Mental Health Counselor

About Us Join our Team at South Georgia State College! South Georgia State College is a residential state college of the University System of Georgia (USG). SGSC focuses on a core of strong teaching and personalized academic advising. It has a long and distinguished tradition of serving the people of Georgia. Students pursue associate degrees in 20 programs of study, eight (5) bachelor¿s degrees programs which are transferrable to other institutions or prepare them for careers in a variety of fields and South Georgia State College institution has given residents in South Georgia a chance to further their education since the early 1900s. Location Douglas Campus is located at 100 West College Park Drive| Douglas| GA | 31533 Waycross Campus is located at 2001 S. Georgia Pkwy| Waycross| GA |31503 Valdosta Entry Program is located at 1500 N. Patterson Street| Valdosta| GA |31698 Department Information This position reports to the Associate Vice President for Student Success. Job Summary Performs individual, group, and crisis intervention counseling to students experiencing social, emotional, and academic difficulties. Makes appropriate referrals for services by consulting faculty, staff, and students. This position also includes responsibilities for coordinating college policies and procedures relating to counseling services, tracking college progress relating to its policies and procedures as well as state and federal laws relating to counseling services. This is a Grant Funded/Limited Term position Responsibilities Counselling Services - Provides individual and group counseling services to students. Perform Other Duties as Assigned - Perform all other duties as assigned. Programming - Develops and plans programming that strengthens students¿ holistic well-being. Campus Training - Assists in the planning and implementation of needed campus training on mental health topics. Assists Students - Assists students struggling with academic uncertainty and lack of resilience. Documentation - Completes accurate documentation and maintains case files. Crisis Intervention Services - Provides crisis intervention services as needed both during and after hours. Outreach Services - Provides outreach to various campus communities. Acts as a resource for the campus community. Consultation & Referral - Provides consultation and referral services. Retention & Engagement Activities - Works closely with the members of the Student Success team to help increase retention efforts and engagement activities. Participates in a variety of initiatives to support student success and retention. Required Qualifications Educational Requirements Master's degree in Counseling or Clinical Psychology or related field of study. Other Required Qualifications Licensed in the State of Georgia as Professional Counselor, Marriage and Family Therapist, Social Worker or Psychologist required. Required Experience One (1) year of related work experience. Preferred Qualifications Preferred Experience Previous experience working with students or college aged adults. Proposed Salary Commensurate with Experience. Required Documents to Attach * Transcripts * List of References (3) * License Details Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities ABILITIES Ability to maintain and keep records and to organize data in preparation of records and reports. Ability to successfully plan, market, implement, and evaluate relevant programming for students at the various campus locations and instructional site. Ability to form and maintain effective counseling relationships with clients, to monitor clement movement in therapy process, and terminate the relationship in appropriate ways. Ability to effectively communicate orally, both in person and by telephone. Ability to effectively communicate in writing and to prepare written documents. Ability to travel to provide counseling services to other campuses and attend meetings. Ability to respond to emergency situations in a timely manner. Ability to make and apply decisions in accordance with departmental and Institutional policies. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with students, staff, faculty, and the public. KNOWLEDGE Knowledge of current counseling practices and methods. Knowledge of and adherence to existing professional ethical standards. Contact Information For more information or questions about the job posting and technical support, please contact OneUSG Connect Support at (877) 251-2644, or by email at . USG Core Values The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 26 institutions of higher education and learning, as well the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found on-line at Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found on-line at Conditions of Employment Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a background check and demonstrating your eligibility for employment with South Georgia State College. Position may require credit check (if using PCard, working with cash, etc.). Offers made are expressly subject to the applicable federal and state laws, to the statutes, rules, and regulations of this institution and to the Bylaws and Policies of the Board of Regents (BOR) of the University System of Georgia (USG). The position requires completion of SGSC annual compliance training course such as State Business Transactions, Drug free Workplace, Anti-Harassment Policy, Introduction to Information Security, Workers Compensation, Motor Vehicle Policy, USG Ethics Policy, Conflict of Interests/Outside Activities Policy, Leave Procedures for Faculty and Staff, Georgia Open Records Act, Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA), Contracts 101. Must be able to perform duties and responsibilities with or without reasonable accommodation. South Georgia State College is a Tobacco and Smoke-Free Community. Equal Employment Opportunity South Georgia State College provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, religion, age, veteran status, political affiliation, or disability. Individuals in need of reasonable accommodations under the Americans with Disabilities Act to participate in the search process should notify Human Resources: (912) 260-4376. Other Information This is not a supervisory position. This position does not have any financial responsibilities. This position will not be required to drive. This role is considered a position of trust. This position does not require a purchasing card (P-Card). This position may travel 25% - 49% of the time Other Information Mission Statement South Georgia State College supports students in achieving their academic and professional goals by providing high-quality associate and baccalaureate degree programs in an affordable, accessible, and supportive learning environment. Vison Statement South Georgia State College will be the best choice for higher education in southeast Georgia, dedicated to affordability, student success, and innovative programs that prepare graduates for advanced studies and professional careers while driving regional economic growth. Background Check * Position of Trust + Education & Credit

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