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California Institute of Technology

Employee Assistance Counselor/Consultant

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A Mental or Behavioral Health Counselor works with patients to treat mental health problems. Assesses patients and assists with diagnosis, counseling and crisis intervention. Consults with nurses, doctors and psychiatrists. May work with specific populations, such as youth, senior citizens or substance abusers, in group settings, facilities or hospitals.

$44,834 / year median in California

+22% projected growth

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Job Description

Employee Assistance Counselor/Consultant California Institute of Technology - 4.1 Pasadena, CA Job Details Temporary | Part-time $41 - $53 an hour 12 hours ago Qualifications Microsoft Excel Client assessment in therapy Clinical crisis intervention assessment Microsoft Outlook Triage Word embeddings Crisis management (risk management strategy) Cultural competency Substance abuse counseling Clinical training Team training Working with individuals from diverse cultural backgrounds Working with individuals with mental health conditions Community relationship building Experience working with individuals with substance use disorders Professional development training Substance abuse services in social work
Full Job Description Employee Assistance Counselor/Consultant Caltech Job Category:
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Non-Benefit Based Caltech is a world-renowned science and engineering institute that marshals some of the world's brightest minds and most innovative tools to address fundamental scientific questions. We thrive on finding and cultivating talented people who are passionate about what they do. Join us and be a part of the diverse Caltech community. Job Summary The Staff and Faculty Consultation Center (SFCC) seeks a part-time (8 hours per week), temporary Counselor/Consultant to join our highly effective internal team of Employee Assistance professionals. SFCC Consultants provide rapid assessment and brief confidential counseling to Caltech employees, post-docs, and faculty, and their household members. Issues addressed may include personal or relationship concerns, work-related events, difficulty with alcohol and other drugs, health, legal, or other factors that may affect job performance. Team members provide targeted referrals to a range of service providers. The SFCC provides organizational consultation to campus leaders and is engaged in Institute compliance with the Drug-Free Workplace Act. The team offers a variety of groups, workshops, and training related to workplace and life management topics. SFCC Consultants actively respond to campus crises and are involved in disaster planning to support the Institute's response and recovery efforts. Essential Job Duties Apply specialized knowledge and expertise to provide EAP counseling to employees and/or their family members and make timely and appropriate referrals. Consult with managers, faculty members, and Human Resources on cases involving individual employees and/or troubled work groups to enhance workplace functioning and promote conflict resolution. Provide direct services following campus-related or regional crisis. Conduct outreach with special populations on campus and continue to develop appropriate services, such as multi-session group meetings, in order to address identified needs. Develop and maintain effective linkages with appropriate Institute personnel, community agencies, treatment providers, and related resources. Collaborate with other organizations in the planning and assessment of new and ongoing programs. Manage deadlines and work independently. Maintain records in a complete and timely fashion. Adhere to professional ethical standards. Other duties as assigned. Basic Qualifications Master's degree or above in a mental health field such as psychology, social work, or counseling. Current licensure as a Psychologist, MFT, LCSW, or LPCC in the state of California. 5 or more years of related experience, including individual, couple, and family therapy. Strong clinical assessment skills, including the ability to triage. Crisis management expertise and experience relevant to the workplace. Demonstrated programming and outreach abilities. Strong training, development, and presentation skills. Highly effective collaborator, with experience working with managers and supervisors. Ability to provide training in clinical areas, including substance abuse intervention and treatment. Multicultural competence and ability to connect with people on multiple dimensions of identity. Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook, and able to master additional technologies. Ability to manage deadlines and work well independently. Preferred Qualifications Direct experience working in employee assistance in higher education or equivalent position. Bilingual Spanish/English. Outstanding written and verbal communication. Working knowledge of social media tools and web-based applications. Required Documents Resume Proof of valid CA license as Psychologist, MFT, LCSW, or LPCC To be considered for this position please visit our web site and apply on line at the following link: https://hr.caltech.edu/work/job_openings We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. je-b735888189ce44a38a1bc0e0797e5675