreach and consultative activities by:
Job Duties/Responsibilities
  • Serve as liaison to the athletic department
Percentage Of Time 25%
Essential/Marginal Essential
Job Duty Function Engage in case management activities by:
Job Duties/Responsibilities
  • Clinical record keeping
  • Consultation with colleagues
  • Attend staff Case Conference
Percentage Of Time 10%
Essential/Marginal Essential

Position Qualifications


Required Qualifications
  • Completed master’s degree in social work or psychology from an accredited university or a documented plan for completion by start date
  • Eligibility for licensure or current licensure as an LCSW or LPC in the State of Idaho
  • Experience and/or professional interest in providing mental health services to student athletes
  • Experience in providing clinical services to an adult population
  • Experience in providing culturally competent services to a diverse client population
  • Experience consistently meeting workplace expectations
  • Experience providing risk assessment, crisis interventions and brief counseling
Preferred Qualifications
  • Certification through the Association for Applied Sports Psychology
  • Experience with the assessment and treatment of substance use disorders
  • Experience working in a college or university counseling center
  • Experience in working with a multidisciplinary team in a fast-paced and dynamic work environment
  • Experience with inter-collegiate athletics as either a student athlete or through a non-clinical professional role
Physical Requirements & Working Conditions

Posting Information


Posting Date 10/03/2023
Closing Date
Open Until Filled Yes
Special Instructions to Applicants
Position will remain open until filled for first consideration please submit all application material by October 30, 2023. Unofficial transcripts will be accepted.
Background Check Statement
Applicants who are selected as final possible candidates must be able to pass a criminal background check.
EEO Statement

The University of Idaho (U of I) is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer committed to assembling a diverse, broadly trained faculty and staff. Women, minorities, people with disabilities and veterans are strongly encouraged to apply. In compliance with applicable laws and in furtherance of its commitment to fostering an environment that welcomes and embraces diversity, U of I does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, disability, genetic information or status as any protected veteran or military status in its programs or activities, including employment, admissions and educational programs.
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