Part-time Counseling Services Training Therapist

Counseling Services at Viterbo University invites applications for a permanent part-time, 12-month Counseling Services Training Therapist position.

The primary responsibilities of this position are to:

Direct counseling and case management

• Provide short-term and ongoing counseling to enrolled students.
• Provides counseling for enrolled students who present with emotional, personal, or psychological concerns. 
• Provides counseling for enrolled students with focus on bereavement, depression, anxiety, eating disorders, family relations, interpersonal relationships, reconciliation, relationship violence, sexual assault, stress management, substance abuse, suicide prevention, and addictions under the supervision of the Director of Counseling Services or designee.
• Provides individual, group, couples, and family counseling for enrolled students.
• Conducts intake interviews, develops treatment goals, and evaluates client progress under the supervision of the Director of Counseling Services or designee.
• Prepare clients for transition out of counseling through discharge planning.
• Maintains confidentiality of records relating to client treatment in accordance with FERPA requirements & legal, ethical, professional standards.
• Administer, interpret, and provide feedback results of psychological screening tools and assessments under the supervision of the Director of Counseling Services or designee.
• Consult and collaborate with university personnel and off-campus mental health and psychiatric services.
• Offer consultation to faculty, administrators, and other university employees related to student concerns.
• Refer to appropriate professionals for assessment, treatment and follow-up as needed.
• Maintain complete, organized, and timely electronic health record in accordance with legal, ethical, professional standards, and prudent professional practice. 
• Manage caseload through the use of scheduling software.

Crisis and emergency intervention

• Assist with emergency interventions and coordination of treatment plans with necessary campus and community resources under the supervision of the Director of Counseling Services or designee. 
• Assist and/or manage crisis intervention according to procedures, with referral to campus and community resources as needed. Provides follow-up support for the campus community, providing services as needed.
• May be asked to assist with emergency duties during and after the regular office hours.
• Conduct email or phone outreach to students as designated by Director of Counseling Services.
• Remain informed of emergency policy and procedures for the unit as well as the University. 

Psycho-educational programming

• Assist in maintaining the Counseling Services web site to keep students up to date on resources and programs available for support.
• Provide psycho-educational programming for students, employees, faculty, and the campus community.
• Plans and implements campus-wide promotional print and education materials for mental health maintenance and promotion.
• Provides consultation and training to student development staff, student services staff, faculty and other Viterbo employees regarding psychological development and behavioral health matters.
• Provide and displays information to students and/or families at events such as STAR registrations, new student orientation programs, Athletic team training, RA and OA trainings and the Welcome Back Bash.

Other

• May be asked to serve on the PROMISE Committee along with Director of Counseling Services; assists in implementation of initiatives.
• May be asked to serve on CARE Committee along with Director of Counseling Services.
• Ensure compliance with university, local, state and federal regulations and guidelines.
• Maintain complete, accurate and updated records.
• Keep abreast of current developments in college and university counseling services including regulations and guidelines.
• Uphold professional license in good standing, remain in compliance with requirements for continuing education based on state and ethical guidelines. Participate in ongoing professional development opportunities to maintain understanding of evidence-based practices.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• Master's Degree in a Counseling or like program
• LPC, LPC-IT preferred
• Must be licensable in the state of Wisconsin.
• Consideration of applications will be given to those completing supervised hours during Counseling Internship
• Experience or interest in working with individuals struggling with substance use and other addictive types of behavior are preferred. Individuals who are self-motivated, work well independently, and detail orientated are also preferred. The ability to comfortably speak in public is also a necessity in this position.

Supervision: At least one hour weekly with the Director of Counseling Services or designee. Attend weekly group supervision meetings, at least one hour weekly.

Physical Demands: Extended periods of sitting, listening, and working at a computer. Work in multiple locations and move from building to building.

Work Environment:

• This position is a critical position and subject to a background check.
• The workday includes early evenings and occasional weekend work.
• Schedule will be determined to reflect the needs of Counseling Services.

Reports to: Director of Counseling and Student Health Services

To apply: Please complete the online employment application form and upload a letter of interest, resume, and three professional references to be considered. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis.

Contact Information: Justin McKnight, Director of Counseling and Student Health Services, jsmcknight@viterbo.edu Viterbo University, 900 Viterbo Drive, La Crosse, WI 54601

Position Benefits:

• Retirement plan - with 5% match after 1 year and 1,000 hours worked,
• Earned sick days
• Earned vacation days
• Employee Assistance Program
• Tuition remission/exchange - Spouse, and dependent children seeking their undergraduate degree. Employee seeking undergraduate courses and/or Master's degree.
• Employee wellness - Free onsite gym membership, discounted rates for family members.
• 10% off discount at Viterbo Bookstore
• Employee discount tickets (and guest) for the Fine Arts Center

About the University: Viterbo University is a Catholic, Franciscan, liberal arts institution with an enrollment of nearly 3,000 students. Viterbo is located in scenic La Crosse, Wisconsin, which has been rated as one of the top places to live in the US. The region features an attractive cost of living, beautiful bluffs and coulees, three major rivers including the Mississippi River, world-class health care and education systems, and easy access to major cities in Wisconsin, Minnesota, and Illinois.

Diversity and Inclusion Statement: At Viterbo University, we value our inclusive climate and understand that diversity in experiences and perspectives is vital to advancing innovation, critical thinking, solving complex problems, and creating an inclusive academic community. We translate these values into action by seeking individuals who have experience and expertise working with diverse students, colleagues, constituencies, and those who will help us advance our diversity and inclusion initiatives aimed at creating a university that values student, staff, and faculty engagement in addressing issues of diversity and inclusiveness.

Viterbo University provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment, encourages nominations and candidacy of historically underrepresented groups, and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

Viterbo University is an equal opportunity employer and encourages nominations and candidacy of historically underrepresented groups.