Counselor
Location: Fairbanks Alaska
Description: University of Alaska is currently interviewing Counselor right now, this vacancy will be placed in Alaska. For detail informations about this vacancy opportunity kindly see the descriptions. Position number (PCN):
208975
Job Open Date
02-14-2013
Review Date To ensure consideration, please apply prior to the review date.
03-01-2013
Job Close Date Jobs ! close at 5:00 PM Alaska time on the date listed.
Open Until Filled
Months per Year
9 months
Job Location
Fairbanks_09
Department Legend
- W = Statewide
- A = UAA
- F = UAF
- G = UAFGI
- S = UAS
Assignment Information
Regular
Major Org Unit
University of Alaska Fairbanks
Region
Fairbanks/Interior Region
Job Type
Healthcare and Nursing Student Services
Internal Applicants Only? Click here for a definition of Internal Applicants
No
Salary Grade Salary Schedule
81
Salary
Grade 81/ DOE
Bookmark to Job Posting
www.uakjobs.com/applicants/Central?quickFind=80167
HR Phone Number
University of Alaska Fairbanks - (907) 474-7700
HR E-mail Address
University of Alaska Fair! banks - uaf-jobs@alaska.edu
Job Posting Information
Job Posting Summary
The University of Alaska Fairbanks is in the heart of the interior of Alaska. UAF attracts exceptional individuals, academic superstars, and adventure-seekers alike. With seven campuses across the state, our campuses house more than 11,000 students from all over the world. The Student Health and Counseling Center is an integral part of the University of Alaska Fairbanks' campus community. The Center provides primary health care, counseling, health education, substance abuse evaluation and student health insurance assistance. The Center seeks an energetic individual to join our professional counseling staff. This individual will participate in outreach events, counsel students, evaluate personal problems presented by students, interact with other campus departments, and provide training to staff and faculty. The Center hosts a practicum training program for 2nd-4th year PhD Psychology trainees. Clinical research is conducted at the Center! .
Knowledge, skills and abilities required for this position.
Mastery of counseling theory and techniques, consultation skills, crisis intervention theory and techniques, and clinical record keeping; training and experience in development and effective presentation of outreach and prevention programs; thorough knowledge of current ethical principles, practices and standards of care for providing psychological services; human relations skills and knowledge of effective consultation methods; working knowledge of State of Alaska mental health and child/elder abuse Statutes.
Typical education or training required for this position (including licenses).
Doctorate in Clinical or Counseling Psychology from an APA approved program or Master's degree in a counseling related graduate program appropriate to work in a university counseling center. This advanced level of education and clinical experience is necessary for the counselor to make clinical! decisions regarding student welfare in an independent manner. State li! cense as a mental health provider is highly desirable.
Length of time and type of experience required for this position.
Typically, new employees in this position have a terminal degree in Clinical or Counseling Psychology with a clinical internship and one or more years of experience at the time of employment. New doctoral degree recipients with a clinical internship and counselors with a Master's degree in a related field with clinical internship and several years of experience are also considered for employment in this position.
Preferred knowledge, skills or abilities for this position.
Experience in some specialized areas of counseling or mental health is helpful, e.g. training in alcohol intervention or experience with eating disorders.
Special Instructions to Applicants
Please attach a - letter of intent - resume - contact information ( phone and email) for three professional references
Special Conditions! of Employment
Any employment offer is contingent on background check results
Describe any other special skills/knowledge required for this position (e.g. additional training, heavy lifting or traveling).
Continuing education in the field of psychology, mental health and college counseling is required for this position to assure a continuing high quality of service.
Information
Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action : The University of Alaska is an equal employment opportunity/affirmative action employer and educational institution. Women and minorities are encouraged to apply. Applicants needing reasonable accommodation to participate in the application and screening process should contact the local Human Resources office. Public Disclosure : Your application for employment with the University of Alaska is subject to public disclosure under the Alaska Public Records Act. Background Investigation : Finalists may be subject t! o a background investigation. Any offer of employment is contingent upo! n a review of the results of the background investigation by the Human Resources office. Immigration Reform and Control Act : Person(s) hired by the University of Alaska must comply with the provisions of the Federal Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986. All employees must provide proof of eligibility to work. For foreign nationals requesting employer sponsored visas, a job must qualify as a "specialty occupation" to be eligible for sponsorship of a U.S. H 1B visa petition. You must present your Social Security Card as verification of your Social Security Number. If you do not have a social security number, you must present a receipt from the Social Security Administrations stating you have applied for a social security number within 10 days of your employment with the University of Alaska. Social Security : On January 1, 1982, the University opted out of the Social Security system; however, participation in Social Security is still required for adjunct faculty hired ! after January 1, 1996, temporary staff, extended temporary staff, and certain student employees. Also, benefit-eligible employees hired after April 1, 1986, are required to pay into Medicare even though they do not participate in Social Security. Benefits : Refer to the Benefits web page at http://www.alaska.edu/benefits for more information on benefits available to University of Alaska employees. E-Verify : The University of Alaska participates in the E-Verify program for federal contracts only. For our FAQ and F1 student information please see the following: E-Verify FAQ: http://www.alaska.edu/hr/procedures/PDF/personnel.reference.everify_faq.pdf E-Verify Participation Poster (English): https://e-verify.uscis.gov/emp/media/resourcesContents/EverifyPosterEnglish.pdf E-Verify Participation Poster (Spanish): https://e-verify.uscis.gov/emp/media/resourcesContents/EverifyPosterSpanish.pdf Right to Work Poster (English): https://e-verify.uscis.gov/emp/media/resourcesContents/We! bBPPOSTERRtoWEnglishversion.pdf Right to Work Poster (Spanish): https:/! /e-verify.uscis.gov/emp/media/resourcesContents/WebBPPOSTERRtoWSpanishversion.pdf
Job Duties
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Records
Duty:
Clinical Services
- Evaluate personal problems presented by students- type of problem, level of seriousness, suicidality, etc.
- Gather information on clinical history
- Perform psychological testing as needed to assist in evaluation and treatment
- Plan and carry out therapeutic counseling interventions on wide range of problems
- Provide individual counseling and group counseling as appropriate
- Create a written record of information gathered and services
- Maintain confidentiality in accord with federal and state law and professional ethical standards
- Write letters to students, parents, other service providers as needed to provide necessary care
- Participate in general staff meeting to remain abreast of program ! plans and participate in future planning
- Participate in counseling staff meeting regularly to develop and review program plans and activities
- Assist student/campus groups when they need mental health consultation and training
- Communicate with staff and faculty on campus regarding student problems; provide guidance when crises occur
- Train staff and faculty in dealing with student problems and student development when needed
- Meet with students, staff and faculty when crises occur on campus
- Talk with students who are in a state of emotional or physical crisis
- Carry out suicide prevention activities including hospitalization when necessary
- Work with other departments (e.g. Residence Life, Police) and community agencies (e.g. Hospital, Women's Shelter)
- Screen students for dep! ression, suicidality, alcohol use, etc. on a periodic basis
- Write articles on mental health and mental illness topics for the student newspaper
- Participate in campus wide and division wide activities related to our department and campus counseling services
- Represent the Center and UAF as needed in community activities
- Co-host weekly college radio show with mental health and outreach theme
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If you were eligible to this vacancy, please email us your resume, with salary requirements and a resume to University of Alaska.
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This vacancy starts available on: Tue, 16 Apr 2013 18:18:04 GMT