Resident /Student Mental Health Counselor Position Available In Washington, Tennessee
Tallo's Job Summary: The James H. Quillen College of Medicine at East Tennessee State University is hiring a part-time licensed mental health counselor to assist with student success by promoting behavioral health and personal growth. This temporary position pays $70 an hour, involves in-person or telehealth services, and requires flexibility to accommodate student schedules. No benefits are included, and hours are based on patient needs. ETSU is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Job Description
Posting Details
Position Information Job Title Resident /Student Mental Health Counselor
Department Student Services, College of Medicine – 34720
Pay Grade Job Category Temporary
Job Summary The James H. Quillen College of Medicine at East Tennessee State University seeks a licensed mental health counselor to fill part-time hours on evenings and weekends. Services may be in-person or via telehealth. Assists with student success with the goal of promoting behavioral health and aiding in the personal growth of medical students and residents. Responsible to the Director of Academic Support and Counseling Services, the mental health counselor identifies the needs of students and develops appropriate therapy goals and objectives for the implementation of an individual therapy plan. Provides diverse clinical interventions tailored to the unique needs of the individual student, resident, or family member. This is a temporary position, filled on an annual basis with an opportunity for renewal. There is no guarantee of hours, and all part-time work will be based on patient needs. This position does not include benefits. ETSU is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Disclaimer:
The Job Summary is intended to describe the general nature and level of work individuals perform in this classification. It is not intended to be a complete list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required. Management reserves the right to revise the job or require different tasks to be performed as assigned to reflect changes in the position. Employees must be able to perform the position’s essential functions satisfactorily with or without reasonable accommodations. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Ability to build and maintain a positive rapport with students/clients
Ability to assess, diagnose, and provide a variety of effective therapeutic interventions for common mental health issues
Ability to develop reports as to the number of patients seen and various diagnoses and services required while maintaining confidentiality/ HIPAA guidelines.
Ability to work collaboratively with a diverse student population, with an understanding of the potential needs of minority and/or disadvantaged populations.
Effective written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to function under general supervision, and determine best methods to accomplish assignments.
Ability to utilize electronic medical record systems and maintain confidential records.
Must have flexible hours to accommodate the schedules of medical students and residents. Required Qualifications Licensed by the state to independently practice mental health counseling at the master’s degree level. Preferred Qualifications Knowledge of the medical education structure and unique mental health obstacles faced by students and residents. Salary $70 an hour
Posting Detail Information Posting Number
SS01463P
Is this position subject to a criminal background check? Yes
Is any part of the funding for this posting coming from a grant or outside funding source? No
Open Date 11/14/2023
Close Date Open Until Filled Yes